ANTIQUE Hand-Coloured Print c.1850 | Humorous Victorian Fishing Cartoon | Framed Sporting Art

This is a charming antique print from the mid-19th century, depicting a humorous scene of a fisherman falling into a river. These comic sporting prints were very popular during the Victorian era.

Key Features & Authenticity:

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• Age: Circa 1850 (Victorian Era, confirmed by the handwritten label on the reverse).

• Note: The hand-written tag states "Print is over 150 years old / dated c 1850 / 19 century cartoon / Original hand coloured."

• Subject: Humorous Sporting/Genre Scene. Features a plump, unlucky angler clinging to a broken branch above a pond or river.
• Artist: Unknown (common for magazine cartoons of the era)
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Condition:

• Print: The paper shows clear signs of age, including overall toning (yellowing) and some foxing (small brown/dark spots). This wear is expected for a genuine print from the 1850s.
• Frame: The print is presented in a modern, simple gilt/gold-tone frame and has been re-matted. The frame backing is a simple board with paper tape, which is common for re-framed vintage items.
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• Dimensions (Framed):

• Height: 29 cm (approx. 11.4 inches)
• Width: 24 cm (approx. 9.4 inches)
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A highly collectible piece of 19th-century British comic and sporting history!