illustrations from 'The Art of Saying the Right Thing'
20 cms x 28 cms (7.87 ins x 11 ins)
A pair, both signed 'G.L.STAMPA' (one lower left, the other lower right), both inscribed on a label attached to the reverse
Lot offered for sale by Bonhams, Toronto at the auction event "Canadian and European Art - Spring 2008" held on Thu, Jun 19, 2008.
Lot 185
Lot 185
Estimate: CAD $1,000 - $1,500
Did not sell
Did not sell
Lot description - from the online catalogue*
George Stampa contributed cartoons to many of the leading publications including Punch Magazine, the Strand Magazine, the Tatler and the Daily Graphic. The Daily Graphic, founded in 1873 by a firm of Canadian engravers, was the first daily American newspaper with illustrations. It remained in publication until 1889.
Most realised prices include the Buyer's Premium of 18-25%, but not the HST/GST Tax.
(*) Text and/or Image might be subject matter of Copyright. Check with Bonhams auction house for permission to use.
(*) Text and/or Image might be subject matter of Copyright. Check with Bonhams auction house for permission to use.