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Bert Thomas Signed Original Early 20th Century Cartoon Pen & Ink Drawing Featured in 1931 Humorist Magazine
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Bert Thomas Signed Original Early 20th Century Cartoon Pen & Ink Drawing Featured in 1931 Humorist Magazine

1920 - 1940
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Type of artwork: Original Vintage Ink Drawing

Surface: Paper

Artist and signature: Signed by Bert Thomas (1883-1966). Thomas was a cartoonist and caricaturist for The Humorist and Punch Magazines and was creator of British Propaganda Posters during the First World War.

Approximate age of artwork: Dated 1931

Depiction or Location: 'Deck Hand's Response'

Is the artwork Framed or Mounted: Presented in a board mount and cellophane wrapped for protection.

Condition report: The artwork is considered to be in good condition in line with age. Please see our large selection of photographs to inspect the condition and quality of this item, and please don't hesitate to make contact, we are more than happy to answer any questions which you may have.

Size of artwork Inc. mount: 43 x 33 cm (mount aperture approx. 33 x 23 cm)

Physical Dimensions
Height
33cm (12.99")
Width
43cm (16.93")
Depth
0.2cm (0.08")
Declaration

Strickland & Russell has dated this Bert Thomas Pen Ink Drawing to the 1930s.

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SA1039286
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Description
Type of artwork: Original Vintage Ink Drawing

Surface: Paper

Artist and signature: Signed by Bert Thomas (1883-1966).

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Thomas was a cartoonist and caricaturist for The Humorist and Punch Magazines and was creator of British Propaganda Posters during the First World War.
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fig 1. A monochrome original pen and ink illustration depicting two sailors on a ship deck with a handwritten caption underneath, signed by artist Bert Thomas.
fig 1. Bert Thomas Signed Original Early 20th Century Cartoon Pen & Ink Drawing Featured in 1931 Humorist Magazine

Approximate age of artwork: Dated 1931

Depiction or Location: 'Deck Hand's Response'

Is the artwork Framed or Mounted: Presented in a board mount and cellophane wrapped for protection.

Condition report: The artwork is considered to be in good condition in line with age. Please see our large selection of photographs to inspect the condition and quality of this item, and please don't hesitate to make contact, we are more than happy to answer any questions which you may have.

Size of artwork Inc. mount: 43 x 33 cm (mount aperture approx. 33 x 23 cm)

Height
33cm (12.99")
Width
43cm (16.93")
Depth
0.2cm (0.08")
Date of Manufacture

Strickland & Russell has dated this Bert Thomas Pen Ink Drawing to the 1930s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1039286
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Archive I A monochrome original pen and ink illustration depicting two sailors on a ship deck with a handwritten caption underneath, signed by artist Bert Thomas.

Bert Thomas Signed Original Early 20th Century Cartoon Pen & Ink Drawing Featured in 1931 Humorist Magazine

Archive II A monochrome original pen and ink illustration depicting two sailors on a ship deck with a handwritten caption underneath, signed by artist Bert Thomas. View II
Archive III A monochrome original pen and ink illustration depicting two sailors on a ship deck with a handwritten caption underneath, signed by artist Bert Thomas. View III
Archive IV A monochrome original pen and ink illustration depicting two sailors on a ship deck with a handwritten caption underneath, signed by artist Bert Thomas. View IV
Archive V A monochrome original pen and ink illustration depicting two sailors on a ship deck with a handwritten caption underneath, signed by artist Bert Thomas. View V
Archive VI A monochrome original pen and ink illustration depicting two sailors on a ship deck with a handwritten caption underneath, signed by artist Bert Thomas. View VI
Archive VII A monochrome original pen and ink illustration depicting two sailors on a ship deck with a handwritten caption underneath, signed by artist Bert Thomas. View VII
Archive VIII A monochrome original pen and ink illustration depicting two sailors on a ship deck with a handwritten caption underneath, signed by artist Bert Thomas. View VIII
Archive IX A monochrome original pen and ink illustration depicting two sailors on a ship deck with a handwritten caption underneath, signed by artist Bert Thomas. View IX
Archive X A monochrome original pen and ink illustration depicting two sailors on a ship deck with a handwritten caption underneath, signed by artist Bert Thomas. View X
Archive XI A monochrome original pen and ink illustration depicting two sailors on a ship deck with a handwritten caption underneath, signed by artist Bert Thomas. View XI
Archive XII A monochrome original pen and ink illustration depicting two sailors on a ship deck with a handwritten caption underneath, signed by artist Bert Thomas. View XII
Archive XIII A monochrome original pen and ink illustration depicting two sailors on a ship deck with a handwritten caption underneath, signed by artist Bert Thomas. View XIII
Archive XIV A monochrome original pen and ink illustration depicting two sailors on a ship deck with a handwritten caption underneath, signed by artist Bert Thomas. View XIV
Archive XV A monochrome original pen and ink illustration depicting two sailors on a ship deck with a handwritten caption underneath, signed by artist Bert Thomas. View XV
Archive XVI A monochrome original pen and ink illustration depicting two sailors on a ship deck with a handwritten caption underneath, signed by artist Bert Thomas. View XVI
Archive XVII A monochrome original pen and ink illustration depicting two sailors on a ship deck with a handwritten caption underneath, signed by artist Bert Thomas. View XVII
Archive XVIII A monochrome original pen and ink illustration depicting two sailors on a ship deck with a handwritten caption underneath, signed by artist Bert Thomas. View XVIII
Archive XIX A monochrome original pen and ink illustration depicting two sailors on a ship deck with a handwritten caption underneath, signed by artist Bert Thomas. View XIX
Archive XX A monochrome original pen and ink illustration depicting two sailors on a ship deck with a handwritten caption underneath, signed by artist Bert Thomas. View XX
Archive XXI A monochrome original pen and ink illustration depicting two sailors on a ship deck with a handwritten caption underneath, signed by artist Bert Thomas. View XXI
Archive XXII A monochrome original pen and ink illustration depicting two sailors on a ship deck with a handwritten caption underneath, signed by artist Bert Thomas. View XXII
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A monochrome original pen and ink illustration depicting two sailors on a ship deck with a handwritten caption underneath, signed by artist Bert Thomas.
Bert Thomas Signed Original early 20th Century Cartoon Pen & Ink Drawing featured in 1931 Humorist Magazine
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A monochrome original pen and ink illustration depicting two sailors on a ship deck with a handwritten caption underneath, signed by artist Bert Thomas.
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During the early to mid-20th century, British periodical publishing flourished with titles like Punch and The Humorist showcasing satirical editorial cartoons. Illustrators used fine line drawing techniques to comment on daily life, social class, and current events for wide public distribution.

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