Isadzhanoff cigarette tubes. Moscow. Do not tear at the seam. 1900s

Created by an unknown artist in the 1900s, this advertisement promotes Isadzhanoff cigarette tubes from Moscow, known for their quality and strength. The poster features an elegant woman in a tailored suit and top hat, confidently smoking, embodying modern sophistication and independence of the early 20th century. The bold text reads: “Гильзы Исаджанова. Москва. Не рвутся по шву.” (Isadzhanoff cigarette tubes. Moscow. Do not tear at the seam.) The clean design and refined figure highlight the brand’s message of reliability and elegance, reflecting the Art Nouveau style popular in pre-revolutionary Russian advertising.