Humorist Collection

D. B. Wyndham-Lewis
Dominic Bevan Wyndham-Lewis (1891 - 1969), British writer, editor and biographer. Contributor to the Daily Express, The Bystander and the News Chronicle

The Humorist - Easter Number front cover, Heath Robinson
Spring Handicaps. Front cover of The Humorist magazine featuring a glorious cartoon by William Heath Robinson showing the chaos created on the roads by spring romances. Date: 1937

The Humorist Easter Number 1938
The Humorist Easter Number front cover illustrated by William Heath Robinson featuring two exhausted cyclists sleeping off a picnic lunch, unaware that somebody is riding away on their tandem bicycle

SAMUEL LANGHORNE CLEMENS (1835-1910). Aka Mark Twain. American humorist and writer. Photographed c1900

The Humorist Cover 1939
A jolly cover by William Heath Robinson showing a couple on a motor cycle helping themselves, in transit, to a picnic hamper on the back of a car

P G Wodehouse, smoking cigar, portrait (b / w photo)
5998065 P G Wodehouse, smoking cigar, portrait (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: P G Wodehouse, smoking cigar, portrait.); © Look and Learn

Front cover, Derby Supplement
The front cover of the Derby Supplement, with vignettes of Lady James Douglas and Lord Woolavington at the top, and a reproduction of a painting by Alfred Munnings

Thomas Hood, 1799 To 1845. British Humorist And Poet. Fom The Book The Complete Poetical Works Of Thomas Hood Published 1906

Edward VII and Mark Twain
3789362 Edward VII and Mark Twain; (add.info.: Edward VII and Mark Twain - meeting at garden party at Windsor in 1907. EVII)

Edward VII and Mark Twain
3785271 Edward VII and Mark Twain; (add.info.: Edward VII and Mark Twain - meeting at garden party at Windsor in 1907. EVII)

Edward VII and Queen Alexandra of England at the Opera in London, 19th century (engraving)
3789363 Edward VII and Queen Alexandra of England at the Opera in London, 19th century (engraving) by English School, (19th century); (add.info)

Cartoon, Houses of Parliament, London. 1924

The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn
Mark Twain (1835-1910). American writer. The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn, 1885. Engraving by M. Klinkicht

USA, Oklahoma, Oologah, Will Rogers birthplace

Tom Hood, humorist and playright, Victorian period

Charlie Chaplin (1889 - 1977) in Charlot (b/w photo)
1705897 Charlie Chaplin (1889 - 1977) in Charlot (b/w photo) by English Photographer

Charles Godfrey Leland, between 1855 and 1865. Creator: Unknown
Chas. Godfrey Leland, between 1855 and 1865. [Humorist, folklorist]

Frederick Swartwout Cozzens, between 1855 and 1865. Creator: Unknown
Fred S. Cozzens, between 1855 and 1865. [Writer, humorist, wine merchant. Father of the marine artist Fred S. Cozzens]

Thomas B. Thorpe, between 1855 and 1865. Creator: Unknown
Thomas B. Thorp, between 1855 and 1865. [Humorist, painter, illustrator, and author]

Artemus Ward, between 1855 and 1865. Creator: Unknown
Artemas Ward, Jr. [sic], between 1855 and 1865. [Humorist writer, lecturer and performer Charles Farrar Browne, better known as Artemus Ward; considered to be Americas first stand-up comedian]

Julia Bartet, c. 1890 (b / w photo)
1731062 Julia Bartet, c. 1890 (b/w photo) by French Photographer, (19th century); (add.info.: Julia Bartet was the stage name of Jeanne-Julie Regnault (28 October 1854 - 18 November 1941)

Portrait of Mark Twain, 1907 (silver print)
3036301 Portrait of Mark Twain, 1907 (silver print) by Bradley (fl.1899); (add.info.: Portrait of Mark Twain by A.F. Bradley (American, fl)

Mark Twain (1835-1910). A pen sketch by John W Alexander (1856-1915) of Samuel Langhorne Clemens, known by his pen name Mark Twain, an American writer, humorist, entrepreneur, publisher, and lecturer

