Sports & Leisure · 19th century
€ 360
One of a kind: this is the sheet in the photographs. Ships from Langweer, the Netherlands.
condition with soft age toning.
Victorian Turf Authority – Vanity Fair Men of the Day No. 7, 1870
Issued May 21, 1870, this Vanity Fair print portrays a leading authority of the racing world, subtitled “The purist of the Turf.” The casual stance, cigar, and hat convey confidence and insider status within Victorian sporting society.
Sporting-related Vanity Fair portraits consistently perform well with collectors due to their crossover appeal.
Condition: Good condition with light age toning.
Framing tips: A warm cream mat with a dark oak or walnut frame complements the sporting theme.
Technique: Chromolithograph
Maker: Vanity Fair (after Ape), London, 1870
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