Dec20 Collection

Double page spread in The Sphere showing British warriors lined up waiting before the Battle of Agincourt. The original watercolour by John Hassall

Gorgeous art nouveau illustration of a woman representing winter. Date: 1895

The Germ, the magazine founded by the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood in 1850 at the beginning of the movement. The Germ was a magazine established in 1850 at the beginning of the Pre-Raphaelite movement

R. I. Historical costume ball by John Hassall
Scenes from the historical costume ball of the Royal Institute of Painters in Watercolour, with the various history-themed entertainments, devised by Master of Ceremonies, John Hassall

Follies poster by John Hassall
Poster by John Hassall for Harry Pelissiers entertainment troupe, The Follies, showing the audience rushing for the exit. This rather contrary approach by Hassall turned out to be incredibly popular

A cast member of the Albert de Courville revue, Shell Out at the Comedy Theatre, dressed as the Savage Club, one of a number of costumes representing various London clubs for a particular scene

Taking his word for it by John Hassall, motoring fashions
" Come and let me introduce you to Lady Diana. Prettiest girl in London, old chap@. A satire on Edwardian motoring fashions from the drawing board of John Hassall

Artist: "And I suppose you d like some artistic lettering on it
Artist: " And I suppose you d like some artistic lettering on it?" Business Manager & Philistone: " No, legible please." A commercial artist visits the office of a client

Scenes at Niagara skating rink in London during a visit by King Edward VII and Queen Alexandra. Pictured are the famous British skating couple, Edgar and Madge Syers, as well as Mr. H

Gathering sticks in the New Forest. Date: 1903

The Visitor: "Its not meant to be comic is it?"An artist
The Visitor: " Its not meant to be comic is it?" An artist, better-known for his humorous cartoons in the weekly illustrated periodicals

The cast of Don t Listen, Ladies, written by Sacha Guitry, and staged at the St. Jamess Theatre in London in 1948, caricatured by Tom Tit in The Tatler

London - Plymouth - New York. The Route That Cuts Off The Corner. Trains are faster than ships. Embark at Plymouth, the nearest Ocean Port to New York

New York in less than 6 days. French Line advert. Date: 1928

An old printer sits in an armchair contemplating the fact that modernisation has made him redundant. An appropriate illustration for Printers Pie which was a charitable magazine published by The

Front cover of Printers Pie magazine illustrated by John Hassall showing Simple Simon rummaging in his pocket for money to give ye Pieman except in this case, the Pie is the magazine

Advertising insert for the newly opened Selfridges department store on Oxford Street, placed in Printers Pie magazine for that year. Date: 1909

Front cover of Printers Pie, 1908, illustrated by John Hassall, featuring a shopkeeper in the doorway of Ye Pie Shop, the same that was featured on the cover of the previous years magazine

Front cover of Printers Pie, 1914 with a cover illustration by John Hassall showing a oe of his typical medieval or Elizabethan characters visiting a baker for a very large pie

Front cover of Printers Pie magazine, 1907, designed by John Hassall, with a shopkeeper standing in the doorway of Ye Pie Shop, surrounded by encouraging advertising boards

Front cover of Printers Pie magazine for 1915 featuring an elderly gentleman reading a copy at a book stall. Printers Pie was published by The Sphere and Tatler in aid of printers charities

Advertisement or advertorial for Onoto safety pens in Printers Pie magazine, featuring an illustration of the many contributors to the magazine reading a copy

Front cover of Printers Pie magazine for 1911, illustrated by John Hassall and featuring one of his typical medieval characters chasing after a dog

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"Step into the enchanting world of Dec20: A Journey through Time" Immerse yourself in the mesmerizing beauty of art nouveau as you behold a stunning illustration from 1895. This captivating portrayal of a woman, representing winter, will transport you to an era filled with elegance and grace. Join us at the R. I. Historical Costume Ball by John Hassall, where history comes alive through elaborate costumes and intricate details. Experience the magic as you dance among guests adorned in period attire, reliving moments from days gone by. Indulge your senses with the Follies poster by John Hassall, a visual feast that promises excitement and entertainment beyond compare. Let this artwork ignite your imagination and whisk you away to a world of glamour and spectacle. Witness the talent on stage as a cast member from Albert de Courville's revue "Shell Out" takes center stage at the Comedy Theatre. Be captivated by their performance, showcasing skillful artistry combined with infectious energy. Transport yourself back in time with The Sphere's double-page spread featuring British warriors lined up before battle. Feel their determination and bravery radiate off the page as they await their destiny on foreign soil. Embark on an adventure through motoring fashions with "Taking his word for it" by John Hassall. Marvel at how fashion evolves over time while appreciating artistic lettering that adds an extra touch of creativity to this masterpiece. Experience joyous scenes at Niagara skating rink during King Edward VII's visit to London. Picture yourself gliding effortlessly across ice amidst laughter and merriment, feeling like royalty in this wintery wonderland. Escape into nature's embrace as you witness people gathering sticks in New Forest during 1903. Connect with simpler times when life was intertwined with natural resources, reminding us of our deep-rooted connection to Mother Earth. Discover thought-provoking artistry as "The Visitor" questions the intention behind a piece.