An archive of illustration from c.1950-1975, shining a spotlight on pioneering illustrators and their work.

Modern Illustration is a project by illustrator Zara Picken, featuring print artefacts from her extensive personal collection. Her aim is to preserve and document outstanding examples of mid-20th century commercial art, creating an accessible resource for understanding illustration history.

Recent Additions

Format: Booklet

Year: 1964

Format: Leaflet

Year: c.1956-58

Format: Print Advert

Year: 1955

Format: Leaflet

Year: 1957

Format: Booklet

Year: 1955

Format: Leaflet

Year: 1967

Format: Print Advert

Year: 1959

Format: Bookmark

Year: c.1950s

Format: Bookmark

Year: 1959

Format: Beermat

Year: c.1960s

Format: Matchbox Label

Year: c.1960

Format: Playing Card

Year: 1958