Masthead Collection

Bystander masthead design, 1927 - Royal Ascot
Illustrated masthead design for The Bystander magazine showing a vibrant scene at Royal Ascot with glamorous women, men in morning suits and top hats

The Bystander masthead by Laurie Taylor, 1930
An athletic woman in a swimsuit and bathing cap, sprints along a beach accompanied by two elegant greyhounds, the canine icon of the art deco period

Bystander masthead design, 1927
Illustration for the front cover of the Bystander depicted a society crowd at Cowes during the Season. Date: 1927

Bystander masthead design, society at the races
Stylised masthead design on the front cover of The Bystander magazine featuring smart society mingling at the races, possibly Ascot, the Derby or Goodwood. Date: 1930

Front Page of The Engineer
Front page of The Engineer, a mid-19th century British periodical devoted to reporting on inventions and industrial and scientific advancements. Date: 1856

The Bystander masthead by Tony Castle, 1930
Bystander masthead design by Tony Castle featuring a number of beauties on a beach dressed in bathing suits, sun hats and holding parasols

'The Illustrated Papers of the World, 1890. Creator: Unknown
'The Illustrated Papers of the World, 1890. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper", Volume 42. July to December, 1890

Headline announcing the assassination of Abraham Lincoln (1809-65) and attempted assassination of William Seward
AQS254864 Headline announcing the assassination of Abraham Lincoln (1809-65) and attempted assassination of William Seward (1801-72) from Press Extra, 15th April, 1865 (print) by American School

Boy, high up masthead (colour litho)
2804489 Boy, high up masthead (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Boy, high up masthead. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

Bystander masthead - society horse racing - Royal Ascot
Masthead design for the front cover of The Bystander showing a lively scene at Royal Ascot. Date: 1931

Bystander masthead by Gordon Conway, 20 May 1931
Masthead design for The Bystander magazine front cover by artist and designer Gordon Conway featuring an elegant couple fishing by a river while spring lambs gamble joyfully among the flowers behind

Bystander masthead, Motor Show number 1930
Design for The Bystander magazines masthead referencing the Olympia motor show, where all the fashionable flappers go. Date: 1930

Bystander masthead - tennis match
Bystander masthead design with a dynamic illustration of a mens tennis match in progress, reflecting that the 24 June 1931 is their special Wimbledon number. Date: 1931

Bystander masthead - the races by Gordon Conway
Bystander masthead illustrated by Gordon Conway featuring a stylised crowd at the races watching horses and jockey ride past. Date: 1931

Bystander masthead, 1929 - satryrs chasing lady motorist
Bystander masthead design from 10 July 1929 by Jorgen Myller showing a light hearted scene where a lady motorist is pursued by satyrs or fauns as she drives through woodland

The boy volunteer pulls down the enemys flag (colour litho)
2801144 The boy volunteer pulls down the enemys flag (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The boy volunteer pulls down the enemys flag)

Captain Nelson challenging a Midshipman to race to the masthead (colour litho)
2796969 Captain Nelson challenging a Midshipman to race to the masthead (colour litho) by McCormick, Arthur David (1860-1943); Private Collection; (add.info)

Nailing colours to the mast (colour litho)
5998008 Nailing colours to the mast (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Nailing colours to the mast)

Masthead of The Sketch, October 1914
Masthead showing British Marine watching a distant German Cavalry Patrol on a Belgian Road. And also four adverts for; Ronuk Sanitary Polish, Shoolbreds bedsteads, bedding, and quilts

NEWSPAPERS: GODDARD, 1920. Newspaper clippings about Robert Goddard from the Worchester Sunday Telegram, 1920

HARPERs WEEKLY, 1867. The First Vote. Front page of Harpers Weekly, 16 November 1867

Bystander masthead featuring Old Bill
Masthead design for a post-war edition of the Bystander magazine featuring one of its main stars the cartoon character created by Bruce Bairnsfather

LABOR CARTOON, 1921. Cartoon by John Miller Baer on the front page of the 30 May 1921 issue of the Nonpartisan Leader, newspaper of the Nonpartisan League

The Illustrated London News masthead, 1858
The masthead of The Illustrated London News. 24th July 1858

Bystander Riviera Number 1913
Masthead design for jacket front cover of The Bystander magazine in 1913 with its special Riviera supplement. The Bystander regularly brought out issues dedicated to news

ILN Masthead
Masthead of The Illustrated London News Date: 1906

Bystander masthead 1917
The masthead illustration to the 10 January 1917 issue of The Bystander, drawn by Captain Bruce Bairnsfather, showing officers reading the latest issue. Date: 10 January 1917

