Price’s Candles Ad, 1910 Franco-British Exhibition Winner

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Price’s Candles Ad, 1910 Franco-British Exhibition Winner

Elegant 1910 advertisement for Price’s award-winning candles, honouring their dual Grand Prizes at the Franco-British Exhibition — a proud moment in Edwardian industrial prestige.

Measurements: approx. 10 1/4 x 2 inches
Dates: May 14, 1910
Source: The Graphic
Condition: In decent vintage condition. Please inspect images for quality.
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In the refined Edwardian interiors of 1910, light was not just a necessity but a symbol of taste. This striking wide-format advertisement celebrates Price’s Candles, purveyors of Palmitine and Parastrine — distinct candle blends crafted for drawing rooms and shaded fittings, respectively. The advert’s poised layout, featuring a clipper ship and symmetrical candle motifs, captures both the global reach and elegant practicality of the product.

Published in The Graphic on May 14, 1910, this piece coincides with Price’s recognition at the Franco-British Exhibition, where they were awarded two Grand Prizes. Measuring approximately 10¼ x 2 inches, its elongated banner format and refined typography signal the brand’s confidence and sophistication. These candles were not only functional but also medal-winning innovations in household illumination — a source of pride in homes and at international showcases alike.

For collectors of Edwardian advertising, lighting history, or industrial awards ephemera, this preserved example offers more than decorative appeal. It is a testament to Britain’s manufacturing excellence and a glimpse into how light itself was branded, celebrated, and refined. In decent vintage condition, it invites admiration and archival interest alike.

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