Vintage 1950s Sandeman Port & Sherry Print Advertisement — Original Mid-Century Drinks Ad
Approximately 4 x 6 inches.
This vintage 1950s Sandeman Port & Sherry magazine advertisement features the brand's legendary 'Don' silhouette — the caped, wide-brimmed figure that became one of the most recognizable icons in drinks advertising history. Created originally in 1928 by George Massiot Brown, the Don appeared across decades of print campaigns, making each surviving original ad a genuine collectible. This Swiss-market example, distributed by Berger & Co. of Langnau/Bern, pairs the dramatic black silhouette against a guitar-strumming Iberian figure beneath a British Royal coat of arms, beautifully encapsulating Sandeman's Anglo-Iberian heritage. A compelling vintage advertisement for spirits enthusiasts and golden-age graphic design collectors alike.
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