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Authentic Antique prints by Charles Dana Gibson

Original lithographs over 100 years old, we do NOT sell modern reproductions.

The prints below are from various sources published by Collier's and Life between approximately 1894 and 1908.

Charles Dana Gibson (September 14, 1867 - December 23, 1944), was an American graphic artist, best known for his creation of the Gibson Girl, an iconic representation of the beautiful and independent American woman at the turn of the 20th century.

From the start, Gibson's interests were in portraying the social set rather than political figures, and his audience enjoyed the manner in which he poked fun at high society characters with their idiosyncrasies. His monthly salary started at $33, rising each month to $185 in the third month. His value to Life was clearly tangible to both publisher and illustrator from the first drawing, for his work caused circulation to increase. At the same time, he also sold his illustrations to Tid-Bits, later re-named Time magazine. By 1890, Gibson was illustrating articles for Scribner's, Century, and Harper's.

Gibson Girl

Charles Dana Gibson's signature

In 1890, he started drawing 'The Gibson Girl' and later featured her in his first full independent portfolio in 1894. Undoubtedly, Irene Langhorne Gibson, his wife, was the model for 'The Gibson Girl', and her granddaughter looks just like her. There have been other theories to the contrary but they are highly unlikely. In 1904, Robert Collier and Condé Nast tried to sign Gibson to their magazine team at Collier's Weekly, just as they had done with Pyle, Remington and Parrish. Gibson refused due to his loyalty to Life, but they compromised and agreed to a sharing relationship with Life, with a contract of $100,000 for 100 illustrations over a four-year period.

Source: National Museum of American Illustration

 

AB Frost
Charles Dana Gibson (1867-1944)

Click on the thumbnail images below to see an enlargement. The Darvill's digital watermark does not appear on the actual antique print.

In one of our most respectable clubs, the morning after the big fight.
Ref-91, SIDE A

In one of our most respectable clubs, the morning after the big fight.
A description of the event by an eye-witness.

From various sources published by Collier's and Life (circa 1894-1908)
Sheet size: approx. 17.125 x 11.125 inches
printed on both sides of the paper, see print to the right for opposite side
mild edge/corner wear, minor foxing possible, see enlargement for condition

Was that you that I kissed last night in the conservatory?
Ref-91, SIDE B

He: 'Was that you I kissed in the conservatory last night?'
'About what time was it?'

From various sources published by Collier's and Life (circa 1894-1908)
Sheet size: approx. 17.125 x 11.125 inches
printed on both sides of the paper, see print to the left for opposite side
mild edge/corner wear, minor foxing possible, see enlargement for condition

Married at last
Ref-92, SIDE A

Married at last.
Dedicated to those who believe in long engagements.

From various sources published by Collier's and Life (circa 1894-1908)
Sheet size: approx. 17.125 x 11.125 inches
printed on both sides of the paper, see print to the left for opposite side
mild edge/corner wear, minor foxing possible, see enlargement for condition

In the country.
Ref-92, SIDE B

In the country.
Gabberly: 'Since I bought my place here, property in the neighborhood has depreciated terribly.'
'That's natural.'

'My wife tells me, sire, that you have been making love to her.'
'That's just like a woman, to discuss our private affairs. It will be in the papers next.'

From various sources published by Collier's and Life (circa 1894-1908)
Sheet size: approx. 17.125 x 11.125 inches
printed on both sides of the paper, see print to the left for opposite side
mild edge/corner wear, minor foxing possible, see enlargement for condition

$35

ABOVE 2 PRINTS, PRINTED ON BOTH SIDES OF ONE PIECE OF PAPER

And so you won't let me be yours
Ref-93, SIDE A

He: 'And so you won't let me be yours.'

From various sources published by Collier's and Life (circa 1894-1908)
Sheet size: approx. 17.125 x 11.125 inches
printed on both sides of the paper, see print to the left for opposite side
mild edge/corner wear, minor foxing possible, see enlargement for condition

Called out.
Ref-93, SIDE B

Called out.
A possibility of the future when society shall have become more unionized.

From various sources published by Collier's and Life (circa 1894-1908)
Sheet size: approx. 17.125 x 11.125 inches
printed on both sides of the paper, see print to the left for opposite side
mild edge/corner wear, minor foxing possible, see enlargement for condition

$30

ABOVE 2 PRINTS, PRINTED ON BOTH SIDES OF ONE PIECE OF PAPER

Are your intentions toward the widow serious?
Ref-95, SIDE A

'Are your intentions toward the widow serious?'
'Oh, very. I am going, if possible, to get out of marrying her.'

