Mistakes Will Happen — 1898 Theatre Poster

Mistakes Will Happen is a colorful 1898 theatrical poster advertising the comedy written by Grant Stewart. Two elaborately dressed men dominate the foreground while a lively crowd gathers behind them, creating a humorous scene filled with top hats, canes, formal clothing, and expressive period characters.

Large cream lettering against dark panels gives the poster an especially bold graphic presence. Warm orange, pink, black, cream, blue, and muted green enrich the detailed color lithography. Produced by Strobridge Lith. Co. in Cincinnati and New York, the work captures the theatrical energy, visual humor, and elaborate commercial printing of late-19th-century American entertainment.

Artwork Details

• Artist: Strobridge & Co. Lith.
• Title: Mistakes Will Happen
• Original title: Mistakes will happen written by Grant Stewart
• Series: Theatrical Poster Collection
• Date: 1898
• Period: 19th Century
• Place of Origin: Cincinnati and New York, United States
• Medium: Color lithograph

Framed Print Details

• Fine art printing: Professional 12-color fine art printing technology produces vivid, accurate colors with strong tonal depth and significantly greater nuance than standard 4-color inkjet printing.
• Paper: Smooth premium matte paper with a clean, glare-free finish.
• Paper weight: 200 gsm (80 lb).
• Paper thickness: 0.26 mm (10.3 mils).
• Frame material: Durable pine wood.
• Frame dimensions: Approximately 20 mm (0.79 in) deep and 10–14 mm (0.4–0.6 in) wide.
• Protection: Shatterproof plexiglass protects the print while keeping the framed artwork lightweight.
• Ready to hang: A hanging kit is included, allowing the framed print to be mounted directly on the wall.
• Available sizes: Offered in a range of sizes to suit different spaces.
• Materials: Printed using FSC-certified paper and wood where available.
• Production: Each framed print is produced to order through a trusted international network of professional print studios.
• Shipping: Worldwide shipping is available.
• Made to order: There is no minimum order quantity. Each piece is printed and assembled on demand, reducing unnecessary stock and waste.

Exact frame dimensions, component availability, and production specifications may vary slightly depending on the selected size and destination.