Feature-rich Birds' Eggs- Antique Print

This original 1899 Vanity Fair artwork shows a suave gentleman lounging on his motorized bicycle, looking every bit the part of a man who’s both ahead of his time and fully confident in his style. With a cigarette in hand, a sharp suit, and a well-groomed mustache, he exudes the kind of effortless charm that makes you believe he invented the idea of being cool. The caption, “Automobile,” cheekily nods to the fact that while the world was just beginning to embrace motor vehicles, this guy was already riding in style.

Signed "Suth," this illustration is a perfect example of Vanity Fair's playful, satirical spirit. The artist’s bold use of color and attention to detail make it both a laugh-out-loud caricature and a vibrant snapshot of early 20th-century innovation. It’s a fun piece of history that captures the excitement of a new, fast-paced world—complete with all the flair and humor you'd expect from a Vanity Fair illustration.