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Stooped Victorian Philosopher – Vanity Fair Men of the Day No. 12, 1870
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About the Item
Stooped Victorian Philosopher – Vanity Fair Men of the Day No. 12, 1870
This original chromolithograph was published in Vanity Fair on October 22, 1870, as Men of the Day No. 12. Captioned “The Diogenes of the Modern Corinthians without his Tub,” the portrait presents an elderly intellectual figure rendered with dry wit and philosophical irony. The exaggerated stoop and penetrating gaze recall classical references while firmly situating the subject in Victorian society.
Such early Vanity Fair portraits are valued for their literary allusions and subtle satire, appealing both to collectors of 19th-century culture and to interior designers seeking characterful historical imagery.
Condition: Good original condition with light age toning.
Framing tips:
An ivory or soft parchment mat paired with a dark walnut or black-stained frame emphasizes the contemplative character.
Technique: Chromolithograph
Maker: Vanity Fair (after Ape), London, 1870
Keywords: Vanity Fair caricature, Victorian caricature print, Men of the Day, Statesmen series, Ape cartoon, 19th century British satire, antique political caricature, Victorian portrait print, chromolithograph Vanity Fair, British statesman caricature, Victorian society portrait, antique magazine illustration, historical caricature art, London Vanity Fair print, library wall decor, gentleman portrait antique
- Dimensions:Height: 13.98 in (35.5 cm)Width: 8.71 in (22.1 cm)Depth: 0.01 in (0.2 mm)
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- Date of Manufacture:1870
- Condition:Condition: Good condition with soft age toning.
- Seller Location:Langweer, NL
- Reference Number:Seller: BG-14156-211stDibs: LU3054348007862
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