Cartoonist Collection

Captain Bairnsfathers first meeting with Old Bill, WW1
This historic incident took place during the first battle of Ypres, but the Censor held stern views about battle pictures in those days

Design by Bruce Bairnsfather
Design by the famous World War I Bystander cartoonist, Bruce Bairnsfather for what looks like a club or restaurant menu or invitation

David Low, cartoonist
David Low (1891 - 1963), New Zealand born British political cartoonist. Drew cartoons for the Star and then Beaverbrooks Evening Standard

Liberal posters for the General Election, & their artists
A selection of Liberal party posters for the 1910 General Election, together with a photograph of Francis Carruthers Gould, caricaturist and political cartoonist, who The Sketch says

The Linesman Who Snored at Wimbledon
A linesman disrupts play at Wimbledon by letting out a loud snore mid-point. 1928

Bruce Bairnsfather merchandise
Selection of items featuring illustrations by the famous World War One cartoonist, Bruce Bairnsfather including a jigsaw with Bairnsfathers curmudgeonly soldier character Ole Bill grumbling

Mr James Gillray, from a portrait by himself, c1800. Artist: James Gillray
Mr James Gillray, from a portrait by himself, c1800. Self-portrait of British satirical cartoonist Gillray (1756-1815). Engraving after a miniature

5064 Gerrard by Cosmo Gordon Lennox and Robert Hale
5064 Gerrard revue by Cosmo Gordon Lennox and Robert Hale; music arranged by Willy Redestone. Artist Harold Smith. The revue was first produced at the Alhambra Theatre, Leicester Square

May / Phil / Vanity Fair 95
PHILIP WILLIAM MAY known as PHIL MAY English cartoonist Date: 1864 - 1903

Tintin and Snowy comic characters appearing on the former headquarters of Tintin publisher Le Lombard, close to the Gare du Midi, Brussels, Belgium

Portrait of Gustave Dore (1832-1883), French painter and cartoonist. Photography late 19th century
JEB4838988 Portrait of Gustave Dore (1832-1883), French painter and cartoonist. Photography late 19th century.; (add.info.: Portrait of Gustave Dore (1832-1883), French painter and cartoonist

Portrait of Jean Louis Forain (Jean-Louis Forain, 1852-1931), French painter, engraver and illustrator
JEB4838912 Portrait of Jean Louis Forain (Jean-Louis Forain, 1852-1931), French painter, engraver and illustrator, realist and impressionist

Albert Robida (1848-1926), French cartoonist, lithographer, aquafortiste, cartoonist, journalist and novelist
PCT4284549 Albert Robida (1848-1926), French cartoonist, lithographer, aquafortiste, cartoonist, journalist and novelist.; (add.info.: Albert Robida (1848-1926), French cartoonist, lithographer

Constantinople, Turkey, Boardroom Notre Dame de Sion: the drawing room with young girls drawing a plaster model
LUX4742081 Constantinople, Turkey, Boardroom Notre Dame de Sion: the drawing room with young girls drawing a plaster model, 1890 - Lycee Notre-Dame de Sion; (add.info.: Constantinople, Turkey)

Dr Syntax
3732555 Dr Syntax; (add.info.: Cartoon depicting Dr. Syntax, a comic character created by William Combe and the cartoonist Thomas Rowlandson, flirting with a milkmaid)

Dr Syntax
3732536 Dr Syntax; (add.info.: Cartoon depicting Dr. Syntax, a comic character created by William Combe and the cartoonist Thomas Rowlandson, flirting with a milkmaid)

Letter D: Drawers - Professions Alphabet, c.1900 (lithograph)
DUV4216525 Letter D: Drawers - Professions Alphabet, c.1900 (lithograph); 27x23.5 cm; (add.info.: Album containing a simplified reading method and an illustrated abecedary - Pont-a-Mousson Imaging)

Letter L Lithographer. Engraving in "Abecedaire des arts et metiers pour teaching a lire", 1886 (engraving)
DUV4205650 Letter L Lithographer. Engraving in "Abecedaire des arts et metiers pour teaching a lire", 1886 (engraving); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mainz, Joseph Scholz)

Drawing instruments including John Farey (1766-1826)'s elliptograph for drawing ellipses and Sir Howard Douglas
FLO4591904 Drawing instruments including John Farey (1766-1826)'s elliptograph for drawing ellipses and Sir Howard Douglas (1776-1861) reflecting protractor in the form of a sextant

