The Sailing Cat
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The Wakeful Owl
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The Restoration Process
Original Illustration
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Restored Illustration
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About the Images
These illustrations come from the book "Artful Antics". A collection of cute cartoons featuring animals in various "human" situations. This book was originally published in 1894 by Gray & Company in London. The illustrations were originally black and white and in slightly worn condition. I have meticulously restored and colorized the illustrations so that a whole new generation of families can enjoy these prints.
Illustrator Oliver Herford
Oliver Herford, a writer, artist, and illustrator, was born in Sheffield, England on December 2, 1860 to Rev. Brooke Herford and Hannah Hankinson Herford. Oliver's father, Brooke, was a Unitarian minister who moved the family to Chicago in 1876 and to Boston in 1882. Oliver attended Antioch College in Yellow Springs, Ohio from 1877 to 1879. Later he studied art at the Slade School in London and the Académie Julien in Paris. Afterward, he moved to New York, where he lived until his death. He has been called "The American Oscar Wilde".
Herford's cartoons and humorous verse appeared in journals such as Life, Woman's Home Companion, Century Magazine, Harper's Weekly, The Masses and Punch. Over 30 books illustrated by Herford, and frequently written by him as well, were published from the 1890s to the 1930s. He also wrote plays and was known for his humorous and pithy bon mots. Herford was a longtime member of the Players Club in New York City. He married Margaret Regan in New York on May 26, 1904. Herford died on July 5, 1935 and his wife died the following December.
These illustrations come from the book "Artful Antics". A collection of cute cartoons featuring animals in various "human" situations. This book was originally published in 1894 by Gray & Company in London. The illustrations were originally black and white and in slightly worn condition. I have meticulously restored and colorized the illustrations so that a whole new generation of families can enjoy these prints.
Illustrator Oliver Herford
Oliver Herford, a writer, artist, and illustrator, was born in Sheffield, England on December 2, 1860 to Rev. Brooke Herford and Hannah Hankinson Herford. Oliver's father, Brooke, was a Unitarian minister who moved the family to Chicago in 1876 and to Boston in 1882. Oliver attended Antioch College in Yellow Springs, Ohio from 1877 to 1879. Later he studied art at the Slade School in London and the Académie Julien in Paris. Afterward, he moved to New York, where he lived until his death. He has been called "The American Oscar Wilde".
Herford's cartoons and humorous verse appeared in journals such as Life, Woman's Home Companion, Century Magazine, Harper's Weekly, The Masses and Punch. Over 30 books illustrated by Herford, and frequently written by him as well, were published from the 1890s to the 1930s. He also wrote plays and was known for his humorous and pithy bon mots. Herford was a longtime member of the Players Club in New York City. He married Margaret Regan in New York on May 26, 1904. Herford died on July 5, 1935 and his wife died the following December.
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Very satisfied with my purchase! Quick shipping, amazing art. It gets a lot of attention in my living room. Thank you very much :)
Great product, price, and shipping. Highly recommend this seller!
Looks great on my wall. Paper it was printed on is heavy beautiful quality.
What a FUN picture to put in a nursery. Gave it to Nephew and wife; expecting first baby, and they knew it had to be included in their décor. Thank You!!!
The print is so cute! I got it for my daughter.
Exactly as pictured!
Picture came as shown, super cute! Arrived within 2 days! It comes on a thick cardstock type paper. I bought this to put in my new baby's room and looks great.
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The artist was very helpful!! I love the prints I ordered and can't wait to use them in my daughters nursery :)
Beautiful print! Sturdy board and looks exactly like the picture. I'm very pleased with the quality.
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