Bidspirit auction | R.J. Reynolds Camel Tin Triptych

R.J. Reynolds Camel Tin Triptych Rack - 20x18.5 A three-panel folding countertop display rack for Camel Cigarettes, manufactured by the R.J. Reynolds Tobacco Company. The triptych-style unit is constructed of lithographed tin. The central arched panel features the classic Camel brand imagery, including the dromedary camel known as Old Joe, a handler in traditional Middle Eastern attire, and a background depicting an Egyptian landscape with pyramids, a mosque, and palm trees. The side panels and the base of the center section are equipped with tiered metal shelves designed to hold individual cigarette packs. The interior surfaces of the side panels and the shelves are decorated with a green mottled lithographed pattern. The reverse side of the display is finished in yellow with large black block lettering repeating the brand name and advertising text. The front central panel includes the text: CAMEL CIGARETTES / An Expert Blend of / Turkish and Domestic Tobaccos. Below the graphic, it reads: MORE DELIGHTFUL THAN EITHER / KIND SMOKED STRAIGHT / 20 FOR 10c. The base inset states: COMPARE CAMELS WITH ANY CIGARETTE AT ANY PRICE. The bottom edge is marked: R. J. REYNOLDS TOBACCO COMPANY, WINSTON-SALEM, N. C. U. S. A. The reverse side features the text: CAMEL / CIGARETTES / An Expert Blend / of Turkish and Domestic / Tobaccos / 20 FOR 10c. Height: Approximately 13 inches Width (unfolded): Approximately 18 inches.