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Mardon Son & Hall - a piece of highly detailed mixed media original artwork, believed to be created for an unissued series of 'British Wildlife' themed cigarette cards, as created by artists who worked for Mardon Son & Hall Ltd Bristol in the early 20th Century. The artwork depicts some Red Admiral Butterflies against an undergrowth of various plants. Mounted on card. Measuring approximately 21 cm x 14.5 cm including the mount. 

Mardon Son & Hall Ltd, Bristol - x10 detailed, mixed media, illustrations of scenes from traveller's tales throughout history. Believed to have been created by artists at Mardon Son & Hall Ltd, Bristol, for proposed post-war cigarette card series. Featuring explorers such as David Livingstone, Alexander the Great, Erik the Red, and others. All mounted. Measuring approximately, 21 cm x 15 cm.

W.D. and H.O. Wills Cigarette Cards (1939) - two pieces of highly detailed mixed media original artwork for the 'How to Distinguish Different Locomotives (1)' and 'How to Distinguish Different Locomotives (2)' card from the 'Railway Equipment' set of 50 cigarette cards, issued by W.D. and H.O. Wills in 1939. Mounted. Measuring approximately 15 cm x 21 cm including the mount.  W.D. & H.O. Wills was a British tobacco manufacturing company formed in Bristol, England, and it was the first British company to mass-produce cigarettes. It was also one of the founding companies of Imperial Tobacco along with John Player & Sons.

Churchman's (W.A & A.C), Cigarettes - Stars Of Variety (unproduced series c1946) - Original Artwork - Nervo & Knox - an original over-painted photograph artwork, completed by artists at Mardon, Son & Hall for production of the cigarette card series. Accompanied by a letter from their manager Edwin Briggs relating to the image used. Artwork size: 8.5x4.5", approx. Jimmy Nervo and Teddy Knox were English comedians who formed a double act and were part of the original Crazy Gang comedy gang.

W.D. and H.O. Wills Cigarette Cards - x4 pieces of highly detailed, mixed media original artwork, created for the series 'Cricketers, 2nd Series' set of 50 cigarette cards issued by W.D. and H.O. Wills. Featuring 'F.J. Seabrook', 'S.J. Staples', 'Harry Smith', and 'E. Oldroyd'. All mounted on card. Measuring approximately 21 cm x 15 cm including the mount.  W.D. & H.O. Wills was a British tobacco manufacturing company formed in Bristol, England, and it was the first British company to mass-produce cigarettes. It was also one of the founding companies of Imperial Tobacco along with John Player & Sons.

W.D. and H.O. Wills Cigarette Cards (1928) - a piece of highly detailed mixed media original artwork for the 'Alice Terry' No.24 card from the first series of 'Cinema Stars' set of 25 cigarette cards, issued by W.D. and H.O. Wills in 1928. Mounted. Measuring approximately 15 cm x 21 cm including the mount.  W.D. & H.O. Wills was a British tobacco manufacturing company formed in Bristol, England, and it was the first British company to mass-produce cigarettes. It was also one of the founding companies of Imperial Tobacco along with John Player & Sons.

Ogdens Cigarettes - The Story Of The Life-Boat (c1950s unproduced set) - four original hand painted mixed media artwork pieces for the unreleased cigarette card series c1950s. All as painted by artists from Mardon, Son & Hall - likely Frank J. Wall, for the intended production. Each card features an image relating to lifeboats, their history, or their personnel. Artwork size: 3" x 5.5", approx. This cigarette card set was designed and created for Ogdens in the 1950s, but was never officially released. It was later reproduced in the 1980s and 1990s in limited runs for collectors. 

Cigarette / Trade Cards - a piece of highly detailed, mixed media, original artwork made for cigarette / trade card series. Depicting the portrait of English footballer Nat Lofthouse. Includes letters from Lofthouse concerning his consent towards his photograph being used for the artwork. Mounted on card, measuring approximately 15 x 21 cm. Artist unknown. Nathaniel Lofthouse (27 August 1925 - 15 January 2011) was an English footballer who played as a forward for Bolton Wanderers for his entire career. He won 33 caps for England between 1950 and 1958, scoring 30 goals, with one of the highest goals per game ratios of any English player. In 1994 Lofthouse was appointed an OBE and in 1997 Bolton decided to name their East Stand at their new Reebok Stadium after him.

