Comic Collection (page 5)

A Swell Hand-Out
Comic illustration showing two naughty little monkeys in pyjamas tricking Father Christmas (Gran pop the orang utan) with a bottomless stocking. Date: 20th century

Ballet / Ally Sloper 1890
Ally Sloper dances before the County Council in an attempt to demonstrate the value of the performing arts

Mabel Normand / Lilywhite
MABEL NORMAND American comic actress: she appeared in Keystone films and co-starred with Charlie Chaplin

Milk order tag -- 2 Extra Please
Milk order tag to fit over the neck of an empty bottle - 2 Extra Please, I m not getting enough. circa 1970s

Milk order tag -- 1 Extra Please
Milk order tag to fit over the neck of an empty bottle - 1 Extra Please, I m not getting enough. circa 1970s

Gramophone Comic Card, Llanfair, Wales
Gramophone Comic Card, Llanfair, Denbighshire, Wales. Captioned The Only Way. Date: 1928

WW2 Christmas card, dog with gas mask
WW2 Christmas card, a black Scots terrier runs along with a gas mask in a box tied to his collar. Date: circa 1942

The pilot (on his first balloon strafe), WW1
The pilot (on his first balloon strafe). This, I think, is a case for a dud engine. By Lieutenant George Arthur Hyde, MC, Kings Royal Rifle Corps and 54 Squadron Royal Flying Corps

Pilot (on his first job) Chaps: I think I ve got a sitter
Pilot (on his first job). Chaps: I think I ve got a sitter here. By Lieutenant George Arthur Hyde, MC, Kings Royal Rifle Corps and 54 Squadron Royal Flying Corps

Pilot (experiencing Archie for the first time), WW1
Pilot (experiencing Archie for the first time) !!. !!!.. !!!! By Lieutenant George Arthur Hyde, MC, Kings Royal Rifle Corps and 54 Squadron Royal Flying Corps

Crabbing Their Style by William Heath Robinson
Cartoon, Crabbing their style. Toeing for crabs at and seaside resort during the holiday months. Men crab fishing using feet as bait

Arthur Moreland, commercial artist, best known for his book Humours of History, published in 1921, containing 160 comic historical cartoons from The Daily News

Family / Dancing / Baby Joke
Do you like dancing? Get married, and you ll go to a BAWL every night!

Ws GILBERT (1836-1911)
WILLIAM SCHWENCK GILBERT English playwright. Began collaboration with Arthur Sullivan (Gilbert writing the librettos, Sullivan the music) on highly popular comic operas

Dombey & Son / Wrapper
The wrapper of the original edition

Twin puppy emerging from river
Twin puppy Snip emerges wet from the river, only to be sniggered at by his dry brother Snap

Hannah Cowley / Belle Asse
HANNAH COWLEY Comic dramatist

Pan / Woodward / Hook& Croc
Captain Hook falls into the jaws of the crocodile

Auctioneer on a Christmas and New Year card, with a lot of financial puns in the verse. Date: circa 1890s

Barry Humphries and wife Diane Millstead at their wedding in London - June 1979

Robin with goblin and pudding on a Christmas card
Robin in a tree with goblin and pudding on a Christmas and New Year card. Date: circa 1890s

Two Scottish frogs on a New Year card
Two Scottish frogs in tartan on a New Year card in the shape of a tankard with two handles. Date: circa 1890s

Children with large pudding on a Christmas card
Children attacking a large pudding on a Christmas card. Date: circa 1890s

Tattooing - Drunk Tattooist has got carried away
Tattooing - Drunk Tattooist (Professor Smith) has got carried away... " Its taking you a long time to write I love Annie !" Date: circa 1920s

Comic postcard, Woman in expensive underwear chats to cleaning lady Date: 20th century

Comic postcard, woman at the races with bookie, placing a bet both ways Date: 20th century

Freddie Starr at home with his daughter Donna. 29th September 1978

Freddie Starr and his bride Sandy Morgan after their marriage at a Registry Office in Coventry. April 1974

