Life, 1887-11-24 · page 1 of 20
Life — November 24, 1887 — page 1: what you’re looking at
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# "Life" Thanksgiving Number, November 24, 1887 This is the cover illustration for *Life* magazine's Thanksgiving issue. The cartoon depicts a cornucopia-style composition with a large central figure (appears to be a woman in period dress and wide hat) surrounded by smaller figures, cherubs, and abundant harvest imagery including corn and vegetables. The large scrolling text reads "THANKSGIVING NUMBER," indicating this is thematic holiday artwork rather than political satire. The style is typical of 1880s commercial illustration—allegorical and decorative rather than pointed commentary. The composition celebrates American abundance and the holiday tradition through romantic, classical imagery rather than satirizing current events or public figures.
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VOLUME 2x. NEW YORK, NOVEMBER 24, 1887. NUMBER 256. Entered at New York Post Office as Second-Class Mail Matter. Copyright, 1887, by Mrrcwatt & Mniiar. comicbooks.com