Lot #55: Vintage 1950s Advertising Art Lot – Post, Van Heusen, Convair & Kaywoodie Illustrations

Own a curated collection of original 1950s magazine advertisements. These illustrations are not just marketing materials; they are snapshots of mid-century cultural history, featuring the vibrant colors and detailed hand-painted styles of the era. Included in this Lot: Post 40% Bran Flakes (Dick Sargent Illustration): A classic, humorous "singing in the shower" scene painted by renowned illustrator Dick Sargent. Van Heusen Sport Shirts: A lively "Oompah... oompah!" themed ad featuring marching band members in "new deep tones" sport shirts. Convair Engineering: A dramatic Cold War-era industrial ad titled "Engineering to the Nth power," showcasing the tracking of a guided missile. Kaywoodie Pipes: A 1953 Christmas-themed gift guide featuring various pipe styles and a 1953 calendar layout. Arrow Shirt "September Dates": A unique calendar-style ad featuring various illustrated portraits for the "man who wears an Arrow Shirt". Features: Authentic Originals: These are genuine pages carefully removed from vintage publications, not modern reprints. Standard Size: Most pages are approximately 10.5" x 14", a standard size for major mid-century magazines, making them very easy to frame. Multi-Subject Appeal: This lot covers high-demand categories for collectors, including food/beverage, fashion, aviation, and tobacco. Condition: Overall Condition: Good vintage condition with vibrant colors. Notes: Natural age-related yellowing is present, particularly on the edges, which adds to the authentic vintage character. Pickup category timeslot {A}