The Laughing Cavalier — Frans Hals, Framed Chromolithograph Print, Presented by W.D & H.O Wills Bristol to The Jolly Sportsman Sussex, February 1932

This print has been somewhere. In February 1932, W.D & H.O Wills of Bristol sent it to Mr C. Calloway at The Jolly Sportsman pub in East Chiltington, Sussex. It hung there — above the bar, beside the fire, somewhere — and now it is here.

OBJECT DETAILS: An ideal piece for collectors of British pub memorabilia, Pre-Raphaelite and Old Masters prints, or for film and TV prop buyers seeking period-accurate 1930s British interior set dressing. Framed chromolithograph reproduction of Frans Hals' The Laughing Cavalier, in gilt wood frame with white mount. Original label to reverse documents provenance: presented by W.D & H.O Wills (Dept 17), Bristol, to Mr C. Calloway, The Jolly Sportsman, East Chiltington, Sussex, February 1932. England, 1932.

DIMENSIONS: Frame: H 53cm × W 46cm (H 20.9" × W 18.1")

CONDITION: In good vintage condition with natural wear consistent with age. Minor surface wear to frame. Print intact. Original label to reverse intact. Photographs form part of this description — please review all images carefully.

CURATOR'S NOTE: Selected for its story as much as its image. A print of The Laughing Cavalier, sent from a tobacco company to a Sussex pub in 1932 — that provenance is irreplaceable.

FAQ:

What is the condition? In good vintage condition with natural wear consistent with age. Minor surface wear to frame. Print intact. Original provenance label to reverse intact. Photographs form part of this description — please review all images carefully.

What are the dimensions? Frame: H 53cm × W 46cm (H 20.9" × W 18.1").

Where does this piece come from? This print was presented by W.D & H.O Wills (Dept 17), Bristol — one of Britain's most celebrated tobacco companies — to Mr C. Calloway at The Jolly Sportsman pub, East Chiltington, Sussex, in February 1932. Original label to reverse documents this provenance.

Do you ship internationally? Yes — Fontaine London ships worldwide. Prices shown include duties and taxes (DDP). Shipping calculated at checkout.

Is this suitable for film or TV prop use? Yes — period-accurate for 1930s British pub or domestic interiors. Available for prop hire enquiries. Please contact us directly to discuss.

What is your returns policy? 14-day return policy for items that do not match their description. Please review all photographs carefully before purchasing.