Guttersnipes Collection

Illustration for Phil Mays Gutter-Snipes (lithograph)
3098217 Illustration for Phil Mays Gutter-Snipes (lithograph) by May, Phil (1864-1903); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustration for Phil Mays Gutter-Snipes (Leadenhall Press, 1896)

Illustration for Phil Mays Gutter-Snipes (lithograph)
3098204 Illustration for Phil Mays Gutter-Snipes (lithograph) by May, Phil (1864-1903); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustration for Phil Mays Gutter-Snipes (Leadenhall Press, 1896)

Illustration for Phil Mays Gutter-Snipes (lithograph)
3098245 Illustration for Phil Mays Gutter-Snipes (lithograph) by May, Phil (1864-1903); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustration for Phil Mays Gutter-Snipes (Leadenhall Press, 1896)

Illustration for Phil Mays Gutter-Snipes (lithograph)
3098207 Illustration for Phil Mays Gutter-Snipes (lithograph) by May, Phil (1864-1903); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustration for Phil Mays Gutter-Snipes (Leadenhall Press, 1896)

"Foreign Devils"in a Street in Peking, a Salute from Guttersnipes (litho)
1040362 " Foreign Devils" in a Street in Peking, a Salute from Guttersnipes (litho) by Haenen, Frederic de (1853-1928); Private Collection; (add.info)

Illustration for Phil Mays Gutter-Snipes (lithograph)
3098252 Illustration for Phil Mays Gutter-Snipes (lithograph) by May, Phil (1864-1903); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustration for Phil Mays Gutter-Snipes (Leadenhall Press, 1896)

Illustration for Phil Mays Gutter-Snipes (lithograph)
3098249 Illustration for Phil Mays Gutter-Snipes (lithograph) by May, Phil (1864-1903); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustration for Phil Mays Gutter-Snipes (Leadenhall Press, 1896)

Illustration for Phil Mays Gutter-Snipes (lithograph)
3098220 Illustration for Phil Mays Gutter-Snipes (lithograph) by May, Phil (1864-1903); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustration for Phil Mays Gutter-Snipes (Leadenhall Press, 1896)

Illustration for Phil Mays Gutter-Snipes (lithograph)
3098241 Illustration for Phil Mays Gutter-Snipes (lithograph) by May, Phil (1864-1903); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustration for Phil Mays Gutter-Snipes (Leadenhall Press, 1896)

Illustration for Phil Mays Gutter-Snipes (lithograph)
3098242 Illustration for Phil Mays Gutter-Snipes (lithograph) by May, Phil (1864-1903); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustration for Phil Mays Gutter-Snipes (Leadenhall Press, 1896)

Illustration for Phil Mays Gutter-Snipes (lithograph)
3098203 Illustration for Phil Mays Gutter-Snipes (lithograph) by May, Phil (1864-1903); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustration for Phil Mays Gutter-Snipes (Leadenhall Press, 1896)

Illustration for Phil Mays Gutter-Snipes (lithograph)
3098216 Illustration for Phil Mays Gutter-Snipes (lithograph) by May, Phil (1864-1903); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustration for Phil Mays Gutter-Snipes (Leadenhall Press, 1896)

Illustration for Phil Mays Gutter-Snipes (lithograph)
3098214 Illustration for Phil Mays Gutter-Snipes (lithograph) by May, Phil (1864-1903); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustration for Phil Mays Gutter-Snipes (Leadenhall Press, 1896)

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The captivating lithographs by Phil May titled "Gutter-Snipes" offer a vivid glimpse into the lives of street urchins in the late 19th century. These illustrations, with their intricate details and expressive characters, transport us to a world where poverty and resilience coexist. In one lithograph, we see a group of mischievous gutter-snipes huddled together, their faces etched with determination as they navigate the bustling streets. Their tattered clothing and dirt-streaked faces tell tales of hardship and survival. Yet, amidst their struggles, there is an undeniable sense of camaraderie that binds them together. Another illustration takes us far away from London's grimy alleys to the exotic streets of Peking. Here, these same gutter-snipes find themselves in awe of foreign devils passing through their neighborhood. With wide-eyed wonderment mixed with mischief-filled grins, they salute these unfamiliar visitors who seem worlds apart from their own reality. Phil May's attention to detail brings each character to life - from the cheeky glint in their eyes to the playful tilt of their hats. Through his artistry, he captures not only the physical appearance but also the spirit and resilience that define these young guttersnipes. These lithographs serve as a poignant reminder that even within society's margins exist stories waiting to be heard. The guttersnipes may have been overlooked or dismissed by many during this era; however, May's illustrations give them voice and agency on paper. As we observe these scenes frozen in time through Phil May's skilled handiwork, we are reminded that behind every face lies a story worth exploring – stories filled with dreams yet unfulfilled but brimming with hope for brighter days ahead.