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Picture-Books In Winter (colour litho)
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Picture-Books In Winter (colour litho)
5217710 Picture-Books In Winter (colour litho) by Willcox Smith, Jessie (1863-1935); Private Collection; (add.info.: Picture-Books In Winter. Water now is turned to stone / Nurse and I can walk upon; Still we find the flowing brooks / In the picture story-books. Illustration for A Childs Garden Of Verses by Robert Louis Stevenson (Longmans Green and Co, 1905).); © Look and Learn
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In this lithograph titled "Picture-Books In Winter" artist Jessie Willcox Smith transports us to a whimsical world of childhood nostalgia. The scene depicts a young child and their nurse walking on frozen water, symbolizing the transformation of winter's icy grip. As they explore, their eyes are drawn to flowing brooks within the pages of picture story-books. This enchanting illustration was created for Robert Louis Stevenson's timeless collection of poems, "A Child's Garden Of Verses". Published in 1905 by Longmans Green and Co. , these verses have become an integral part of children's literature history. Smith masterfully brings Stevenson's words to life through her intricate artwork, capturing the essence of winter with delicate brushstrokes and vibrant colors. The image evokes a sense of wonderment and innocence as it invites viewers into a magical realm where imagination knows no bounds. It reminds us that even in the coldest season, we can find warmth and joy within the pages of beloved picture books. As we gaze upon this print from Fine Art Finder, our hearts are filled with fond memories of curling up by the fire on wintry nights, lost in tales that transport us far beyond our own reality. It serves as a beautiful reminder that literature has the power to ignite our imaginations at any age, making us forever grateful for those cherished picture books that shaped our childhoods.
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