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Vintage Nigerian Palm Oil Stamp - Vintage Matchbox Label

Vintage matchbox label artwork, restored and digitised from mid-20th century commercial printing. Origin: Nigeria, circa 1940s. Printed for: Nigeria. Mid-20th century matchbox labels are collected internationally as examples of commercial graphic design history, capturing the visual language of everyday industrial culture. Palm oil production scene with factory and palm fruits. Teal and orange tones. Vibrant palette. Propaganda Style design. Matchbox labels (phillumeny) from Africa are sought by collectors for their bold graphic design and as a historical record of mid-century commercial print…