Lawson Collection (page 8)

Hall Barn, Beaconsfield, Buckinghamshire
A view of Hall Barn in Beaconsfield, Buckinghamshire, at the time of the photograph the home of Lord Burnham -- Sir Edward Levy-Lawson, 1st Baronet, owner of the Daily Telegraph

Gran pops nose is put out of joint by Lawson Wood
Now that King Kong has appeared in London, this might happen to Gran pop (the wily orang utan created by artist, Lawson Wood) at any moment

Wont Nobody Kiss Us Good-Night? By Lawson Wood
A colour illustration by artist Lawson Wood showing two orangutans waiting to get a kiss before they go to bed

Who Said Gentlemen Prefer Blondes? By Lawson Wood
A colour illustration by artist Lawson Wood showing two male cats fighting over a pretty female cat. Date: 20th August 1930

An advertisement for The Sketch Book and Winters Pie, by
A colour illustration by artist Lawson Wood showing a bear photographing two little monkeys up on a tree branch. The picture originally appeared in Winters Pie, a charitable publication

as one lovely to another
Illustration by Lawson Wood showing a young orang-utan smiling at a newly-hatched Easter chick

Lawson Wood in Uniform
Photograph of Clarence Lawson Wood (1878-1957), successful illustrator and comic artist. Pictured in uniform during World War One when he was a balloonist with the RFC

Daddys Regiment by Lawson Wood
A small boy, with his mothers protective hands on his shoulders, salutes gallantly as his fathers regiment marches off to France during World War I

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EDWARD LEVY-LAWSON 1st Baron Burnham Editor of The Daily Telegraph

Convalescence
Comic illustration by Lawson Wood (1878-1957) showing a small monkey chewing an apple while looking after a convalescing Granpop the orang-utan

Granpop Floats a Company
Comic illustration by Lawson Wood showing Gran pop pushing off three anxious little monkeys on a log down a stream

At the Club
Comic illustration by Lawson Wood showing a club waitress eavesdropping on the gossip of two cigar and pipe smoking club members (monkeys essentially)

Stern Reproof
Humorous illustration by Lawson Wood (1878-1957) showing Gran pop the orang utan working as a delivery driver and dispatching a group of naughty fruit thieves

Record Sales Foreseen
A wholesale distributors forecast record sales as their new glamorous sales woman leaves the warehouse with two little monkey assistants. Illustration by Lawson Wood

Gran pop a LA Carte
Comic illustration by Lawson Wood showing Gran pop the orang utan about to have a rather dangerous accident while driving a go-kart

Business Keeps Going Up
Humorous illustration by Lawson Wood (1878-1957) showing Gran pop the orang utan having to saw a hole in the ceiling to accommodate his ever growing sales projection

Not Quite a Lady
Comic illustration by Lawson Wood showing Gran pop the orang utan reprimanding a cheeky young monkey who is making a face from the safety of her swing

The all Scotch Spirit
Comic illustration by Lawson Wood showing a miserly Scottish driver filling up his cigarette lighter with petrol from the pump at a filling station

Something Rotten in the State of Denmark
Illustration by Lawson Wood, showing two Easter chicks holding their beaks by a rotten egg

Girl Paddling / J Lawson
A small girl sits and reflects upon the hugeness of the ocean as she dips her feet into the water

Girl with Cow / J Lawson
A small girl urges a cow to feed on yellow Cowslip and fine grass to help make her milk sweet to drink

Girl with Dog / J Lawson
A little girl plays with her building blocks which tumble to the floor, proving that construction should be left to the boys

Girl with Cat / J Lawson
A little girl and her cat

Mothers Kiss / Lawson
Mothers kiss

Temperance meeting in cathedral town
A temperance meeting in a cathedral town meets opposition. Attended by Wilfred Lawson, George Trevelyan & Dr Temple

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"Lawson: A Master of Artistic Versatility" Lawson, a name that resonates with artistic brilliance and versatility. From the whimsical illustrations in "Too Many Cooks" by Lawson Wood to the mischievous charm of "Georgie Porgie, " this talented artist captivates our imagination. In his masterpiece "Fat Geese. " Lawson Wood transports us to a world where chubby geese waddle with delight, showcasing his ability to infuse humor into every stroke of his brush. And in "Hush-A-Bye, Baby, " we are lulled into serenity as Lawson's gentle touch brings forth tender moments between mother and child. But it doesn't stop there; Lawson's creativity knows no bounds. In "Drive Off The Missing Links, " he takes us on an exhilarating journey through time, blending adventure and mystery seamlessly. And who can forget the infectious energy radiating from his work titled "Going with a Swing"? It's impossible not to tap your feet along. Delving deeper into his repertoire, we discover another facet of Lawson's talent – storytelling through art. In John Lawson's book "Biblical Tales, " Jesus and Girl come alive under the skilled hands of our beloved artist. Through vivid imagery, he breathes life into these timeless tales. Yet it is not only within the realms of illustration that Lawson leaves an indelible mark; he also captures our attention through thought-provoking posters like "The Goal in Sight. " This piece depicts two Scotsmen fiercely competing for Scotch whiskey supremacy—a testament to both their determination and passion. However, even great artists have their controversies. With works such as "To the Public Danger, " Lawson challenges societal norms and provokes discussions about public safety—an artist unafraid to push boundaries. And let us not overlook his contributions beyond traditional art forms—his poster for Jersey Airways showcases how versatile he truly is. From canvas to commercial design, Lawson's talent knows no bounds.