Allen’s Roses – Original 1926 Vintage Advertisement from A.J. & C. Allen, Norwich

Description

Description:
This is a beautifully preserved vintage advertisement from the 1926 Annual of the National Rose Society, promoting the services of A.J. & C. Allen, Nurserymen based in Norwich, England. Known for their comprehensive rose collections, Allen’s positioned themselves as expert planners and suppliers of both small and large-scale rose garden schemes.

The ad includes elegant floral border artwork and a charming vignette illustration of a formal rose garden, highlighting the timeless appeal of classic English horticulture.

This promotional piece emphasized:

• Free submission of garden plans and planting estimates

• Wide selection of rose varieties

• Complimentary illustrated catalogues

Perfect for collectors of historical gardening ephemera or fans of early 20th-century British rose culture.

• Date: 1926

• Source: National Rose Society Annual

• Size: Approximately 14 x 15 cm, mounted on black cardboard

• Artist: Not credited

• Publisher: A.J. & C. Allen, Nurserymen, Norwich

Condition Note:
This is an original vintage print nearly a century old. It may show expected signs of age such as slight paper toning, corner wear, or faint foxing. These are typical for prints of this age and enhance the authenticity of the piece.