Arthur Rackham's Book of Pictures figure studies

figure studies

subtly shaded motifs still retain their enormous appeal almost a century after they were first printed

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Arthur Rackham's Book of Pictures figure studiesWith his distinctive blend of humor and romance, English illustrator Arthur Rackham (18671939) recaptured scenes from a thrilling fairy tale world a realm shadowed by danger, yet suffused with a sense of sweetness and light. His images enjoyed both popular and critical success, conveying a mood of joy and wonder in a style that has influenced generations of children and artists. This splendid survey of Rackham's early, preWorld War II work features 44