Sports & Leisure · 20th century
€ 220
One of a kind: this is the sheet in the photographs. Ships from Langweer, the Netherlands.
given age. General age-related toning and/or occasional minor defects from handling. One small brown spot. Please study scans carefully.
Antique Vanity Fair Print 'A Judge' Rev. Cecil Legard – 1901 Dog Show Judge
This is an original Vanity Fair lithograph dated July 11, 1901, featuring Rev. Cecil Legard, depicted as "A Judge." Illustrated by "CB" (the pseudonym of caricaturist Carlo Pellegrini), this print showcases Rev. Legard, a member of the clergy and a distinguished dog show judge, standing with a hunting dog at his side. He is dressed in formal attire, complete with a top hat and cane, embodying the elegance and authority of the role he played in both his ecclesiastical duties and as a dog show judge.
Published by Vincent Brooks, Day & Son Ltd., this Vanity Fair caricature offers a charming glimpse into the social prominence of dog judging at the turn of the 20th century. Rev. Legard's distinguished career in this field is reflected in his composed stance and the loyal hound beside him.
This lithograph is ideal for collectors of Vanity Fair prints, enthusiasts of historical dog shows, or anyone with an appreciation for Victorian and Edwardian-era caricatures. It makes a unique and stylish addition to any vintage art collection or interior decor.
