Doodling Collection

Love Doctor (L amour medecin), ca. 1730-50. Creator: C. Mathey
Love Doctor (L amour medecin), ca. 1730-50

The Greeting on the three of spades, 1910. Creator: Unknown
" The Greeting" on the three of spades, 1910. Transformation playing card with people drawn around the spades: a photographer points his camera at a man offering a bunch of flowers to a

The Prosperous Baker on the five of clubs, 1910. Creator: A Hogg
" The Prosperous Baker" on the five of clubs, 1910. Transformation playing card with a baker carrying buns drawn around the clubs

The Wininng Card on the ace of diamonds, 1910. Creator: W Heath Robinson
" The Wininng Card" on the ace of diamonds, 1910. Transformation playing card with the diamond featuring as a large patch on the much-mended coat of a card-player

The waiting virgin, from the three of hearts, 1910. Creator: John Hassall
" The waiting virgin", from the three of hearts, 1910. Transformation playing card with a woman in a large hat drawn around the hearts

The two of diamonds as a basis for a comic minstrel, 1910. Creator: A Hogg
The two of diamonds as a basis for a comic minstrel, 1910. Transformation playing card with a man in a tall hat drawn around the diamonds

Three weird cranes formed out of the three of hearts, 1910. Creator: Starr Wood
Three weird cranes formed out of the three of hearts, 1910. Transformation playing card birds drawn around the hearts. Creating playing card Squiggles, or Squiggling

The corpulent Chanticleer, from the ace of hearts, 1910
" The corpulent Chanticleer, " from the ace of hearts, 1910. Transformation playing card with the heart forming the body of Chanticleer

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Doodling, an art form that transcends time and space, has been a beloved pastime for centuries. From the intricate drawings produced under the influence of hashish to the whimsical creations found on playing cards, doodles have always held a special place in our hearts. In "Love Doctor (L'amour medecin), " created by C. Mathey between 1730-50, we see the power come to life. With pen and ink on paper, this masterpiece captures the essence of love and romance in its simplest form. The delicate lines intertwine effortlessly, creating a visual symphony that speaks directly to our souls. Moving forward in time to 1910, we encounter a series of playing card doodles that showcase both creativity and humor. "The Greeting on the three of spades, " with its unknown creator, invites us into a world where even mundane objects can become sources of amusement. A simple greeting transforms into an artistic expression that brings joy to all who lay eyes upon it. "The Prosperous Baker on the five of clubs" by A Hogg takes us into a realm where imagination knows no bounds. This delightful creation transports us to a bakery filled with delectable treats and happy customers. Through doodling alone, we are able to experience the warmth and satisfaction that comes from indulging in life's simple pleasures. As we delve deeper into this captivating world of doodles from 1910s England, W Heath Robinson's "The Winning Card on the ace of diamonds" catches our attention with its intricate details and clever design. It reminds us that even in games of chance like cards, there is room for creativity and innovation. John Hassall's "The Waiting Virgin, " featuring prominently on the three of hearts during this era showcases his talent for capturing emotions through mere strokes of his pen. In this piece specifically designed for playing cards but elevated beyond their intended purpose, we witness the anticipation and longing of a young woman waiting for her beloved.