Bearded Victorian Statesman Seated – Vanity Fair Statesmen, 1870

€ 390

Original antique · The actual sheet photographed · Certificate of authenticity on request · Sold unframed · Worldwide shipping from € 15 (rates)

Date: 1870
Mapmaker / artist: Vanity Fair (after Ape), London, 1870
Technique: Chromolithograph
Sheet size: 35.5 × 22.1 cm (14.0 × 8.7 in)
Condition: Good
Reference: BG-14156-3

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

Original condition with gentle age toning.

About this sheet

This original Vanity Fair portrait was issued on July 2, 1870. Unlike many standing profile caricatures, this seated composition creates a sense of authority and introspection. The prominent beard and relaxed posture give the image strong visual presence.

Such seated portraits are particularly desirable, as they offer greater compositional depth and decorative balance. This example is well suited for display as a focal piece within a library or study.

Framing tips: A soft beige or stone-colored mat combined with a medium walnut frame highlights the warmth of the beard and clothing tones.