Friday, April 10, 2026

The New Yorker covers: November 18, 1991


Over the years, there have been many magazines whose covers have featured the work of highly talented artists and illustrators. But probably no magazine has had more varied and memorable covers, over a longer period of time, than The New Yorker, which was founded in 1925.


William Waitzman
(covers untitled until February 1993)

And now, a few words from . . . Jon Stewart


Well, it turns out idiocy is bipartisan.

"What is art but a way of seeing?" Saul Bellow

"The White Horse," 1819, John Constable

Movie Posters, 1920: Two adults, please, and a large popcorn!


Thursday, April 9, 2026

The New Yorker covers: December 8, 1980

Pets come in many species, but cats and dogs are the most popular. The American Veterinary Medical Association reported in 2024 that the dog population in the U.S. stood at 89.7 million, while the cat population logged in at 73.8 million. The cute and lovable critters have worked their way onto the cover of The New Yorker more than a few times.


Jean-Jacques Sempé
(covers untitled until February 1993)

And now, a few words from . . . David Letterman


There's no business like show business but there are several businesses like accounting.

"What is art but a way of seeing?" Saul Bellow

"Summer Landscape (2)," 1910, William Brymner