George McManus Original 1939 Signed Ink Drawing Bringing Up Father Jiggs Cartoon For Sale

Offered is an original 1939 pen-and-ink drawing by legendary American cartoonist George McManus (1884–1954), creator of the iconic newspaper comic strip Bringing Up Father.
This charming original artwork features a small caricature of Jiggs, the beloved central character of Bringing Up Father, wearing a striped top hat and smoking his trademark cigar. Beside the illustration is McManus\'s distinctive, elaborate hand-lettered signature, dated 1939.
The drawing showcases McManus\'s recognizable artistic style, with expressive cartoon linework and an exceptionally decorative signature incorporating elongated vertical strokes and flourishes.
First introduced in 1913, Bringing Up Father became one of the most successful and influential newspaper comic strips of the twentieth century. McManus\'s characters, particularly Jiggs and Maggie, became internationally recognized figures in American popular culture.
This is an original hand-drawn ink illustration on paper, not a print or reproduction.
Details:
Artist: George McManus (1884–1954)
Subject: Jiggs from Bringing Up Father
Date: 1939
Medium: Original pen-and-ink drawing on paper
Signature: Signed \"Geo McManus\" in the artist\'s distinctive stylized lettering
Frame Dimensions: 7 × 7 inches
Presentation: Professionally matted and framed in a black wooden frame with Tru Vue conservation-grade glass offering 99% UV protection.
Condition: Vintage artwork exhibiting age-related toning and discoloration consistent with its age. Please examine all photographs carefully for condition and details.
An attractive example of original cartoon artwork by one of the pioneering figures in American newspaper comics. Especially desirable for collectors of original comic-strip art, early newspaper cartooning, King Features Syndicate memorabilia, and Bringing Up Father collectibles.

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