Exquisite Fairy Tale Tinderbox Harry Clarke Print 1931 FREE Shipping

Antique Print Fairy Tale Fable Nursery Illustration ArtAn early and rare image of one of Harry Clarke's superb illustrations from Hans Andersen's Fairy tales. Irish illustrator, Harry Clarke (1889-1931), together with Rackham, Neilsen and Dulac, was one of the finest illustrators of his time. As with Aubrey Beardsley, with whom he is often compared, some of Clarke's finest work was in black and white. A vivid and often macabre imagination informs his work, and his fairy tale illustrations are superb.

A beautiful image illustrating 'The Tinder Box' in which the tinder box gives the soldier power over three magical dogs. As always with Clarke, the genius is in the detail - the soldier's clothing is exquisite - high topped leather boots and magnificent feather in his cap. Again, checks are a popular motif, with the large blue and white checked cloth being echoed in the pink and black edging of the cloak. Wonderful art nouveau candle sticks light the chamber and the dog stands on a plinth framed by decorative curtains. Lovely, rich colouring to this wonderful example of Clarke's work - a rare and beautiful print.

This print would be lovely for a child's nursery

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Antique print - Hans Anderson's Fairy Tales - There Sat The Dog With Eyes as Big as Teacups 1931

Guaranteed Over 79 years old
Sapphire Blue with Silver Border Line
10 X 12 inches
date 1931
NOT a modern reproduction

Rare Art Print

All mounts are hand cut to fit individual print measurements.


We specialise in decorative antique and vintage prints. Many of our prints are one-offs which you may never see again. All are of limited availability and second copies are often quite hard to find. Mounts are hand cut to suit each print and the result is unique; ready to decorate your home, or ideal to give as a gift.	Very Good - Very Slight Marking There is slight spotting caused by ageing which can only be seen if held to the light This is hardly noticeable and does not detract from the beauty of the print. A Note on condition: Minor imperfections are to be expected from antique prints due to their age and in many cases this does not affect the appearance of the print. Any blemishes that are noteworthy are described and shown in the picture where possible. Colours will vary slightly depending on your monitor Also Please Note: The watermark in the bottom right hand corner of the image does not appear on the print itself.

Antique print - Hans Anderson's Fairy Tales - There Sat The Dog With Eyes as Big as Teacups 1931

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