Description: It is hard to escape the legacy of the Punch Magazine. From 1841 to 2002, the magazine cast a satirical eye on life in Britain. It charted the interests, concerns and frustrations of the country and today it stands as an invaluable resource not just as cartoon art and satire, but as primary source material for social historians. Illustrator: Arthur WattsAbsent-minded Salesman. "Yes, sir, unique little piece. We sell a lot of them." Full size: 8 X 10 1/2 inches, including margins; image shown is slightly cropped. Source: PUNCH Magazine, December 17, 1930. Condition: still bright paper, clean, backside has unrelated print; vintage, not a modern reproduction.I have other hard-to-find original Punch cartoon illustrations for sale. Combine orders with no extra shipping fees.----------------------------------------------------- In its formative years Punch combined humour, illustration and political debate with a fresh and radical audacity. During its heyday in the late 1800s, it reflected the conservative views of the growing middle-classes and copies of it could be found in the libraries of diplomats, cabinet ministers and even royalty. In the Western world, Punch played a significant role in the development of satire. In the world of illustration, it practically revolutionized it. From 1841 to 1992, Punch was the world's most celebrated magazine of wit and satire. From its early years as a campaigner for social justice to its transformation into national icon, Punch played a central role in the formation of British identity -- and how the rest of the world saw the British nation.----------------------------------------------------------------------------------Questions welcome. Extra images can be added by request. International shipping available. All orders are carefully packaged for safe delivery. Experienced full time professional bookseller since 1994; print, map and poster seller since 2000.
Price: 9.95 USD
Location: Milton, Vermont
End Time: 2024-05-22T21:52:45.000Z
Shipping Cost: 5.95 USD
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Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Seller
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Style: Cartoon
Date of Creation: 1930
Width (Inches): 8 inches
Color: Black and White
Subject: Antiques
Original/Licensed Reprint: Vintage
Height (Inches): 10 1/2 inches
Artist: Arthur Watts
Type: Print