From various sources published by Collier's and Life (circa 1894-1908)
Sheet size: approx. 17.125 x 11.125 inches
printed on both sides of the paper, see print to the left for opposite side
mild edge/corner wear, minor foxing possible, see enlargement for condition
See tear in margin, outside of image area.

A Careful Daughter
Ref-95, SIDE B

A Careful Daughter.
'No, mother, this book is not at all fit for you to see.'
'But you are reading it!'
'Ah, but we were brought up so differently.'

From various sources published by Collier's and Life (circa 1894-1908)
Sheet size: approx. 17.125 x 11.125 inches
printed on both sides of the paper, see print to the left for opposite side
mild edge/corner wear, minor foxing possible, see enlargement for condition
See tear in margin, outside of image area.

$30

ABOVE 2 PRINTS, PRINTED ON BOTH SIDES OF ONE PIECE OF PAPER

Are your intentions toward the widow serious?
Ref-96, SIDE A

On the streets of New York.
Sequel to an unprofitable theatrical season.

From various sources published by Collier's and Life (circa 1894-1908)
Sheet size: approx. 17.125 x 11.125 inches
printed on both sides of the paper, see print to the left for opposite side
mild edge/corner wear, minor foxing possible, see enlargement for condition

At the Dressmaker's.
Ref-96, SIDE B

At the Dressmaker's.
'Stout! Oh, dear no!!!'

From various sources published by Collier's and Life (circa 1894-1908)
Sheet size: approx. 17.125 x 11.125 inches
printed on both sides of the paper, see print to the left for opposite side
mild edge/corner wear, minor foxing possible, see enlargement for condition

$40

ABOVE 2 PRINTS, PRINTED ON BOTH SIDES OF ONE PIECE OF PAPER

The Heiress
Ref-97, SIDE A

The Heiress.
She cannot talk, she cannot sing,
she looks a fright' but folks aver
ten millions have been set apart
to talk and sing and look for her

From various sources published by Collier's and Life (circa 1894-1908)
Sheet size: approx. 17.125 x 11.125 inches
printed on both sides of the paper, see print to the left for opposite side
mild edge/corner wear, minor foxing possible, see enlargement for condition

[Gibson girl sketches]
Ref-97, SIDE B

[Gibson girl sketches]

From various sources published by Collier's and Life (circa 1894-1908)
Sheet size: approx. 17.125 x 11.125 inches
printed on both sides of the paper, see print to the left for opposite side
mild edge/corner wear, minor foxing possible, see enlargement for condition

$30

ABOVE 2 PRINTS, PRINTED ON BOTH SIDES OF ONE PIECE OF PAPER

Half Mourning
Ref-98, SIDE A

Half Mourning

From various sources published by Collier's and Life (circa 1894-1908)
Sheet size: approx. 17.125 x 11.125 inches
printed on both sides of the paper, see print to the left for opposite side
mild edge/corner wear, minor foxing possible, see enlargement for condition

A Discreet Approach
Ref-98, SIDE B

A Discreet Approach.
'Advise me, Uncle Jack.'
'Of course; what is it?'
'Shall I ask yuo for twenty-five dollars, or for fifty?'

A Last Remembrance.
Ethel (ecstatically): "Oh, Charlie, would you just as leave propose all over again, and do it into this phonograph?'
Cholly: 'Why?'
Ethel: 'Why, I want to have something to remember you by after you have gone in and spoken to papa about it.'

From various sources published by Collier's and Life (circa 1894-1908)
Sheet size: approx. 17.125 x 11.125 inches
printed on both sides of the paper, see print to the left for opposite side
mild edge/corner wear, minor foxing possible, see enlargement for condition

$30

ABOVE 2 PRINTS, PRINTED ON BOTH SIDES OF ONE PIECE OF PAPER

A Council of War in Days to Come
Ref-99, SIDE A

A Council of War in Days to Come

From various sources published by Collier's and Life (circa 1894-1908)
Sheet size: approx. 17.125 x 11.125 inches
printed on both sides of the paper, see print to the left for opposite side
mild edge/corner wear, minor foxing possible, see enlargement for condition

In the Days to Come, who will look after this boy?
Ref-99, SIDE B

In the Days to Come, who will look after this boy?

From various sources published by Collier's and Life (circa 1894-1908)
Sheet size: approx. 17.125 x 11.125 inches
printed on both sides of the paper, see print to the left for opposite side
mild edge/corner wear, minor foxing possible, see enlargement for condition

$30

ABOVE 2 PRINTS, PRINTED ON BOTH SIDES OF ONE PIECE OF PAPER

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