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Authentic Antique Ginebra San Miguel Gin Label - Pre-1924 Destilerias Ayala Manila Rare Fernando Amorsolo Design
For sale is an exceptionally rare, authentic original pre-WWII paper strip label for Ginebra San Miguel gin.This specific piece is a highly sought-after holy grail for collectors of Filipiniana, vintage advertising ephemera, and fine art history. Unlike the common post-war reproductions and La Tondeña variants widely found today, this label bears the original "Destilerias Ayala Inc. - Manila, P.I." branding. This detail dates the printing strictly between 1917 and June 1924, when the Ayala family sold the distillery.
Historical & Art Significance:• Designer: Features the iconic artwork commissioned directly from legendary Philippine National Artist Fernando Amorsolo in 1917.•
Art Details: Displays the early, original color scheme featuring St. Michael standing over a dark/blue-skinned demon, rather than the later all-red demon revision.•
Volume Markings: Reads "LITS. 1,400" at the bottom footer.
The label is in excellent antique condition. The color registration remains incredibly crisp and vivid. The paper is flat, stable, and shows none of the heavy tropical foxing or water damage common for paper items of this age. Please see high-resolution photos for exact edge conditions.
