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Victorian Statesman with Top Hat – Vanity Fair Statesmen Series, 1870

€ 360

One of a kind: this is the sheet in the photographs. Ships from Langweer, the Netherlands.

Date
1870
Sheet size
35.5 × 22.1 cm (14.0 × 8.7 in)
Condition
Good
Reference
BG-14156-2

Condition

condition with mild, even age toning.

About this sheet

Published December 24, 1870, this original Vanity Fair chromolithograph belongs to the celebrated “Statesmen” series. The sitter is shown in profile, emphasizing formality, restraint, and social hierarchy — key elements of Victorian political identity.

The clarity of line and limited color palette give the image a timeless graphic strength, making it especially suitable for both classic and modern interiors. Early Statesmen prints are increasingly appreciated for their understated satire and historical value.

Condition: Good condition with mild, even age toning.

Framing tips: Use a pale cream mat with a slim dark brown or ebonized frame. Avoid heavy ornamentation to preserve the clean silhouette.

Technique: Chromolithograph
Maker: Vanity Fair (after Ape), London, 1870

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Victorian Statesman with Top Hat – Vanity Fair Statesmen Series, 1870
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1870 · Ref. BG-14156-2 · € 360
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