Vanity Fair was a British weekly magazine that was published from 1868 to 1914. Founded by Thoomas Gibson Bowles in London, the magazine included articles on fashion, theatre, current events as well as word games and serial fiction. The cream of the periods "society magazines", it is best known for its witty prose and caricatures of famous people of Victorian & Edwardian society, including artists, athletes, royalty, statesmen, scientists, authors, actors, business people and scholars.
One of their most popular features was 'Men of the Day'. Naturally, Thomas Henry Ismay, owner of the White Star Line was an obvious choice and as well as the wonderful chromolithograph, a full page biography of him is printed on the reverse.
Image size is approximately 18.5cms by 31.5cms.
Professionally & beautifully framed by a specialist dealer in London many years ago, it's in superb condition, this is a very rare opportunity to acquire 'the real thing' and a solid investment opportunity at this bargain price!!
Hang it on your office/man cave wall and enjoy it!