Vintage WWI Ephemera Lot 1910s - 13pc C.H. Twelvetrees 'Some Babies' & Military For Sale
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Vintage WWI Ephemera Lot 1910s - 13pc C.H. Twelvetrees 'Some Babies' & Military : $49.00
Up for sale is an authentic, highly collectible 13-piece lot of American paper ephemera dating from the World War I era (circa 1917–1919). This cohesive collection features the iconic work of celebrated illustrator Charles Henry (C.H.) Twelvetrees, famous for his charming, wide-eyed children and satirical period humor.These pieces were carefully preserved from early 20th-century publications (including The Pictorial Review) and offer a fantastic glimpse into wartime pop culture and American illustration history.What is Included (13 Total Pieces):"Some Babies" Main Sheet: A large, rare central layout sheet explicitly signed and attributed to C.H. Twelvetrees.WWI Military & Period Theme Cutouts: Includes "The Poilu" (French Infantryman), "A Deep Sea 'Gob'" (US Navy Sailor), and "A Real 'Chocolate Soldier'".Circus & Humorous Illustrations: Includes "The Wild Man of Borneo", "The Greatest Roller-coaster Art on Earth", a world-famous trapeze expert, and various other children, fairies, and animal cutouts.Condition:These are genuine, 100+ year-old paper items. They show antique character, including expected edge wear, minor creasing, and light tanning/staining consistent with age. Please review the photos carefully to assess the exact condition of each individual cutout. The central graphics and text remain bright, clear, and highly presentable.Shipping & Handling:We understand the delicate nature of vintage paper. This collection will be packaged with extreme care, shipped completely flat between heavy layers of protective cardboard to prevent any bending or folding during transi