Pair of Framed Antique Jockey Horse Cigarette Card c. 1920s, Red and Blue

pair of authentic, antique cigarette cards set in custom double mats and new frames (with glass). external dimensions of frames are 6.25" x 6.25". sawtooth hanger on back for wall hanging. introduced in the late 19th and early 20th centuries as a marketing tool by cigarette manufacturers to boost brand loyalty, these small cards featured a wide range of subjects, including sports figures, actors, and animals. they quickly became a hit amongst collectors, with the goal being to acquire every card in a set. these sets were produced by Ogden’s of Great Britain in 1927 and 1930, titled Jockeys and Owners' Racing Colours. the collection features a vibrant series of 50 cards illustrating the silk racing outfits of prominent jockeys and their respective horse owners.