Portrait of Montezuma II (Moctezumaii, 1466-1520), Aztec Emperor of Mexico, in gold crown and gorgette
FLO4605373 Portrait of Montezuma II (Moctezumaii, 1466-1520), Aztec Emperor of Mexico, in gold crown and gorgette, and of David Cusick (c.1780-c.1831), a Tuscarora Baptist preacher and author

A widower comforting his two daughters, 1850
3478137 A widower comforting his two daughters, 1850; (add.info.: Illustration depicting a widower comforting his children)

A widower comforting his two daughters, 1850
3478136 A widower comforting his two daughters, 1850; (add.info.: Illustration depicting a widower comforting his two daughters)

A male
3329982 A male; (add.info.: Illustration of a male by Joris Hoefnagel (1542-1601) a Flemish illustrator, painter, printmaker, miniaturist, draftsman and merchant

Thomas Nast
2623712 Thomas Nast; (add.info.: Photographic print of Thomas Nast (1840-1902) German-born American caricaturist and editorial cartoonist. Dated 1880.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

The catacombs of the pyramid of Giza (Egypt). Lithography for the book: " Galerie complete en tableaux fideles des
FLO4634830 The catacombs of the pyramid of Giza (Egypt). Lithography for the book: " Galerie complete en tableaux fideles des peuples d'Afrique" by Friedrich Wilhelm Goedsche (1785-1863)

Letter X as xylograph. Doll's alphabet. Imaging of Pont-a-Mousson by Louis Vagne, c.1900 (lithograph)
DUV4201872 Letter X as xylograph. Doll's alphabet. Imaging of Pont-a-Mousson by Louis Vagne, c.1900 (lithograph); 31.5x24.5 cm; Private Collection; Photo © Duvallon.

Italy Tuscany Florence - Sculpture by Benvenuto Cellini 1500-1571 - Sculptor, Founder, Drawer and Gold-Plated
JEB4947638 Italy Tuscany Florence - Sculpture by Benvenuto Cellini 1500-1571 - Sculptor, Founder, Drawer and Gold-Plated; (add.info)

Early atmospheric diving suit, 1850
3359186 Early atmospheric diving suit, 1850; (add.info.: Cartoon of early atmospheric diving suit. Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Portrait of Francois Marius Granet (1775-1849), French painter and cartoonist. Anonymous drawing. Arbaud Museum
JEB4855243 Portrait of Francois Marius Granet (1775-1849), French painter and cartoonist. Anonymous drawing. Arbaud Museum; (add.info.: Portrait of Francois Marius Granet (1775-1849)

Cartoon by Charles Samuel Keene, 1850
3478051 Cartoon by Charles Samuel Keene, 1850; (add.info.: Cartoon by Charles Samuel Keene (1823-1891) an English artist and illustrator. The cartoon depicts a drunken man and gentleman speaking

Cover of Les Hommes d'aujourd'hui, number 354,, illustration by Gil Baer (1859-1931)
ICA4842630 Cover of Les Hommes d'aujourd'hui, number 354,, illustration by Gil Baer (1859-1931): Caricaturists - Jules Habert-Dys (Habert Dys) (1850-1930) by Baer, Gil (Gilbaer)

Dr Syntax set upon by footpads
5307961 Dr Syntax set upon by footpads.; (add.info.: Illustration depicting Dr Syntax set upon by footpads. Dr Syntax is a comic character created by William Combe)

A cartoon commenting on the early days of the Co-operative movement, 19th century
5311010 A cartoon commenting on the early days of the Co-operative movement, 19th century; (add.info.: Date: 1871); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Illustration for "Abecedaire des arts et metiers pour teaching a lire", 1866 (engraving)
DUV4205640 Illustration for "Abecedaire des arts et metiers pour teaching a lire", 1866 (engraving); 21x17 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Letter K Kaleidoscope)

Painters and sculptors of Prehistory
JAB5037359 Painters and sculptors of Prehistory; (add.info.: Painters and sculptors of Prehistory); Photo ©Jaime Abecasis.

