1901 Cover Harvard Lampoon University Rural Scene Pig Jester Lampy Horse HVD1

Please note that this is a cover only.

This is an original 1901 two-color cover for the Harvard Lampoon. It features the Lampy the Jester sitting on a winged horse, holding up a shield inscribed with the motto Vanitas (Latin, meaning "empty"), a parody of Harvard's motto, Veritas, or "Truth". The cartoon depicts a quaint rural scene along with a poem about the various farm animals, and the student artist Little included his year of expected graduation (1904) under his signature.

CONDITION

This 110+ year old Item is rated Near Mint / Very Fine. Light aging throughout. No creases. No natural defects. No surface rub. No tears. No water damage. Please note that the small fiber in the upper right margin is not present on the actual item.

• Product Type: Original Cover; Two Color
• Grade: Near Mint / Very Fine
• Dimensions: Approximately 7.75 x 10.25 inches; 20 x 26 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)

Keywords specific to this image: worm, barnyrad, inn

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