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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.

Love Will Die
Ref-110, SIDE A

Love Will Die

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.

That Delicious Moment
Ref-110, SIDE B

That Delicious Moment.
When the narrator has told his most subtle story to an intelligent but unimaginative audience, and they are still waiting to catch the point—if there is any.

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.

$25

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

Making Bread Pills
Ref-111, SIDE A

Making Bread Pills

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.

Advice to Bores
Ref-111, SIDE B

Advice to Bores.
If you cannot make your presence felt by your brains, do it with your feet.

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.

$25

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

The New Pupil
Ref-112, SIDE A

The New Pupil

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.

If the Duke proposes
Ref-112, SIDE B

'If the Duke proposes what shall I do?'
'Make the best bargain you can, my dear.'

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.

$25

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

At the Savoy
Ref-113, SIDE A

At the Savoy

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.
Narrow top and bottom margin, as issued.

sketches
Ref-113, SIDE B

[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.

$25

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

The Morning Note
Ref-114, SIDE A

The Morning Note

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.

On the sidewalks of New York
Ref-114, SIDE B

On the sidewalks of New York

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.

$25

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

The Sagacious Woodcock
Ref-115, SIDE A

The Sagacious Woodcock

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.

Doubtful
Ref-115, SIDE B

Doubtful.
'What are your intentions in regard to my daughter?'
'What are yours?'

An Explanation.
He: 'When I married you, you hadn't a cent.'
'Oh, yes, I had. My face was my fortune.'
'Now I know what they mean when they say 'Money Talks' '

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.

$25

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

His Vacation Over
Ref-116, SIDE A

His Vacation Over

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.

Financial Predicament
Ref-116, SIDE B

Financial Predicament.
The nobleman cannot recall which heiress accepted him the night before.

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.

Moulin Rouge
Ref-117, SIDE A

Moulin Rouge

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.

The Ambassadeurs'
Ref-117, SIDE B

The Ambassadeurs'

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

The Queen
Ref-118, SIDE A

The Queen

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.

Phil May
Ref-118, SIDE B

Phil May

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.

$25

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

Their Presence of Mind
Ref-119, SIDE A

Their Presence of Mind.
They had been in their room but a moment when they were startled by a knock.

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.
See fox mark within image.

A Love Song
Ref-119, SIDE B

A Love Song

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.

$15

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

Paris cafe artist
Ref-120, SIDE A

In Paris.
A café artist.

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.

The Chateau Rouge
Ref-120, SIDE B

 The Chateau Rouge

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.

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

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