Smith Arthur Talbot (Major)

Year working: Working 1886 - 1968

Punch magazine cartoonist (1902-1914) along with many of the other popular magazines of the time. Also illustrated books. Major Arthur Smith was born in Canton China but educated at Whitgift School. Had art training at Croydon College and fought in the 1st War. For more details and list of illustrated publications see Bear Alley reference.

Punch - January 1912 cartoon.

Original pen and ink cartoon. "Good gracious' what are all the Rolls-Royces doing in the ballroom?" "They are prizes in the spot dances I expect. The Midases always do one pretty decently."