WD & HO Wills Cigarette Cards - Industries Of Britain (1929/1930) - 'Shipbuilding' - the original hand painted mixed media artwork piece for the named cigarette card released in 1930, as painted by artists from Mardon, Son & Hall for production of the card series. Depicting a montage of various ships and their construction methods. Artwork size: 7.5" x 6", approx. 

Mardon Son & Hall - a piece of highly detailed mixed media original artwork, believed to be created for an unissued series of 'British Wildlife' themed cigarette cards, as created by artists who worked for Mardon Son & Hall Ltd Bristol in the early 20th Century. The artwork depicts a badger walking around some ferns. Mounted on card. Measuring approximately 21 cm x 14.5 cm including the mount. 

Ogdens Cigarettes - The Story Of The Life-Boat (c1950s unproduced set) - four original hand painted mixed media artwork pieces for the unreleased cigarette card series c1950s. All as painted by artists from Mardon, Son & Hall - likely Frank J. Wall, for the intended production. Each card features an image relating to lifeboats, their history, or their personnel. Artwork size: 3" x 5.5", approx. This cigarette card set was designed and created for Ogdens in the 1950s, but was never officially released. It was later reproduced in the 1980s and 1990s in limited runs for collectors. 

Richard Ward - x5 highly detailed, mixed media, original paintings of military aircrafts, by Richard Ward. Believed to have been created at Mardon Son & Hall Ltd, Bristol, to be used for cigarette card designs. Featuring, a Fokker E.III, a Messerschmitt Bf 109, a Junkers JU 88k Dive Bombers and others. All mounted, measuring approximately 14.5 x 21 cm.

John Palmer (1939 - 2021) - x2 pieces of mixed media, original artworks by associate of the RWA, John Palmer. Featuring a military helicopter and an RAF military aircraft. Believed to have been created for cigarette card designs. Both mounted. Measuring approximately 21 cm x 30 cm. John Palmer was an accomplished and sensitive watercolourist, who won the watercolour prize at the RWA during Stewart Geddes Presidency. He joined the RWA in 1985 as an Associate and was elected a full Academician in 1991. 

W.D. & H.O. Wills - x2 pieces of highly detailed, mixed media, original artwork, believed to be created by artists who worked for Mardon Son & Hall Ltd Bristol, for the unissued cigarette card series 'Zoo Friends' by W.D. & H.O. Wills in 1939. Featuring an 'Indian Black Buck & Baby' and an 'American Bull Frog'. Both stamped by 'Artist Department', dated '31 Oct 1939', and signed. Measuring approximately 14 cm x 21 cm. 

Churchman's (W.A & A.C), Cigarettes - Stars Of Variety (unproduced series c1946) - Original Artwork - Max Miller - an original over-painted photograph artwork, completed by artists at Mardon, Son & Hall for production of the cigarette card series. Accompanied by a letter from Miller giving his approval of a sketch for use in the series and requesting '...I should like a larger one for display outside the theatre.' Artwork size: 8.5x4.5", approx.  Thomas Henry Sargent (1894 – 1963), known professionally by his stage name Max Miller and billed as The Cheeky Chappie, was an English comedian often considered the greatest stand-up of his generation. He came from humble beginnings and left school at the age of twelve. At the outbreak of the First World War, he volunteered for the army. During his time in the forces, he started a troupe concert party. On leaving the army, he took up work as a light comedian, dancer, and singer. He toured extensively, appearing in variety, revues and by the early 1930s reached the top of the bill in the large music halls including the London Palladium.

Mardon Son & Hall - a piece of highly detailed mixed media original artwork,believed to be created for an unissued series of 'British Wildlife' themed cigarette cards, as created by artists who worked for Mardon Son & Hall Ltd Bristol in the early 20th Century. The artwork depicts a European Goldfinch sitting amongst thistles. Mounted on card. Measuring approximately 21 cm x 14.5 cm including the mount. 

Ogden's (1938) - a piece of highly detailed mixed media artwork created for set of 50 cigarette card series 'Actors Natural and Character Studies', issued by Ogden's branch of the Imperial Tobacco Co. Ltd. in 1938. Believed to be completed by artists who worked for Mardon Son & Hall Ltd Bristol. Mounted. Measuring approximately 21 cm x 15 cm, including the mount. 

