Weightlifter - Vintage Matchbox Label

Russia manufacturer · 2026-05-03T02:37:11Z

Vintage matchbox label artwork, restored and digitised from mid-20th century commercial printing. Origin: Russia, circa 1940s. Russian matchbox labels span both the late Tsarist and Soviet periods, covering a wide range of subjects from commercial advertising to state propaganda and natural history. Illustration of a weightlifter performing a lift. Red and black tones. Propaganda Style design. Matchbox labels (phillumeny) from Eastern Europe are sought by collectors for their bold graphic design and as a historical record of mid-century commercial printing. This label features sport imagery typical of the period. View item on our website: matchboxposters.com Part of the MatchboxPosters vintage matchbox label collection.