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Snaffles Lord Mayor’s Show Original Printed Card
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Snaffles Lord Mayor’s Show Original Printed Card

1920 - 1940
Sold 10 February 2025 · Mark Jones Antiques
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Charlie Johnson Payne, Snaffles (British, 1884-1967)

‘You’re a better sight than the Lord Mayor’s show.’, Greetings card, circa 1943, signed ‘Snaffles’ in pencil, printed and hand coloured, in a later mount and a later ebonised frame.

In his later years, Snaffles turned his hand to Christmas and Greetings cards; some reminiscent of his earlier print subjects, all typically characterful, and with a certain charm.

Dimensions: 17.5 x 23cm (excluding mount and frame)

Date of Manufacture

Mark Jones Antiques has dated this Snaffles Printed Card to the 1940s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
17.5cm (6.89")
Width
23cm (9.06")
Depth
1.5cm (0.59")
Reference Numbers
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SA1062783
Dealers Internal Reference
MJSA0108
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Description
Charlie Johnson Payne, Snaffles (British, 1884-1967)

‘You’re a better sight than the Lord Mayor’s show.

“
’, Greetings card, circa 1943, signed ‘Snaffles’ in pencil, printed and hand coloured, in a later mount and a later ebonised frame.
Mark Jones Antiques
fig 1. A framed vintage printed card depicting a humorous rural scene with figures in a field, signed Snaffles.
fig 1. Snaffles Lord Mayor’s Show Original Printed Card

In his later years, Snaffles turned his hand to Christmas and Greetings cards; some reminiscent of his earlier print subjects, all typically characterful, and with a certain charm.

Dimensions: 17.5 x 23cm (excluding mount and frame)

Date of Manufacture

Mark Jones Antiques has dated this Snaffles Printed Card to the 1940s.

Height
17.5cm (6.89")
Width
23cm (9.06")
Depth
1.5cm (0.59")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1062783
Dealers Internal Ref
MJSA0108
Mark Jones Antiques
Mark Jones Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2016

Mark jones antiques are dealers in fine antique furniture, ‘design’, works of art, and works by the sporting artist ‘snaffles’.

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Archive I A framed vintage printed card depicting a humorous rural scene with figures in a field, signed Snaffles. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Snaffles Lord Mayor’s Show Original Printed Card

Archive II A framed vintage printed card depicting a humorous rural scene with figures in a field, signed Snaffles. View II
Archive III A framed vintage printed card depicting a humorous rural scene with figures in a field, signed Snaffles. View III
Archive IV A framed vintage printed card depicting a humorous rural scene with figures in a field, signed Snaffles. View IV
Archive V A framed vintage printed card depicting a humorous rural scene with figures in a field, signed Snaffles. View V
Archive VI A framed vintage printed card depicting a humorous rural scene with figures in a field, signed Snaffles. View VI
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Mark Jones Antiques
Telephone 07889 071 414
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Northwick Park
Cotswolds
United Kingdom

By appointment only.
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/markjones
Verified Since Sep 2016
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A framed vintage printed card depicting a humorous rural scene with figures in a field, signed Snaffles.
Snaffles Lord Mayor’s Show Original Printed Card
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A framed vintage printed card depicting a humorous rural scene with figures in a field, signed Snaffles.
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  • Object[Framed Print]
  • Period1920 - 1940
  • Style[British Traditional]
  • Material[Paper, Card, Wood, Glass]
  • Colour[Multicolour]
  • MotifsEquestrian figures, Handwriting facsimile, Rural landscape, Satirical caption
  • SizeH 17.5 cm (7 in) x W 23 cm (9 in) x D 1.5 cm (1 in)

FAQs

Snaffles was a renowned British military and sporting artist active in the early 20th century, celebrated for his humorous and keenly observed depictions of horses, military life, and fox hunting.

Many original Snaffles prints were hand-coloured photolithographs or prints on cards, often featuring signature remarques and captions in facsimile handwriting.

Authentic pieces typically feature the artists printed or pencil signature, characteristic paper quality, a blind stamp in some editions, and period framing techniques.

It can be hung alongside contemporary artworks to create a gallery wall, or placed within a traditional study or hallway to add historical character and narrative depth.

Keep prints away from direct sunlight to prevent fading, use acid-free mounting materials, and maintain stable indoor humidity levels to protect the paper from degradation.
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