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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.

$ $ $ $ $ $
Ref-81, SIDE A

$ $ $ $ $ $

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

He: 'Shall we talk or dance?' 'I'm so tired. Let's dance.'
Ref-81, SIDE B

He: 'Shall we talk or dance?'
'I'm so tired. Let's dance.'

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

$25

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

Millionaire
Ref-82, SIDE A

Millionaire: 'How do I know, sir, if you have any business ability?'
'I persuaded your daughter to marry me.'

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

actor stage manager
Ref-82, SIDE B

Actor: 'In the duel scene who gets the worst of it?'
Stage manager: 'The audience.'

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

Wasted Energy
Ref-83, SIDE A

Wasted Energy

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

Modern Celebrities.
Ref-83, SIDE B

Modern Celebrities.
An interesting discussion between the author of 'The Barrenness of Unkissed Kisses' and a famous dramatist.

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

pupil honeymoon
Ref-84, SIDE A

He: 'You promised me to be my pupil and learn to love me.'
'But it makes such a difference when your heart isn't in your work.'

Where Ignorance, etc.
'Where did you go on your wedding trip?'
'That's what I've been wondering.'

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

Frozen
Ref-84, SIDE B

Frozen.

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

They take a morning run.
Ref-85, SIDE A

They take a morning run.

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

Miss Babbles
Ref-85, SIDE B

Miss Babbles brings a copy of a morning paper and expresses her indignation and sympathy over a scurrilous article. Meanwhile other friends are calling the editor.

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

The Main Object
Ref-86, SIDE A

The Main Object.
He: 'Would you mind if I joined another club?'
'Oh, no, dear! Will it keep you away from any more?'

The song of the Dubutante.
'Mother, dear mother, come with me now.'

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

troubles of the rich
Ref-86, SIDE B

The Troubles of the Rich.
At the last moment, several who were invited send their regrets.

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

Mr. Grubbs walks in his sleep and appears for the first and only time at an entertainment in his house.
Ref-87, SIDE A

Mr. Grubbs walks in his sleep and appears for the first and only time at an entertainment in his house.

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

Why Not.
Ref-87, SIDE B

Why Not.
Have plate glass fronts to the opera boxes? The occupants could still be seen, but not heard.

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 opera.
Ref-88, SIDE A

At the opera.
If the women wear crowns, why shouldn't the men?

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

Keep still, please
Ref-88, SIDE B

'Keep still, please'

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

[untitled]
Ref-89, SIDE A

[untitled]

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, foxing

The story of an empty sleeve
Ref-89, SIDE B

The story of an empty sleeve

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, foxing

$15

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

cheaper lord
Ref-90, SIDE A

'Both those lords are after her, and she doesn't know which to accept'
'Isn't one as good as the other?'
'Yes, but she can't tell in advance which is the cheaper.'

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

Six A.M. Just before he awoke.
Ref-90, SIDE B

Six A.M.
Just before he awoke.

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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