Framed Vintage Hand Drawn Cartoon Humour Sketch – Valentine’s Day Scene

Description

This charming vintage cartoon features a humorous Valentine’s Day scene with a hand-drawn illustration. The central character is depicted in a playful, cheeky pose beneath a “Happy Valentine” banner, while three bemused onlookers engage in witty dialogue.

The piece captures a moment of light-hearted satire and classic British humour, likely aimed at social commentary or playful jest. The pen and ink drawing is accented with light watercolour washes, adding subtle tones to the characters and background.

This artwork is a delightful example of early 20th-century cartoon art, perfect for collectors of vintage humour or fans of classic illustration styles.


—FRAME AND MEASUREMENTS—

Presented in a black wooden frame with a gold inner trim. The piece is glazed and ready to hang. Frame measures 7 x 9 1/8” (17.8 x 23.2 cm). Picture opening measures 2 7/16 x 4 9/16” (6.2 x 11.6 cm).


—CONDITION REPORT—

Good vintage condition. Some visible age-related toning and foxing to the mount, consistent with age. Frame shows minor wear appropriate to its age. Provided photos accurately present current condition.


—SUMMARY—

• Item: Early 20th-century pen and ink cartoon drawing
• Artist: Unknown
• Circa: c.1920s–1930s
• Subject: Humorous Valentine’s Day scene
• Style: Vintage British cartoon
• Colour Palette: Monochrome line work with muted washes of blue and beige
• Frame: Black wooden frame with gold trim, glazed and ready to hang
• Outer Frame Dimensions: 7 x 9 1/8” (17.8 x 23.2 cm)
• Picture Measures: 2 7/16 x 4 9/16” (6.2 x 11.6 cm)
• Item Reference: DR-FG-0906251


—ADDITIONAL INFO—

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Please note that measurements may deviate by a few millimetres.

Unless a specific year is mentioned, dates given are our best professional estimate based on condition of materials, the artist’s active years, and other clues.


—POSTAGE & COLLECTION—

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Posted: 57 days ago

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