Gibson Girls Antique 1900’s Wall Art Man Flirting With Mermaid Relationship

Description: Eye catching antique print from The Gibson Book II. It’s printed on two sides and both are pictured so you can choose which one to frame. Printed in 1907 with sketches from various copyright dates. It measures 11" x 16.75" and is printed on a nicely yellowed paper. It's in pretty good shape for being over 100 years old. No water damage. Please view and zoom pictures for condition as it has expected wear. For reference - I included pictures of the cover, title and acknowledgment pages from the book this print came from. These are not included with purchase. Page will be removed from the book at time of purchase. History of Charles Dana Gibson courtesy Wikipedia (September 14, 1867 ? December 23, 1944) was an American graphic artist. He was best known for his creation of the Gibson Girl, an iconic representation of the beautiful and independent American woman at the turn of the 20th century. His wife, Irene Langhorne, and her four sisters inspired his images. He published his illustrations in Life magazine and other major national publications for more than 30 years, becoming editor in 1918 and later owner of the general interest magazine.Peddling his pen-and-ink sketches, Gibson sold his first work in 1886 to Life magazine, founded by John Ames Mitchell and Andrew Miller. It featured general interest articles, humor, illustrations, and cartoons. His works appeared weekly in the popular national magazine for more than 30 years. He quickly built a wider reputation, with his drawings being featured in all the major New York publications, including Harper's Weekly, Scribners and Collier's. His illustrated books include the 1898 editions of Anthony Hope's The Prisoner of Zenda and its sequel Rupert of Hentzau as well as Richard Harding Davis' Gallegher and Other Stories His development of the "Gibson Girl" from 1890 and her nationwide fame brought Gibson respect and wealth. In 1895, he married Irene Langhorne, born in Danville, Virginia. One of her four sisters was Nancy Astor (Lady Astor), the first woman to serve as a Member of Parliament in the British House of Commons. His wife and her elegant Langhorne sisters also inspired his famous Gibson Girls, who became iconic images in early 20th-century society. Their dynamic and resourceful father Chiswell Langhorne had his wealth severely reduced by the Civil War, but by the late 19th century, he had rebuilt his fortune on tobacco auctioneering and the railroad industry. After the death of John Ames Mitchell in 1918, Gibson became editor of Life and later took over as owner of the magazine. As the popularity of the Gibson Girl faded after World War I, Gibson took to working in oils for his own pleasure. In 1918, he was elected into the National Academy of Design as an Associate member and became a full Academician in 1932.

Price: 27.99 USD

Location: Galesville, Wisconsin

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