The poet Baldini drinking in Melosis bar (chalk, pen & ink and wash on paper)
CH451427 The poet Baldini drinking in Melosis bar (chalk, pen & ink and wash on paper) by Mola, Pier Francesco (1612-66); 19.7x26.6 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

W Heath Robinson, portrait (b / w photo)
5998063 W Heath Robinson, portrait (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: W Heath Robinson, portrait. Credit: Ronald Procter.); © Look and Learn

Cartoon, Installing the tent. 1923

Advert, Toupes and wigs for men from C Bond & Son, Duke Street, Grosvenor Square, London W1. 1923

Advert, Thermos Ice Cream Jars. 1923

Cartoon, Sun bathing with rapid action globes. 1923

Advert, Married Love by Dr Marie Stopes. 1923

Cartoon, Seaside Lending Library. 1923

Cartoons, Some Probable Inventions for 1924. 1924

Advert, Heath Robinson in The Daily News
Advert, Heath Robinson presents Mr Spodnoodle in The Daily News. 1923

Cartoon, Girl at the grocers shop. 1924

Cartoon, Fortune teller visit. 1923

Cartoon, We forgot to cancel the milk! 1923

Cartoon, The Dream of the Cigarette Card Collector
Cartoon, The Dream of Cigarette Card Collector. 1923

Cartoon, Why don t you look where you re going? 1923

Cartoon, Child sent to bed for misbehaviour. 1923

Cartoon, Channel swimmer asked for passport. 1923

Cartoon, Alone At Last! 1923

Cartoon, boarding house landlady and guest. 1923

Cartoon, The Bedtime Story, now delivered via the radio. 1923

Bruce Bairnsfather drawing 1939
Captain Bruce Bairnsfather (1887 - 1959), British cartoonist and illustrator, photographed as he works on a drawing of Old Bill

Mark Twain (engraving)
3099801 Mark Twain (engraving) by Waddy, Frederick (1848-1901); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mark Twain. Illustration for Cartoon Portraits and Biographical Sketches of Men of the Day)

Autograph letter to Mrs. Wren, 13th December 1888 (pen & ink on paper)
808659 Autograph letter to Mrs. Wren, 13th December 1888 (pen & ink on paper) by Wilde, Oscar Fingal O Flahertie Wills (1854-1900); Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; Irish, out of copyright

Florence Anne Claxton, 1860s. Creator: John & Charles Watkins
Florence Anne Claxton, 1860s

Francis Sylvester Mahony (Father Prout), c1860, (c1880). Creator: Lesage
Francis Sylvester Mahony (Father Prout), c1860, (c1880). Francis Sylvester Mahony (1804-1866), also known by the pen name Father Prout, was an Irish humorist and journalist

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"D. B. Wyndham-Lewis: The Mastermind Behind The Humorist" Step into the world of laughter and wit with D. B. Wyndham-Lewis, the brilliant mind behind The Humorist magazine. As you gaze upon the Easter Number front cover, illustrated by none other than Heath Robinson himself, you can't help but feel a sense of anticipation for the hilarity that awaits within. P. G. Wodehouse, captured in a timeless black and white portrait, exudes charm as he puffs on his cigar – a true embodiment of the quintessential humorist. In the pages of The Humorist Easter Number 1938, Wodehouse's comedic genius shines through every line and brings joy to readers far and wide. But let us not forget Samuel Langhorne Clemens, better known as Mark Twain – an American humorist and writer who left an indelible mark on literary history. His presence graces the cover of The Humorist 1939 edition, reminding us all of his enduring legacy in comedy. As we delve further into this treasure trove of amusement, we encounter Thomas Hood – a British humorist and poet whose words have stood the test of time. From his book "The Complete Poetical Works Of Thomas Hood, " published in 1906, we are reminded once again that laughter knows no bounds or borders. And there he is again – P. G. Wodehouse making another appearance. This time alongside Tom Hood during Victorian times when humor was at its peak. These two masters bring their unique brand of mirth to life with each stroke of their pens. In this captivating journey through history's greatest humorists' lives and works showcased by The Humorist magazine covers over various eras; one thing becomes abundantly clear - these individuals possessed an extraordinary ability to tickle our funny bones while simultaneously touching our hearts.