Edgar Norfield (1895 – 1977): An original vintage illustration of stylised ladies, entitled “Father has ruined my youth, he’s kicked him down the stairs”, circa 1940s/ 1950s.

The painting is in ink and multi coloured wash on artists board. We believe this humorous illustration was produced for Men Only magazine. Initialled by the artist to lower right artwork “EN”.

Dimensions: 39.5cm high x 27.25cm wide

Condition report: Overall very good condition – Some rounding to board corners, uneven cut line to left edge, tape residue visible to lower edge and board reverse, some staining in places, displays well.

The Artist

Edgar Norfield (1895 – 1977) was a British illustrator, cartoonist and painter. Originally born in Cambridge, he studied at the Cambridge School of Art and later Hassall School of Art in London. During his career Norfield, produced amusing and slightly risqué drawings for a number of magazines including Punch and Men Only. He frequently worked as an illustrator of both adult and childrens literature some of his most recognisable works are  worked included in books by Reginald Arkell, C.R. Benstead and Paul Gallico.

To watch Edgar Norfield at work for Punch see this British Pathe film:

https://www.britishpathe.com/video/edgar-norfield-issue-title-sign-please

Further works by this artist are available to purchase in our store see:

EDGAR NORFIELD (1895 – 1977): An original illustration for Men Only magazine entitled “I’ve just hit the Head on the nail”, dated April 1954

Dimensions: 39.5cm high x 27.25cm wide

Price: £110

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Condition Report: Overall very good condition – Some rounding to board corners, uneven cut line to left edge, tape residue visible to lower edge and board reverse, some staining in places, displays well.