Abdulla Collection

Illustration by Anne Harriet ( Annie ) Fish (1890-1964) for an Abdulla Cigarettes Advertisement - The Bright Brigade - Higher Photography. Date: 1929

Advert for Abdulla cigarettes. Date: 1925

Abdulla Cigarettes Advertisement
Advertisement for Abdulla cigarettes, Turkish, Egyptian, Virginian, made in England. The advert shows a smoking cigarette sat in an Abdulla advertising ashtray, beside a case and box. Date: circa 1922

Mr K. Abdulla
Mr K.Abdulla Owner Of Xaar 17 April 1998 Date: 17 April 1998

Advert for Abdulla cigarettes, 1926 Date: 1926

Abdulla cigarette advertisement featuring woman aviator
Advertisement for Abdulla cigarettes featuring a female aviator, ready for take off, armed with a packet of her favourite brand. Date: 1929

British Empire Exhibition - Wembley - Canadian Pavilion Date: 1924

Cigarettes by Abdulla - Red Letter Days: Betrothed, 1938. From Punch, or the London Charivari. - October 19, 1938. [Messrs. Bradbury, Agnew & Co. Limited, London, 1938]

Fifth Avenue Cigarettes, 1946. From Punch, or the London Charivari. - July 3, 1946. [Messrs. Bradbury, Agnew & Co. Limited, London, 1940]

Overheard by Abdulla - The Stony Brokes Sandwich Snack Bar, 1933. From Punch, or the London Charivari. - February 8, 1933. [Messrs. Bradbury, Agnew & Co. Limited, London, 1933]

Cigarettes by Abdulla - S. O. S. - The Professional Cheerer, 1939
Cigarettes by Abdulla - S.O.S. - The Professional Cheerer, 1939. From Punch, or the London Charivari. - February 1, 1939. [Messrs. Bradbury, Agnew & Co. Limited, London, 1939]

Abdullas Book for Beauty - Seventeen, 1935. From Punch, or the London Charivari. - March 6, 1935. [Messrs. Bradbury, Agnew & Co. Limited, London, 1935]

Abdullas for choice, 1943. From Punch, or the London Charivari. - February 24, 1943. [Messrs. Bradbury, Agnew & Co. Limited, London, 1943]

One, two, three, four, five, six, seven - Abdulla No7, 1947. From Punch, or the London Charivari. - October 15, 1947. [Messrs. Bradbury, Agnew & Co. Limited, London, 1947]

Acclaimed with delight in her day, Toasts of the Town - Emmeline 1840, 1940. From Punch, or the London Charivari. - December 11, 1940. [Messrs. Bradbury, Agnew & Co. Limited, London, 1940]

Acclaimed with delight in her day, Toasts of the Town - Lucinda 1835, 1940. From Punch, or the London Charivari. - August 14, 1940. [Messrs. Bradbury, Agnew & Co. Limited, London, 1940]

Abdulla Geography - London, 1941. From Punch, or the London Charivari. - January 29, 1941. [Messrs. Bradbury, Agnew & Co. Limited, London, 1941]

Acclaimed with delight in her day, Toasts of the Town - Georgina 1832, 1940. From Punch, or the London Charivari. - October 16, 1940. [Messrs. Bradbury, Agnew & Co. Limited, London, 1940]

Acclaimed with delight in her day, Toasts of the Town - Leila 1830, 1940. From Punch, or the London Charivari. - September 13, 1940. [Messrs. Bradbury, Agnew & Co. Limited, London, 1940]

Acclaimed with delight in her day, Toasts of the Town - Venetia 1854, 1940. From Punch, or the London Charivari. - September 11, 1940. [Messrs. Bradbury, Agnew & Co. Limited, London, 1940]

Abdulla Geography - Riviera, 1934. From Punch, or the London Charivari. - June 27, 1934. [Messrs. Bradbury, Agnew & Co. Limited, London, 1934]

Abdullas Book for Beauty - Abdullas for choice, 1941. From Punch, or the London Charivari. - October 15, 1941. [Messrs. Bradbury, Agnew & Co. Limited, London, 1941]

A Famous Edwardian Roue Abdullas for choice, 1939
A Famous Edwardian Roue?Abdullas for choice, 1939. From Punch, or the London Charivari. - July 26, 1939. [Messrs. Bradbury, Agnew & Co. Limited, London, 1939]

Alexander the great of Macedon wept Abdullas for choice, 1939
Alexander the great of Macedon wept?Abdullas for choice, 1939. From Punch, or the London Charivari. - June 21, 1939. [Messrs. Bradbury, Agnew & Co. Limited, London, 1939]

A certain Famous Jockey Abdullas for choice, 1939
A certain Famous Jockey?Abdullas for choice, 1939. From Punch, or the London Charivari. - September 13, 1939. [Messrs. Bradbury, Agnew & Co. Limited, London, 1927]

Abdullas Theatre Guide: Midnight Drama - Forgive Me - Darling, 1939. From Punch, or the London Charivari. - December 20, 1939. [Messrs. Bradbury, Agnew & Co. Limited, London, 1927]

