[Collection of Advertising Proofs]

$100.00

Original manuscript comics from the Business Cartoon Service.

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Description

A series of eight draft illustrations from the Business Cartoon Service of Chicago. Topics include golf (with a flapper!), WWI, Colonel McCormick, labor, and more. The group includes a racist caricature, probably of a Pullman porter.

The Business Cartoon Service was a commercial syndicate active in the early-to-mid 20th century that produced ready-made stock illustrations, cut-outs, and humorous vignettes for print media. Designed primarily for corporate newsletters, trade publications, newspapers, and regional advertising campaigns, its expansive output allowed businesses to incorporate professional artwork without hiring an in-house illustrator.

Map Details

Publication Date: c. 1918

Author: Business Cartoon Service

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Condition: B

Condition Description: A group of eight pencil and ink drafts on thick cardstock. Size varies from approximately 5.5" x 12" (Golf) to 4.5" x 9.25" (Attention!). Soiling and edge wear present on all examples, ranging from minor to heavy. About good condition overall for an uncommon set of originals.

$100.00

1 in stock