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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.

Gibson Girls
Ref-181, SIDE A

[untitled, Gibson Girl faces]

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.

This is the season when even a snow man has a heart
Ref-181, SIDE B

This is the season when even a snow man has a heart

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

Gibson Girls
Ref-182, SIDE A

[untitled, Gibson Girl faces]

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.
Tear in lower edge, well outside of image area .

Some of the caretaker's relations
Ref-182, SIDE B

Some of the caretaker's relations

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.
Tear in lower edge, well outside of image area.

$30

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

Gibson Girls
Ref-183, SIDE A

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

Study in Expression
Ref-183, SIDE B

STUDY IN EXPRESSION
While the hostess whispers to Jones, "Remember, now, we are counting on you to make us laugh."

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

Bygone Summers
Ref-184, SIDE A

BYGONE SUMMERS
A frieze for an older gentleman's room

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.

Ferguson
Ref-184, SIDE B

Ferguson (the politest man in New York): "When you go back, Nora, please ask the cook if there is any cold meat in the house." (Exit Nora.)
To the company: "I beg you to excuse our maid. These accidents happen to her somewhat overfrequently. She was bred, I believe, a dairymaid, but had to leave that employment because of her inability to handle the cows without breaking off their horns."

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

Summer Sports
Ref-185, SIDE A

Summer Sports

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 UPPER RIGHT CORNER.

At the Matinee
Ref-185, SIDE B

At the Matinee

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 UPPER LEFT CORNER.

$30

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

They go fishing
Ref-186, SIDE A

They go fishing

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 SHORT MARGIN TEAR LOWER RIGHT.

Failing to find peace in the country
Ref-186, SIDE B

Failing to find peace and quiet in the country, she decides to return home

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 SHORT MARGIN TEAR LOWER LEFT.

$30

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

The latest scandal
Ref-187, SIDE A

The latest scandal

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.

Elopement a la gasoline
Ref-187, SIDE B

Elopement a la gasoline

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

Trying it on
Ref-188, SIDE A

Trying it on

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.

Home for the holidays
Ref-188, SIDE B

Home for the holidays

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

Sister's new beau
Ref-189, SIDE A

Sister's new beau

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.

Without Reserve
Ref-189, SIDE B

WITHOUT RESERVE
"Is your husband very confidential with you?"
"Very! He tells me everything he suspects I've found out about him."

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

marry college girl
Ref-190, SIDE A

"I see that Professor Gigham, the celebrated all-around scientist, is going to marry that college girl."
"What's that for?"
"He wants to complete his education."

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.

Summer Vacation
Ref-190, SIDE B

Summer Vacation

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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