Antique Set of 10 Vanity Fair Lithograph Prints — Framed, C. 1890–1905

Details

Description

A rare, distinguished and highly collectible set of ten original Vanity Fair lithograph caricature prints, dating from approximately 1890–1905. These … Read more A rare, distinguished and highly collectible set of ten original Vanity Fair lithograph caricature prints, dating from approximately 1890–1905. These iconic prints were published in Vanity Fair magazine and feature celebrated Victorian and Edwardian personalities—politicians, sportsmen, aristocrats, and cultural figures—captured with wit and elegance by the magazine’s famed illustrators such as “Spy” (Leslie Ward) and “Ape” (Carlo Pellegrini).

Presented as a cohesive gallery wall, each print is professionally matted in deep green matboard and housed in a matching copper-bronze wooden frame. The frames are sturdy and ready to hang; some show minor wear consistent with age, adding to the vintage charm.

Subjects include a mix of sporting figures (polo, golf, boxing), statesmen, and society gentlemen, making this a striking and handsome ensemble for a study, library, office, or traditional interior.

Period: Late 19th–Early 20th Century
Style: Traditional / English / Gentleman’s Club / Library
Materials: Lithograph on paper, wood frames, glass
Origin: United Kingdom

Complete sets of Vanity Fair prints are becoming increasingly difficult to source, especially in matching frames and cohesive presentation. This grouping offers timeless British character, subtle humor, and instant sophistication—perfect for collectors or decorators seeking a classic, masculine, and scholarly aesthetic. See less