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Victorian Moral Reformer – Vanity Fair Statesmen No. 69, 1870

$407.25
£304.63
€340
CA$561.18
A$616.87
CHF 323.85
MX$7,335.03
NOK 4,159.02
SEK 3,788.42
DKK 2,591.15

About the Item

Victorian Moral Reformer – Vanity Fair Statesmen No. 69, 1870 Published November 12, 1870, this Vanity Fair caricature portrays a statesman associated with moral reform, subtitled “One who has given more than others over ‘The Sinfulness of Little Sins’.” The elongated profile and slightly admonishing posture reinforce the satirical theme. Narrative-driven portraits such as this appeal strongly to collectors interested in Victorian social and religious debate. Condition: Good condition with light age toning. Framing tips: An off-white mat with a dark mahogany or antique black frame suits the sober moral tone. 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-14156-241stDibs: LU3054348008192

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