Description: It is hard to escape the legacy of the Punch Magazine. From 1841 to 2002, the magazine cast a satirical eye on life in Britain. It charted the interests, concerns and frustrations of the country and today it stands as an invaluable resource not just as cartoon art and satire, but as primary source material for social historians."UP ABOVE THE WORLD SO HIGH" Housebreaker: "Well, that don't look to me 'ardly safe, some'ow."This is an original cartoon from PUNCH magazine by Ernest Blaikley (1885-1965; signed in the plate at bottom), published November 10, 1909, original, pulled from the magazine, not a modern reproduction. This illustration as shown in the first image measures 2 7/8 x 5 inches, and the page full size is 8 x 10 1/2 inches, with unrelated text below, as shown in the second image. Condition: excellent -- bright and clean, no handling wear, lays flat for easy framing. Text on backside with some show-though on the facing side (please look closely).Over 3,000 Punch cartoons (including other early aviation) listed for sale, combine orders and save shipping charges. Search store category "Punch Cartoons." Questions are always welcome. Punch, a magazine of humor and satire, ran from 1841-2002. A very British institution renowned internationally for its wit and irreverence, it helped to coin the term "cartoon" in its modern sense as a humorous illustration.
Price: 9.95 USD
Location: Milton, Vermont
End Time: 2025-01-23T21:29:36.000Z
Shipping Cost: 6.95 USD
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Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Seller
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money back or replacement (buyer's choice)
Artist: Ernest Blaikley
Style: Vintage
Type: Print
Subject: Early Aviation
Date of Creation: 1909
Country/Region of Manufacture: United Kingdom