WD & HO Wills Cigarette Cards – Beautiful Homes (1930) - ' Powis Castle ' - the original hand painted mixed media artwork piece for the named cigarette card, released in 1930, as painted by artists from Mardon, Son & Hall for production of the card series. Artwork size: 4.5" x 6", approx.

Alan J Bowyer (1902 - 1986) - x3 highly detailed, mixed media, illustrations created by British artist Alan J Bowyer, believed to have worked for Mardon Son & Hall, creating cigarette card designs relating to ghouls and ghosts. Featuring; '20. Tainted Gold', '30. The Phantom Armies at Edge Hill' and '46. The Bagman's Uncle and the Spectral Mail Coach'. All including a brief description of the scene from each ghost story, printed by Mardon, Son & Hall Ltd. Largest measuring 20 cm x 14 cm, including a mount.

W.D. & H.O. Wills - x2 pieces of highly detailed, mixed media, original artwork, believed to be created by artists who worked for Mardon Son & Hall Ltd Bristol, for the unissued cigarette card series 'Zoo Friends' by W.D. & H.O. Wills in 1939. Featuring a 'Lynx & Kitten' and a 'Chimpanzee and Young'. Both stamped by 'Artist Department', dated '31 Oct 1939', and signed. Measuring approximately 14 cm x 21 cm. 

Mardon, Son & Hall - Cigarette Packets - W.D & H.O Wills - a collection of x6 early 20th century (believed c1900-1930s) designs for various cigarette packets and labels. Includes: Diploma Cigarettes (Printer's box mock-up), Traveller Brand (printer's proof box artwork), 'Samples Of Tobaccos Manufactured' (printer's proof labels), 'Sample Of Light Cut Tobacco' (printer's proof uncut on card), and x2 variations of 'Bright Cut Returns' box artwork for W.O Bigg & Co. Various sizes. All as used during final proofing or production stages by artists at Mardon, Son & Hall. Some likely unproduced examples.

Lambert and Butler Cigarette Cards (1924) - x6 pieces of highly detailed original artwork from the x25 card series 'Wonders of Nature' issued by Lambert and Butler, branch of the Imperial Tobacco Co. of Great Britain and Ireland Ltd. Featuring 'Leaping Spider', 'Ant-Lion Larva', 'Archer Fish' and others. Framed and mounted. Measuring approximately 50.5 cm x 43 cm including frame.

W.D. & H.O. Wills - x2 pieces of highly detailed, mixed media, original artwork, believed to be created by artists who worked for Mardon Son & Hall Ltd Bristol, for the unissued cigarette card series 'Zoo Friends' by W.D. & H.O. Wills in 1939. Featuring a 'Young Mountain Gorilla' and 'a Young African Elephant - "Jumbo"'. Both stamped by 'Artist Department', dated '5 Oct 1939', and signed. Measuring approximately 14 cm x 21 cm. 

Hints on Association Football (1934) - a piece of original mixed media artwork created for the series of 50 cigarette cards 'Hints on Association Football' issued by John Player & Sons in 1934. Believed to be completed by artists who worked for Mardon Son & Hall Ltd Bristol. The artwork features two footballers tackling, for the cigarette card titled 'The Shoulder Charge'. Mounted. Measuring approximately 42 cm x 30 cm.

Mardon, Son & Hall - Cigarette Cards - three pages of early cigarette card proofs, comprising: 1) F&J Smith 1908 'Fowls, Pigeons & Dogs' (x6 cards) 2) Churchman's Cigarettes 1908 'Football Club Colours' (x7 cards) 3) Loadstone Cigarettes / Franklyn Davey & Co 1908 'Footballers' (x4 cards) All on large original pages from Mardon, Son & Hall detailing the cards. All pages have written upon them 'For complete series see Ogden's' - it appears the sets were all released by Ogden's despite these sets originally being titled for other tobacco companies. All cards stuck to the pages and either displaying the fronts or rears of each card. The cards used were likely the earliest off the line, used for final checking before mass printing. Each page measures 42cm x 29cm.

Alan J Bowyer (1902 - 1986) - x3 highly detailed, mixed media, illustrations created by British artist Alan J Bowyer, believed to have worked for Mardon Son & Hall, creating cigarette card designs relating to ghouls and ghosts. Featuring; '9. The Fisherman and the Genie', '40. Cutty Sark and Tam O' Shanter' and '49. The Althorp Groom'. All including a brief description of the scene from each ghost story, printed by Mardon, Son & Hall Ltd. Largest measuring 18.5 cm x 8 cm.

