Adventures of the Poodle Boys – Original 1920s Gibbs Dentifrice Comic Advert

Description

Description:
This delightful vintage comic-style advertisement from the 1920s features the continued escapades of the beloved Poodle Boys, this time at the zoo with a focus on dental hygiene. Titled “Adventures of the Poodle Boys,” the ad cleverly promotes Gibbs Dentifrice, a popular toothpaste brand of the era, using a playful narrative about clean teeth and the mythical “Ivory Castles.”

In this story, the Poodle Boys visit various zoo animals, including an elephant, who they help brush his massive teeth with the help of their trusty toothbrush and Gibbs Dentifrice. The comic emphasizes the importance of brushing to protect against “Giant Decay” and “King Stain,” using fantasy elements and animal characters to captivate young readers and encourage good hygiene.

This advert was part of a larger campaign promoting the “Fortress of Ivory Castles,” a whimsical tie-in book offered for free with Gibbs Dentifrice, along with a generous trial package. The illustrations are engaging and full of character, though the artist remains uncredited—a common practice in early 20th-century advertising.

Professionally mounted on black cardboard, the piece measures approximately 12 x 15 cm (4.7 x 5.9 inches), making it perfect for display or collection as part of a vintage advertising, dental history, or children’s illustration archive.

Condition Note:
This is a genuine vintage print from the 1920s. Please be aware that it may exhibit typical signs of aging such as light edge wear, mild paper toning, or small creases. These features are consistent with its age and enhance its authentic vintage appeal.