Dulac's Fairy Tale Illustrations in Full Color (Dover Fine Art, History of Art)

Jeff A. Menges [Editor]; Edmund Dulac [Illustrator];

ISBN 10: 0486436691 / ISBN 13: 9780486436692

Published by Dover Publications, 2004

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Dulac's Fairy Tale Illustrations in Full Color (Dover Fine Art, History of Art)
• Publisher: Dover Publications
• Publication Date: 2004
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0486436691
• ISBN 13: 9780486436692
• Binding: paperback
• Illustrator: Edmund Dulac
• Condition: New
• Weight: 37 ounces

About this title

Synopsis

One of the most influential (and most prolific) illustrators of children's books during the early twentieth century, Edmund Dulac brought countless fairy tales to life through his distinct artistic style, subtle use of color, and fanciful compositions. This archive of masterworks by the renowned illustrator — all reproduced from rare early editions — contains 55 of his most beguiling images.
Included are exquisite illustrations for "The Sleeping Beauty," "Cinderella," "The Snow Queen," "The Nightingale," "Princess Badoura," "The Real Princess," "The Mermaid," and other tales. Certain to delight fairy tale enthusiasts, this lovely collection will be treasured as well by lovers of fine art.

About the Author

French-born artist Edmund Dulac (1882–1953) achieved prominence during the Golden Age of Illustration. His work encompasses a wide variety of themes and styles, although he preferred to work in watercolors and remains best known for his imaginative illustrations for fairy tales and other children's books.