Beginners please? Abdullas for choice, 1939
Beginners please... Abdullas for choice, 1939. From Punch, or the London Charivari. - May 24, 1939. [Messrs. Bradbury, Agnew & Co. Limited, London, 1939]

Cigarettes by Abdulla - S. O. S. - Escort Required, 1939
Cigarettes by Abdulla - S.O.S. - Escort Required, 1939. From Punch, or the London Charivari. - March 1, 1939. [Messrs. Bradbury, Agnew & Co. Limited, London, 1939]

Making Ends Meet With Abdulla, 1940. From Punch, or the London Charivari. - July 24 1940. [Messrs. Bradbury, Agnew & Co. Limited, London, 1940]

Abdullas in Lotus-Land - Snowballs, 1927. From Punch, or the London Charivari. - December 28, 1927. [Messrs. Bradbury, Agnew & Co. Limited, London, 1927]

Assisted by Abdulla - The Ga-Ga Gallery, 1934. From Punch, or the London Charivari. - December 19, 1934. [Messrs. Bradbury, Agnew & Co. Limited, London, 1934]

Abdulla in Lotus-Land - Geishas, 1927. From Punch, or the London Charivari. - October 26, 1927. [Messrs. Bradbury, Agnew & Co. Limited, London, 1927]

Abdulla Magic - Out of the Past, 1932. From Punch, or the London Charivari. - December 28, 1932. [Messrs. Bradbury, Agnew & Co. Limited, London, 1932]

After the Honeymoon - Quarter Day, 1927. From The Sphere, December 17, 1927. [London Illustrated Newspapers Ltd, London, 1927]

Abdullas for choice, c1945

After the Honeymoon - Impecunious Peter, 1927. From The Sphere, December 10, 1927. [London Illustrated Newspapers Ltd, London, 1927]

After the Honeymoon - Her First At Home, 1927. From The Sphere, October 8, 1927. [London Illustrated Newspapers Ltd, London, 1927]

After the Honeymoon - Laundry Luggage, 1927. From The Sphere, November 26, 1927. [London Illustrated Newspapers Ltd, London, 1927]

After the Honeymoon - Their first dinner party, 1927. From The Sphere, November 12, 1927. [London Illustrated Newspapers Ltd, London, 1927]

All for Abdullas - Roulette, 1927. From The Sphere, August 27, 1927. [London Illustrated Newspapers Ltd, London, 1927]

All for Abdullas - Home Life, 1927. From The Sphere, September 24, 1927. [London Illustrated Newspapers Ltd, London, 1927]

Advertisement for Abdulla Cigarettes -- Tribute Time. 1935

Abdulla Cigarettes advert featuring female M. P. 1919
Advertisement illustrated by Annie Fish for Abdulla Cigarettes, one in a series documenting the political career of Angela a pioneering female politician in the post-WW1 era

Circus Silhouette
A silhouette of a circus ring with tight-rope walkers. 1927

Cigarette advert for Abdulla in Arcadia, London, 1926 Date: 1926

Abdulla Cigarette Advert, 1927
Abdulla Cigarette Advert Date: 1927

Advert for Abdulla cigarettes, 1927
Advert for Abdulla cigarettes, illlustration by Nerman Date: 1927

3 Tommies enjoying their fags - Abdulla Cigarette Co. Ltd
Smiling - smoking cigarettes. 3 Tommies enjoying their fags. For the Abdulla Cigarette Co. Ltd. English School

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Step back in time with Abdulla, the iconic cigarette brand that captivated generations. From its early beginnings to its lasting legacy, Abdulla cigarettes have been a symbol of sophistication and style. In this vintage advert for Abdulla cigarettes, the allure is undeniable. The elegant packaging and exquisite design make it clear why these cigarettes were favored by many discerning smokers. Illustrated by Anne Harriet (Annie) Fish, this artwork captures the essence of Abdulla's timeless appeal. With every puff, smokers indulged in a taste that was unparalleled. As seen in an advertisement from 1919, even female Members of Parliament couldn't resist the allure cigarettes. This bold statement showcased how women too could enjoy the pleasures offered by this esteemed brand. Mr K. Abdulla himself ensured that his name became synonymous with quality and luxury when he introduced his line of cigarettes in 1926. The attention to detail and commitment to excellence set Abdulla apart from its competitors. Abdulla didn't just cater to those on land; they also captured the hearts of aviators soaring through the skies. A cigarette advertisement featuring a woman aviator highlighted their dedication to celebrating trailblazing individuals who embraced adventure. The British Empire Exhibition at Wembley saw Abdulla proudly represented at the Canadian Pavilion – a testament to their global reach and popularity among connoisseurs worldwide. In 1938's 'Red Letter Days: Betrothed, ' couples celebrated joyous occasions with Abdulla Cigarettes as their trusted companion throughout life's milestones. These moments were made even more special with each inhale. Even during challenging times like The Great Depression, people found solace in Overheard by Abdullah - The Stony Brokes Sandwich Snack Bar in 1933 – where conversations flowed freely alongside smoke-filled rooms filled with camaraderie. Fifth Avenue Cigarettes continued Abdulah's tradition into the post-war era of 1946.