Churchman's (W.A & A.C), Cigarettes - Stars Of Variety (unproduced series c1946) - Original Artwork - Wee Georgie Wood - an original over-painted photograph artwork, completed by artists at Mardon, Son & Hall for production of the cigarette card series. Accompanied by a handwritten letter from Wood dated 1946, approving of the artwork. Artwork size: 8.5x4.5", approx. George Wood Bamlett OBE (17 December 1895 – 19 February 1979), known professionally as Wee Georgie Wood, was a British comic entertainer and actor who appeared in films, plays and music hall revues. He had a lengthy career of over fifty years, based on exploiting the childlike appearance that he retained in adulthood.

Churchman's (W.A & A.C), Cigarettes - Stars Of Variety (unproduced series c1946) - Original Artwork - Carroll Gibbons - an original painted artwork, completed by artists at Mardon, Son & Hall for production of the cigarette card series. Accompanied by a signed note from Gibbons approving of the artwork. Artwork size: 10x5.5", approx. Carroll Richard Gibbons (January 4, 1903 – May 10, 1954) was an American-born pianist, bandleader and popular composer who made his career primarily in England during the British dance band era.

W.D. & H.O. Wills - x2 pieces of highly detailed, mixed media, original artwork, believed to be created by artists who worked for Mardon Son & Hall Ltd Bristol, for the unissued cigarette card series 'Zoo Friends' by W.D. & H.O. Wills in 1939. Featuring a 'Leopard Cub with Tiger Cubs' and an 'Ostrich'. Both stamped by 'Artist Department', dated '31 Oct 1939', and signed. Measuring approximately 14 cm x 21 cm. 

W.D. and H.O. Wills Cigarette Cards - a piece of highly detailed mixed media original artwork, created for the 'His Royal Highness The Prince of Wales' number 48 card from the set of 50 cigarette cards 'The Reign of H.M. King George V' issued by W.D. and H.O. Wills. Mounted. Measuring approximately 21 cm x 14.5 cm including the mount.  W.D. & H.O. Wills was a British tobacco manufacturing company formed in Bristol, England, and it was the first British company to mass-produce cigarettes. It was also one of the founding companies of Imperial Tobacco along with John Player & Sons.

Mardon, Son & Hall - Cigarette Card Artwork - 'Regimental Badges' (unproduced series c1950s) - 60+ original pieces of hand painted artwork for an intended release of WWII Second World War period Army regimental and formation badges / patches. Likely for Players Cigarettes. Each card featuring a khaki or tan background, with a painted patch / flash to the centre. Many featuring their original paper frame with additional details noted. Artwork size approx: 12cm x 6cm. 

John Player & Sons Cigarette Cards (1937) - a piece of highly detailed mixed media original artwork for the 'Speaker of The House of Commons' No.35 card from the 'Coronation Series: Ceremonial Dress' set of 50 cigarette cards, issued by John Player & Sons in 1937. Mounted. Measuring approximately 15 cm x 21 cm including the mount. 

W.D. & H.O. Wills - x2 pieces of highly detailed, mixed media, original artwork, believed to be created by artists who worked for Mardon Son & Hall Ltd Bristol, for the unissued cigarette card series 'Zoo Friends' by W.D. & H.O. Wills in 1939. Featuring a 'Whale-headed Stork or Shoe-bill' and a 'South African Bush Baby'. Both stamped by 'Artist Department', dated 'Oct 1939', and signed. Measuring approximately 14 cm x 21 cm. 

Churchman's (W.A & A.C), Cigarettes - Stars Of Variety (unproduced series c1946) - Original Artwork - The Western Brothers (Kenneth & George) - an original over-painted photograph artwork, completed by artists at Mardon, Son & Hall for production of the cigarette card series. Accompanied by three handwritten letters from Kenneth Western relating to the production of the cards - one letter giving a short biography of the act for the back of the card. Artwork size: 8.5x4", approx. The Western Brothers were an English music hall and radio act, popular from the 1930s to late 1950s, performing self-written topical songs which often lampooned the upper classes.