Bystander masthead 1929, playing with train set
Bystander masthead illustrated by Alfred Leete showing a mother and father rather taking over a little boys train set. Date: 1929

Bystander masthead 1929, society at an ice rink
Lovely illustrated design by Howard K. Elcock for The Bystander magazines masthead depicting fashionable society at an ice rink

Bystander masthead featuring Old Bill by Bruce Bairnsfather
Masthead of The Bystander magazine featuring characters on a London tube train (or bus?) drawn by some of the magazines most regular artistic contributors

Front cover of The Illustrated London News, 1843
The front cover of The Illustrated London News, dated 29th July 1843. The wreck of the ship Pegasus is pictured, and the news on the Rebecca riots in south Wales are reported on. Date: 1843

Bystander masthead 1922
Masthead design for The Bystander magazine showing fashionably dressed people braving the blustery spring weather. Date: 1922

Bystander masthead 1928, social gathering
Illustration on the front cover of The Bystander showing, young 1920s men and women sitting down relaxing. Date: 1928

Massachusetts, New England, Nantucket. Ships masthead on building

CARTOON: LABOR, 1921. Cartoon on the front page of the 30 May 1921 issue of the Nonpartisan Leader, newspaper of the Nonpartisan League

CHICAGO: FIRE, 1871. The Great Fire in Chicago - Group of refugees in the street. Engraving after a drawing by C.S. Reinhart, from Harpers Weekly, 28 October 1871

WORLD WAR I: ARMISTICE. The front page of the San Francisco Chronicle, 11 November 1918, announcing the end of World War I

NEW YORK GAZETTEER, 1773. Masthead of Rivingtons New York Gazetteer, the newspaper published by James Rivington from 1773 to 1775

GARRISON: THE LIBERATOR. Masthead of William Lloyd Garrisons abolitionist journal, The Liberator, for 28 May 1831

THE NORTH STAR, 1847. Masthead of the first issue of Frederick Douglass newspaper, The North Star, December 3rd, 1847

NEW YORK MORNING POST. Front page of the New York Morning Post, 7 November 1783

NEW YORK TRIBUNE, 1841. The front page of the New York Tribune, 8 May 1841

NEW-LONDON GAZETTE, 1768. Masthead of the New-London Gazette newspaper from New London, Connecticut, 1768

THE SUN, 1872. Masthead of The Sun newspaper from New York

DIME NOVEL. Dick Merriwells Daring Leap, or Bound to Get There. Cover of a Street & Smith dime novel, c1902

SANITARY FAIR, 1864. Ladies in attendance in regulation costume at the Metropolitan Fair. Engraving from Harpers Weekly, 23 April 1864

STAMP ACT, 1765. Banner of the Pennsylvania Journal, 31 October 1765, with a skull-and-crossbones replacing the stamp required by law in protest of the Stamp Act

CHRISTIAN NEWSPAPER, 1808. Masthead of the first issue of the Herald of Gospel Liberty, 1 September 1808, published by Elias Smith

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"Captivating Designs: Unveiling the Artistry of Mastheads Through Time" Step back in time as we explore the mesmerizing world designs. From the elegant Bystander masthead design at Royal Ascot in 1927 to Laurie Taylor's iconic creation in 1930, these intricate artworks have left an indelible mark on history. Immerse yourself in society's vibrant atmosphere at the races with a captivating Bystander masthead design that perfectly captures the essence of this thrilling event. Transporting us further into the past, The Engineer's front page showcases a masterful display of typography and layout, leaving readers awe-inspired. Tony Castle takes center stage with his remarkable interpretation of The Bystander masthead in 1930, showcasing his exceptional talent for combining art and storytelling. Meanwhile, Laurie Taylor's rendition from the same year leaves us breathless with its striking composition and attention to detail. Delving even deeper into history, we discover Wellington supplement to Illustrated London News from 1852 - a true testament to timeless craftsmanship. Its majestic masthead transports us to an era where elegance reigned supreme. But it isn't all about aesthetics; some mastheads tell stories that shook nations. Witness Press Extra's chilling headline announcing Abraham Lincoln's assassination and William Seward's attempted murder – forever etched into our collective memory through print. Finally, let your imagination soar as you gaze upon "Boy high up masthead, " a vivid lithograph capturing youthful curiosity against breathtaking heights. These extraordinary examples remind us that beyond their functional purpose lies an artistic realm filled with creativity and historical significance. Join us on this journey through time as we celebrate these magnificent works known as "mastheads.