Fairy Tales to Nursery Rhymes: The Droller Collection of Picture Book Art

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Mar 2 2019 - May 12 2019

Delaware Art Museum

Wilmington, DE

From the Brothers Grimm and Mother Goose to Dinosaur Bob and Bumble-Ardy, engaging stories and captivating images come alive in the art of picture books. We invite children and adults to climb into the magical world of children’s literature through this stunning collection of more than 100 original and imaginative illustrations.

Fairy Tales to Nursery Rhymes features selections from favorite traditional artists such as Randolph Caldecott, Arthur Rackham, and Kate Greenaway. Luminaries from modern era include Barbra Cooney, Jerry Pinkney, and Maurice Sendak. Imaginary characters, talking animals, and fantastical adventures are captured by artists representing eight countries.

Credit: Exhibition overview from museum website

  • Works on Paper
  • Randolph Caldecott
  • Arthur Rackham
  • Kate Greenaway
  • Barbra Cooney
  • Jerry Pinkney
  • Maurice Sendak

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