CHURCHMAN'S (W.A & A.C) - STARS OF VARIETY - ORIGINAL ARTWORK

Churchman's (W.A & A.C), Cigarettes - Stars Of Variety (unproduced series c1946) - Original Artwork - Max Miller - an original over-painted photograph artwork, completed by artists at Mardon, Son & Hall for production of the cigarette card series. Accompanied by a letter from Miller giving his approval of a sketch for use in the series and requesting '...I should like a larger one for display outside the theatre.' Artwork size: 8.5x4.5", approx. Thomas Henry Sargent (1894 – 1963), known professionally by his stage name Max Miller and billed as The Cheeky Chappie, was an English comedian often considered the greatest stand-up of his generation. He came from humble beginnings and left school at the age of twelve. At the outbreak of the First World War, he volunteered for the army. During his time in the forces, he started a troupe concert party. On leaving the army, he took up work as a light comedian, dancer, and singer. He toured extensively, appearing in variety, revues and by the early 1930s reached the top of the bill in the large music halls including the London Palladium.