1915 Wood Engraving WWI Political Cartoon PUNCH Kaiser Tsar Sword Fight Dueling

This is an original 1915 black and white in-text wood engraving of a World War I political cartoon by British artist and cartoonist, Sir John Bernard Partridge (1861-1945).

CONDITION

This 100+ year old Item is rated Very Fine +++. Small wrinkle - center. Some light surface rub. No tears. No water damage.

• Product Type: Original In-Text Wood Engraving; Black / White
• Grade: Very Fine +++
• Dimensions: Approximately 7.75 x 10.5 inches; 20 x 27 cm
• Authentication: Serial-Numbered Certificate of Authenticity w/ Full Provenance
• Protection: Packaged in a custom archival sleeve with an acid-free black board (great for display, gift-giving, and preservation)

Period Paper is pleased to offer a collection of historic political cartoons from the World War I era from PUNCH, or The London Charivari, the famous British weekly magazine of humor and satire. PUNCH was noted for its humorous cartoon illustrations, and this collection includes the works of some of the outstanding cartoonists of the day: Bernard Partridge; F. H. Townsend and Leonard Raven-Hill on the subject of the First World War from a uniquely British perspective.

This piece was illustrated by Partridge, Bernard. Artist initials in print - bottom right of image.

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