Cynicus Collection

The Last train from Bangor, Northern Ireland Date: circa 1906

Cyclist & bent cycle fly into the air having hit someone
Early postcard humour by Cynicus a Glasgow artist called Martin Anderson. At the turn of the century bicycling was very much a craze. Date: 1903

Altho I m on my knees dear I d rather be on yours dear (colour litho)
3642836 Altho I m on my knees dear I d rather be on yours dear (colour litho) by Anderson, Martin " Cynicus" (1854-1932); Private Collection; (add.info)

Humorous Postcard by Cynicus - Seaside Sketches
Humorous Postcard : A smack at the buoy, Anchoring after a swell, A barque at a little cove and Treasures of the Deep. Date: 1908

The End of the Feast, c1895. Artist: Martin Anderson
The End of the Feast, c1895. A boy in bed shows his furred tongue to a doctor who feels the boys pulse. On the table is bottle of castor oil (Ricinus) which will be given as a laxative

A Classic English Summers Day on the beach! The rain is pouring, it is freezing cold and even the dog appears to not be relishing his daily stroll

The Transit of Venus - Comic Postcard
A comic postcard depiting a rotund woman (a very classical frame!) being transported home from the pub by two stretcher-bearing Bobbies

Assyrian came down like a wolf on the fold
The Assyrian came down like a wolf on the fold - humorous illustrative interpretation of a quote from Lord Byron by Victorian illustrator and postcard publisher Martin Anderson ( Cynicus )

Injured footballer - Aston Villa
Cartoon postcard of an injured footballer entitled The Result of the Match by Martin Anderson ( Cynicus ) - this was template over-printed with the details of various teams, in this case

The End of the Feast : Boy in bed shows furred tongue to doctor who feels pulse. On table is bottle of castor oil (Ricinus) which will be given as a laxative

Our Local Express (2 / 2)
A satirical look at an express train service (2/2 - see 10425389). 1907

Our Local Express (1 / 2)
A satirical look at an express train service (1/2 10429191). 1907

Boatman rowing concerned passengers
The Boatie Rows. A (completely unconcerned) boatman rowing his load of seasick, concerned and startled passengers through some choppy waters! Date: 1903

Before and After the Election
Before the election, the Candidate is begging the voter on his knees for his vote. Following the election, it is the voter who is on his knees, petitioning his (now) Member of Parliament

Satire on the plea for a labourers vote
Excellent political satire on the plea for a labourers vote, as both a Tory and a Liberal Politician get down on their knees to beg for the vote of the common working man

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"Cynicus: A Master of Satire and Wit" Step into the world of Cynicus, where humor meets artistry in unexpected ways. From "The Last train from Bangor, Northern Ireland" to a "Cyclist & bent cycle fly into the air having hit someone, " his illustrations capture moments that leave you chuckling. In his famous lithograph titled "Altho I'm on my knees dear, I'd rather be on yours dear, " Cynicus takes a cheeky twist on romance, reminding us that laughter is indeed the best medicine. Similarly, his "Humorous Postcard by Cynicus - Seaside Sketches" transports us to a classic English summer day at the beach, filled with light-hearted amusement. But it doesn't stop there; Cynicus's creativity knows no bounds. In "The Transit of Venus - Comic Postcard, " he playfully explores celestial events through his unique lens. Meanwhile, an injured footballer from Aston Villa finds himself in one of Cynicus's comical scenes. "The End of the Feast: Boy in bed shows furred tongue to doctor who feels pulse" showcases Cynicus's ability to find hilarity even in everyday situations. His attention to detail and clever storytelling make each piece truly captivating. Whether it's capturing local life like "Our Local Express (1/2)" or taking us across borders with "A Guajiro Market - Venezuela, " Cynicus proves that humor transcends cultural boundaries. With every stroke of his pen or brushstroke, this master satirist leaves us smiling and pondering life's absurdities. So join him on this whimsical journey as he invites you into a world where laughter reigns supreme – because sometimes all we need is a good laugh.