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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.

School Girls
Ref-121, SIDE A

School Girls

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 TEAR IN LOWER MARGIN, OUTSIDE OF IMAGE.

Her Protector
Ref-121, SIDE B

Her Protector

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 LOWER MARGIN, OUTSIDE OF IMAGE.

$25

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

Social Debts
Ref-122, SIDE A

Social Debts
As the last guest goes—thank heaven!

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.

Oh, he's horrid
Ref-122, SIDE B

'Oh, he's horrid! I can't bear to look at him.'
'But something might be made of him.'
'No, he listens with his mouth.'

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

They are only collecting the usual gloves and fans
Ref-123, SIDE A

They are only collecting the usual fans and gloves

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 Civil Service
Ref-123, SIDE B

The Civil Service

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

At their Ambassador's.
Ref-124, SIDE A

At their Ambassador's.
The order of precedence as heretofore observed by the Pipps holds good while the family is abroad.

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 Dry Land
Ref-124, SIDE B

On Dry Land.
He is much gratified by the attention shown him while in London.

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

Time!
Ref-125, SIDE A

Time!

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.

At the Golden Sign
Ref-125, SIDE B

At the Golden Sign

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

Lasting Impressions
Ref-126, SIDE A

Lasting Impressions.
'I shall remember this dance for many a long day.'
'So shall I.'

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 girl he left behind him
Ref-126, SIDE B

The girl he left behind him.
It takes more courage to stay at home than to run away and fight.

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

He had one picture in the salon
Ref-127, SIDE A

He had one picture in the salon.

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 SMEARS

Temptation
Ref-127, SIDE B

Temptation

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

The Power of Gold
Ref-128, SIDE A

The Power of Gold.
Chorus: Madame is ravashing! Charming! Ah, it is divine!

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 TEARS IN LOWER MARGIN

The watchful eye of caution
Ref-128, SIDE B

The watchful eye of caution...

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 TEARS IN LOWER MARGIN

$30

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

The Comic Song
Ref-129, SIDE A

The Comic 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 right for opposite side
Mild edge/corner wear, minor foxing possible, see enlargement for condition.

That Son-in-Law
Ref-129, SIDE B

That Son-in-Law.
'Papa, George says he is very much worried about his income.'
'I shouldn't think he would worry about such a small thing like that.'

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 Hopewell-Bonds Abroad
Ref-130, SIDE A

The Hopewell-Bonds Abroad.
Chucking the ring.

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 MARKS

No respecter of a widow's grief
Ref-130, SIDE B

No respecter of a widow's grief

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 FOX MARKS

$20

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

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