Churchman's (W.A & A.C), Cigarettes - Stars Of Variety (unproduced series c1946) - Original Artwork - Max Wall - an original over-painted photograph artwork, completed by artists at Mardon, Son & Hall for production of the cigarette card series. Accompanied by a letter from Wall giving his permission to use the artwork for the cigarette card. Artwork size: 8x4.5", approx. Max Wall (born Maxwell George Lorimer, 12 March 1908 – 21 May 1990) was an English actor and comedian whose performing career covered music hall, films, television and theatre.

Mardon Son & Hall - a piece of highly detailed mixed media original artwork, believed to be created for an unissued series of 'British Wildlife' themed cigarette cards, as created by artists who worked for Mardon Son & Hall Ltd Bristol in the early 20th Century. The artwork depicts a Slow Worm amongst rocks and leaves. Mounted on card. Measuring approximately 21 cm x 14.5 cm including the mount. 

W.D. and H.O. Wills Cigarette Cards (1928) - a piece of highly detailed mixed media original artwork for the 'Anna Q. Nilsson' No.21 card from the second series of 'Cinema Stars' set of 25 cigarette cards, issued by W.D. and H.O. Wills in 1928. Mounted. Measuring approximately 15 cm x 21 cm including the mount.  W.D. & H.O. Wills was a British tobacco manufacturing company formed in Bristol, England, and it was the first British company to mass-produce cigarettes. It was also one of the founding companies of Imperial Tobacco along with John Player & Sons.

Eric Bottomley G.R.A - a piece of original highly detailed mixed media artwork by British artist Eric Bottomley, created in 1988 a cigarette card in the series 'Tom Thumb: History of Aviation' issued by John Player & Sons in 1988. Featuring the artwork for card no. 7, 'De Havilland Gipsy Moth'. Accompanied by the printed cigarette card. Mounted and signed to the bottom right corner. Measuring approximately 30 cm x 42 cm, including the mount. Eric Bottomley studied arts and crafts at Oldham School of Art, leaving in 1964 to work in Manchester as a commercial artist. In 1974 he moved to Dorset to continue as a freelance artist, to devote more time to oil painting. He joined the Guild of Railway Artists in 1979, later to become a full member.

Weighing Machine Cards - a piece of highly detailed, mixed media, original artwork for the cigarette card series of Weighing Machine Cards by Mardon, Son and Hall Ltd, 'Association Footballers', believed to be unproduced, depicting a portrait of Laurie Scott (1949). Includes multiple pieces of paperwork containing the details and signed approval from Laurie Scott for the use of his photograph for the artwork, dated 1949. Mounted on card, measuring approximately 15 x 21 cm. Artist unknown. Lawrence (Laurie) Scott (23 April 1917 - 18 July 1999) was an English footballer who played as a full back for Bradford City, Arsenal and Crystal Palace either side of World War II, and made 17 appearances for the English national team. 

Player's - x5 pieces of detailed, mixed media, original artwork created by artists who worked for Mardon Son & Hall Ltd Bristol, for an unpublished cigarette card series 'Cottage Architecture' by Player's, 1946. Featuring cottages such as 'Abbots Bromley Staffordshire', 'Fyfield, Essex', 'Lustleigh, Devon' and others. All mounted. Measuring approximately 21 cm x 29.5 cm, including the mount.

Mardon Son & Hall - a piece of highly detailed mixed media original artwork, believed to be created for an unissued series of 'British Wildlife' themed cigarette cards, as created by artists who worked for Mardon Son & Hall Ltd Bristol in the early 20th Century. The artwork depicts a weasel sitting in a countryside scene. Mounted on card. Measuring approximately 21 cm x 14.5 cm including the mount. 

Churchman's (W.A & A.C), Cigarettes - Stars Of Variety (unproduced series c1946) - Original Artwork - Stanley Holloway - an original artwork painting laid onto metal, completed by artists at Mardon, Son & Hall for production of the cigarette card series. Accompanied by two letters from Holloway dated 1946, one confirming the sending of a preferred photograph and the other approving of an initial sketch design. Artwork size: 10x5.5", approx.  Stanley Augustus Holloway OBE (1890 – 1982) was an English actor, comedian, singer and monologist. He was famous for his comic and character roles on stage and screen, especially that of Alfred P. Doolittle in My Fair Lady. He was also renowned for his comic monologues and songs, which he performed and recorded throughout most of his 70-year career.