Italy Tuscany Florence - Sculpture by Benvenuto Cellini 1500-1571 - Sculptor, Founder, Drawer and Gold-Plated
JEB4947633 Italy Tuscany Florence - Sculpture by Benvenuto Cellini 1500-1571 - Sculptor, Founder, Drawer and Gold-Plated; (add.info)

Portrait of Gustave Dore (1832-1883), French painter and cartoonist. Photography late 19th century
JEB4836404 Portrait of Gustave Dore (1832-1883), French painter and cartoonist. Photography late 19th century.; (add.info.: Portrait of Gustave Dore (1832-1883), French painter and cartoonist

Portrait of Adolphe Leon Willette (1857-1926), French painter and cartoonist. Photography late 19th century
JEB4838735 Portrait of Adolphe Leon Willette (1857-1926), French painter and cartoonist. Photography late 19th century.; (add.info.: Portrait of Adolphe Leon Willette (1857-1926)

Hudibras visiting the lawyer
5616203 Hudibras visiting the lawyer; (add.info.: Illustration depicting Hudibras visiting the lawyer); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Art teaching, course in drawing classical sculptures at the Academy of Fine Arts of Philadelphia (USA)
NWI4961382 Art teaching, course in drawing classical sculptures at the Academy of Fine Arts of Philadelphia (USA), circa 1870 - Colorisee engraving 19th century

Diogene, 1867_9_14 - Illustration by Henri Meyer (1844-1899): Caricaturist cartoonists - Gill Andre (1840-1885)
ICA4896523 Diogene, 1867_9_14 - Illustration by Henri Meyer (1844-1899): Caricaturist cartoonists - Gill Andre (1840-1885); (add.info.: Diogene)

Portrait of John Collier (1708-1786) or Tim Bobbin, Lancashire caricaturist and poet 1708-1786
FLO4718292 Portrait of John Collier (1708-1786) or Tim Bobbin, Lancashire caricaturist and poet 1708-1786. Copperplate engraving after a satirical illustration by Timothy Bobbin from Human Passions

The little artist: illustration signed Montaut d'Oloron (detail) of a book of edifying readings of the 19th century
PCT4284251 The little artist: illustration signed Montaut d'Oloron (detail) of a book of edifying readings of the 19th century: " Who gives the poor ready to God"" by Leon Guerin

An academic writing his Magnus opus, 1850
3330983 An academic writing his Magnus opus, 1850; (add.info.: Cartoon depicting an academic writing his Magnus opus by Albert Robida (1848-1926) a French illustrator, etcher, lithographer

A maid speaking with the elderly owner of the house, 1850
3359492 A maid speaking with the elderly owner of the house, 1850; (add.info.: Illustration of a maid speaking with the elderly owner of the house. Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Mr Punch and his dog Toby, 1850
3359486 Mr Punch and his dog Toby, 1850; (add.info.: Cartoon of Mr Punch and his dog Toby in a museum of inventions which has been made obsolete by the rapid advance of inventions)

Gravure d'hommage a Grandville en ouverture de Mery's book " Les Etoiles"
PCT4261527 Gravure d'hommage a Grandville en ouverture de Mery's book " Les Etoiles", published after the death of the illustrator, Editions Gonet

A biological engineer, 1850
3330988 A biological engineer, 1850; (add.info.: Cartoon depicting a biological engineer by Albert Robida (1848-1926) a French illustrator, etcher, lithographer, caricaturist, and novelist

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"Capturing the Essence of Humor: The World of Cartoonists" In the realm of artistry and wit, cartoonists have left an indelible mark on our culture. One such iconic meeting took place during World War I when Captain Bairnsfather encountered Old Bill, a character that would become beloved by millions. Designed by Bruce Bairnsfather himself, this meeting sparked a legacy that continues to resonate today. Beyond wartime humor, cartoonists have played pivotal roles in shaping political landscapes. From liberal posters for General Elections to their talented artists behind them, these cartoons became powerful tools for social commentary. David Low stands out as one such influential figure whose sharp pen brought forth biting satire and incisive critiques. The impact of cartoonists extends beyond their drawings alone; it transcends into merchandise that captures the essence of their creations. Bruce Bairnsfather's work has inspired a range of collectibles and memorabilia that allow fans to cherish his timeless humor. Looking back through history, we encounter pioneers like Mr James Gillray who revolutionized caricature with his self-portrait from c1800. His artistic prowess paved the way for future generations to explore new realms within this expressive medium. Cartoonists continue to leave their mark on contemporary society as well. Cosmo Gordon Lennox and Robert Hale's collaboration on "5064 Gerrard" showcases how modern-day artists push boundaries while staying true to tradition. May/Phil/Vanity Fair '95 brings us another example where vibrant illustrations captivate audiences with their charm and whimsy. Even comic characters find themselves immortalized through cartoons – Tintin and Snowy grace the former headquarters of Tintin publisher Abel Faivre in a delightful display of visual storytelling at its finest. As we delve deeper into the world of artistry, we discover diverse talents like Caran d'Ache whose portrait paintings capture emotions with remarkable precision – each stroke revealing hidden depths within his subjects.