Antique Vanity Fair Print 'Charlie' Lord Carrington – 1874
€ 220
Original antique · The actual sheet photographed · Certificate of authenticity on request · Sold unframed · Worldwide shipping from € 15 (rates)
Date
1874
Sheet size
39.5 × 26.5 cm (15.6 × 10.4 in)
Condition
Good
Reference
BG-13102-20
What the condition grades mean
Excellent
Bright and clean, with no faults worth mentioning.
Very good
Only light signs of age, such as faint toning.
Good
Normal signs of age for a sheet of this period: toning, some foxing, small marks or neat old repairs.
Fair
Clear faults such as staining, tears or repairs, priced to match.
Every fault we see is written in the condition note, and the whole sheet is shown uncropped in the photos.
Condition
Given age. General age-related toning and/or occasional minor defects from handling. Please study scans carefully.
About this sheet
Antique Vanity Fair Print 'Charlie' Lord Carrington – 1874
This is an original Vanity Fair lithograph dated February 7, 1874, titled "Charlie," featuring Lord Carrington. Illustrated by Leslie Ward, known by his signature "Spy," this caricature shows Lord Carrington in a relaxed pose, holding the reins while seated on a coach. Dressed in formal riding attire, including a top hat and riding boots, Lord Carrington exudes the charm and aristocratic elegance associated with the British nobility of the era.
Published by Vincent Brooks, Day & Son Ltd., this Vanity Fair print captures the spirit of the Victorian upper class, highlighting their leisure pursuits such as carriage driving. Carrington, a nobleman and politician, was a familiar figure in both society and politics, making this print not only a piece of art but also a slice of 19th-century British history.
This lithograph is ideal for collectors of Vanity Fair caricatures, equestrian enthusiasts, or those interested in British aristocracy. It serves as a decorative piece rich with historical significance and visual appeal, perfect for those who appreciate vintage prints and the elegance of the Victorian period.