Ogdens Cigarettes - The Story Of The Life-Boat (c1950s unproduced set) - four original hand painted mixed media artwork pieces for the unreleased cigarette card series c1950s. All as painted by artists from Mardon, Son & Hall - likely Frank J. Wall, for the intended production. Each card features an image relating to lifeboats, their history, or their personnel. Artwork size: 3" x 5.5", approx. This cigarette card set was designed and created for Ogdens in the 1950s, but was never officially released. It was later reproduced in the 1980s and 1990s in limited runs for collectors. 

Mardon Son & Hall - a piece of highly detailed mixed media original artwork,believed to be created for an unissued series of 'British Wildlife' themed cigarette cards, as created by artists who worked for Mardon Son & Hall Ltd Bristol in the early 20th Century. The artwork depicts a mouse sitting on a branch with flower blossom. Mounted on card. Measuring approximately 21 cm x 14.5 cm including the mount. 

Mardon Son & Hall - x6 pieces of detailed, mixed media, original artworks, believed to be completed by artists for worked for Mardon Son & Hall Ltd Bristol, for an unissued cigarette card series. Featuring British wild flowers and plants, such as honeysuckle, strawberry plants, morning glory flowers and others. All mounted. Measuring approximately 21cm x 15cm including the mount.

W.D. & H.O. Wills - x2 pieces of highly detailed, mixed media, original artwork, believed to be created by artists who worked for Mardon Son & Hall Ltd Bristol, for the unissued cigarette card series 'Zoo Friends' by W.D. & H.O. Wills in 1939. Featuring a 'Tigress with Cubs' and a 'Bay Duiker'. Both stamped by 'Artist Department', dated '5 Oct 1939', and signed. Measuring approximately 14 cm x 21 cm.

WD & HO Wills Cigarette Cards - Cities And Their Industries (unproduced set) - the original hand painted mixed media artwork pieces for the unreleased cigarette card series c1930, all as painted by artists from Mardon, Son & Hall for the intended production. Each card features a famous English city (London, Edinburgh, Liverpool etc) with scenes surrounding depicting the main industry, and the city crest to the top centre. Artwork size: 7.5" x 6", approx. (6) This set appears to have originally been intended for release alongside the Industries Of Great Britain cigarette card sets by WD & HO Wills, but never saw full production. 

Alan J Bowyer (1902 - 1986) - x4 highly detailed, mixed media, illustrations created by British artist Alan J Bowyer, believed to have worked for Mardon Son & Hall creating cigarette card designs, relating to ghouls and ghosts. Featuring; '28. The Curse of Tregeale', '1. The Ghost of King Darius', '7. The Spectral Dancer' and '38. The Spectre at Prince Charlie's Well'. All including a brief description of the scene from each ghost story, printed by Mardon, Son & Hall Ltd. Largest measuring 21 cm x 13 cm, including a mount.

Hints on Association Football (1934) - a piece of original mixed media artwork created for the series of 50 cigarette cards 'Hints on Association Football' issued by John Player & Sons in 1934. Believed to be completed by artists who worked for Mardon Son & Hall Ltd Bristol. The artwork features a footballer in red doing a volley, for the cigarette card titled 'The Volley'. Mounted. Measuring approximately 42 cm x 30 cm.

Ogden's (1938) - a piece of highly detailed mixed media artwork created for the 'Maurice Evans' number 11 card in the set of 50 cigarette card series 'Actors Natural and Character Studies', issued by Ogden's branch of the Imperial Tobacco Co. Ltd. in 1938. Believed to be completed by artists who worked for Mardon Son & Hall Ltd Bristol. Mounted. Measuring approximately 21 cm x 15 cm, including the mount.  Maurice Herbert Evans (3 June 1901 – 12 March 1989) was an English actor, noted for his interpretations of Shakespearean characters. His best-known screen roles include Dr. Zaius in the 1968 film Planet of the Apes and Samantha Stephens's father, Maurice, on Bewitched.

Louis Ward (1913 - 2005) - an original watercolour piece of artwork, completed by Bristol artist Louis Ward. The artwork is believed to have been created for an unissued cigarette card. Featuring a period couple ice-skating. Mounted and measuring approximately 30 cm x 42 cm including the mount. Louis Arthur Ward was born in Bristol in 1913 and became a member of the local art community 'Bristol Savages' at the age of 21. After the war, he became a book illustrator and exhibited at the R.I., RWA and at Bristol Art Gallery. His painting of Christ in Gethsemane hangs in the Lady Chapel of Bristol Cathedral. 

