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The Big Issue. Festive Edition

Bridgeman illustration of Andrew Carnegie used in festive edition of Big Issue for a feature on philanthropists. Born in Scotland in 1835, Carnegie moved to the United States and set up Carnegie Steel Corporation, the largest of its kind in the world. In 1901 he sold his business and dedicated his time to expanding his philanthropic work.

Barbie recreates artistic masterpieces

How does Barbie compare with the models who inspired the old masters? French artist Jocelyne Grivaud re-created famous artworks using the Mattel doll.

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The fall of Rome... and Berlusconi

We love this Economist cover featuring c19th painting of decadent Rome as re-imagined Bunga Bunga party. Artistic license at its best!

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Book Cover Art

Book covers using licensed imagery from Bridgeman Art Library in 2011-12

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The Big issue. Festive Edition, December 2011. The New Philanthropists feature.<br>Cartoon depicting Andrew Carnegie (1835-1918), 1903 by American School, (20th century)
The Big issue. Festive Edition, December 2011. The New Philanthropists feature.<br>Cartoon depicting Andrew Carnegie (1835-1918), 1903 by American School, (20th century)
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