The Arthur Rackham Treasury: 86 Full-Color Illustrations (Dover Fine Art, History of Art) - Softcover

Rackham, Arthur

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0486446859 ISBN 13: 9780486446851

Publisher: Dover Publications, 2005

Synopsis

This stunning treasury features full-page plates of the finest works by the famed English artist, Arthur Rackham (1867–1939). A leading figure in the early twentieth century's Golden Age of Illustration, Rackham interpreted scenes from such diverse material as fairy tales, Wagnerian opera, and Shakespearean comedy. His memorable images, which combine whimsy, romance, and sophistication, continue to enchant children and adults alike.
Magnificently reprinted from more than 25 rare early editions, these 86 illustrations were selected from hundreds of possibilities and include many plates that have not been reproduced in decades. They span Rackham's career — from his landmark 1905 edition of Rip Van Winkle to masterworks such as Undine and A Midsummer Night's Dream and his final publication, Wind in the Willows, in 1939. Art lovers, book collectors, and anyone with an appreciation for imaginative visual storytelling will prize this marvelous treasury.

About this title

About the Author:

A leading figure in the early 20th century's Golden Age of Illustration, English artist Arthur Rackham (1867–1939) brought countless stories and fairy tales to life through his vivid imagination and eye for telling details. Rackham interpreted scenes from fairy tales, Wagnerian opera, and Shakespearean comedy. His memorable images, which combine whimsy, romance, and sophistication, continue to enchant children and adults alike.

About this edition

• Publisher: Dover Publications
• Publication date: 2005
• ISBN 10: 0486446859
• ISBN 13: 9780486446851
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 96
• Editor: Menges Jeff A.