W.D. and H.O. Wills Cigarette Cards (1939) - a piece of highly detailed mixed media original artwork for the 'Modern Vacuum-Operated Turntable' card from the 'Railway Equipment' set of 50 cigarette cards, issued by W.D. and H.O. Wills in 1939. Mounted. Measuring approximately 15 cm x 21 cm including the mount.  W.D. & H.O. Wills was a British tobacco manufacturing company formed in Bristol, England, and it was the first British company to mass-produce cigarettes. It was also one of the founding companies of Imperial Tobacco along with John Player & Sons.

Churchman's (W.A & A.C), Cigarettes - Stars Of Variety (unproduced series c1946) - Original Artwork - Gert & Daisy (Elsie & Doris Waters) - an original over-painted photograph artwork, completed by artists at Mardon, Son & Hall for production of the cigarette card series. Accompanied by a handwritten letter from Elsie Waters sharing some concern over the image. Artwork size: 9x5", approx. Elsie and Doris Waters were English comic actresses and singers who performed as a double act. They are remembered for creating the comedy characters Gert Daisy, and have been described as 'the most successful female double-act in the history of British music hall and variety.

WD & HO Wills Cigarette Cards – Beautiful Homes (1930) - 'Hatfield House' - the original hand painted mixed media artwork piece for the named cigarette card, released in 1930, as painted by artists from Mardon, Son & Hall for production of the card series. Artwork size: 4.5" x 6", approx.

Louis Ward (1913 - 2005) - a piece of original artwork by Bristol artist Louis Ward, believed to be created for an unissued cigarette card series. Portraying a scene based on the written quote 'Mr. Pickwick disports himself on the ice'. Signed to the corner and mounted. Measuring approximately 29.5 cm x 42 cm, including the mount. Louis Arthur Ward was born in Bristol in 1913 and became a member of the local art community 'Bristol Savages' at the age of 21. After the war, he became a book illustrator and exhibited at the R.I., RWA and at Bristol Art Gallery. His painting of Christ in Gethsemane hangs in the Lady Chapel of Bristol Cathedral. 

WD & HO Wills Cigarette Cards – Beautiful Homes (1930) - 'Blenheim Palace' - the original hand painted mixed media artwork piece for the named cigarette card, released in 1930, as painted by artists from Mardon, Son & Hall for production of the card series. Artwork size: 4.5" x 6", approx.

John Player & Sons Cigarette Cards (1937) - a piece of highly detailed mixed media original artwork for the 'The Order of The Garter' No.21 card from the 'Coronation Series: Ceremonial Dress' set of 50 cigarette cards, issued by John Player & Sons in 1937. Mounted. Measuring approximately 15 cm x 21 cm including the mount. 

Hignett's Cigarettes - a piece of original, highly detailed, artwork, created for the set of 50 cigarette card series 'Actors: Natural and Character Studies', issued by Hignett Bros & Co in 1938. Believed to have been created by artists who worked for Mardon Son & Co Ltd Bristol. Featuring the actor 'Laurence Olivier' 'as Sir Toby Belch in 'Twelfth Night"', for card no. 40. Mounted and measuring approximately 21 cm x 15 cm, including the mount. 

Mardon Son & Hall Ltd, Bristol - x10 highly detailed, mixed media, illustrations of famous bridges, old and new. Believed to have been created by artists at Mardon Son & Hall Ltd, Bristol, for cigarette card designs. Featuring bridges such as the the Pecos Viaduct in Texas, USA, the Rialto Bridge in Venice, the Pont Du Gard in Nimes, France, the Delaware River Bridge in Philadelphia, USA, and others. All mounted. Measuring approximately 29.5 x 21 cm. 

W.D. & H.O. Wills - x2 pieces of highly detailed, mixed media, original artwork, believed to be created by artists who worked for Mardon Son & Hall Ltd Bristol, for the unissued cigarette card series 'Zoo Friends' by W.D. & H.O. Wills in 1939. Featuring 'Mongolian Wild Horses', and a 'Pig-tailed Monkey'. Both stamped by 'Artist Department', dated '5 Oct 1939', and signed. Measuring approximately 14 cm x 21 cm.