Comedian Rik Mayall and his son Sidney pulling funny faces. 12th September 1998

Tintin and Snowy comic characters appearing on the former headquarters of Tintin publisher Le Lombard, close to the Gare du Midi, Brussels, Belgium

Dinosaur
Jukyong Park

Dinosaur
Jukyong Park

I Hate Morning People
Andreas Magnusson

Comic scene "Arrest", 1913-1914. Creator: S. Ia. Mamontov. Comic scene "Arrest", 1913-1914
Comic scene "Arrest", 1913-1914. From a collection which includes more than four hundred photographs of daily life in Yenisei Province in the late tsarist period

Comic scene "Let's smoke", 1913-1914. Creator: S. Ia. Mamontov
Comic scene "Let's smoke", 1913-1914. From a collection which includes more than four hundred photographs of daily life in Yenisei Province in the late tsarist period

Mug Hammer 001
May Hilma

Determinism
Eric Schwarz

Help
Eric Schwarz

Love
Eric Schwarz

Misfits
Eric Schwarz

Thoughts on Fire
Eric Schwarz

Kiss
Eric Schwarz

Viral
Eric Schwarz

Compiled Album from Four Series: A Mirror of Famous Generals of Japan... between 1876 and 1882
Compiled Album from Four Series: A Mirror of Famous Generals of Japan; Comic Pictures of Famous Places in Civilizing Tokyo; Twenty-four Accomplishments in Imperial Japan; Twenty-four Hours in

Man in a Clown Suit, 1852-1866. Creator: Paul Gavarni
Man in a Clown Suit, 1852-1866

Two Men in Fancy Dress Costumes, 1804-1866. Creator: Paul Gavarni
Two Men in Fancy Dress Costumes, 1804-1866

Compiled Album from Four Series: A Mirror of Famous Generals of Japan... between 1876 and 1882
Compiled Album from Four Series: A Mirror of Famous Generals of Japan; Comic Pictures of Famous Places in Civilizing Tokyo; Twenty-four Accomplishments in Imperial Japan; Twenty-four Hours in

Antoine Ravel as Courci, 1855-1859. Creator: Alfred Jacob Miller
Antoine Ravel as Courci, 1855-1859

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"Unleashing the Laughter: A Journey through Comic Delights" Step into a world where laughter reigns supreme, as we explore the captivating realm genius. From Gilbert & Sullivan Operas to D'Oyly Carte Souvenirs, this is a journey that promises endless amusement. Discovering a dandelion on Centre Court may seem trivial, but in the hands of comedic masters, it becomes an uproarious spectacle. With every twist and turn, they transform ordinary moments into extraordinary sources of mirth. Behold the power of posters like "The Vegetabull, " where vegetables take center stage in a riotous performance that leaves audiences in stitches. And who could forget George Formby's infectious charm and wit that had crowds roaring with laughter? In the realm of visual comedy, H. M. Bateman emerges victorious with his masterpieces "The Favourite Wins" and "The Car That Touched a Policeman. " These timeless creations capture hilarious scenarios that tickle our funny bones even today. Prepare for an out-of-this-world experience as you witness a man riding on a steam rocket – an audacious feat brought to life by sheer imagination and boundless humor. William Heath Robinson's masterpiece "A Decided Catch" showcases his unparalleled ability to create absurd contraptions that defy logic yet leave us gasping for breath from uncontrollable laughter. Satire takes center stage with "His Master's Breath, " reminding us not to take ourselves too seriously while poking fun at societal norms through clever commentary. David Attenborough may be renowned for his naturalist expertise, but he also has an uncanny knack for infusing humor into his narratives – proving once again that laughter knows no boundaries or limitations. During WW1, Bruce Bairnsfather's cartoon "A Miner Success" provided much-needed respite amidst chaos. His witty illustrations offered solace and levity during trying times when smiles were hard to come by.