Read more read less inspire a love of reading with prime book box for kids. Be the first to ask a question about the little book of elves and fairies. Aug 09, 2014 ida rentoul outhwaite june 9, 1888 june 25, 1960 was an australian illustrator of childrens books. Illustration from the 1926 book, fairyland of ida rentoul outhwaite ida was an australian artist and illustrator of childrens books, known for her magical elves and fairies. Outhwaite ida rentoul abebooks abebooks shop for books.
The advent of elves and fairies received some attention in marcie muir and robert holdens 1985 account of her life and art, the fairy world of ida rentoul outhwaite. June 1888 25 june 1960, was an australian illustrator of childrens books. This illustration, entitled, fairy islands, from the book elves and fairies, 1916 is a fine example of her how her great skill in black and white she was a master of the line drawing is carried over. It was published in a limited edition of 1500 copies. Award winners book club selections books by author books by series coming soon kids books new releases teens books this months biggest new books. The little book of elves and fairies is illustrated throughout by the enchanting paintings and penandink drawings of ida rentoul outhwaite, the forgotten painter of fairies and fairlyland. Her most impressive books both in terms of sheer size and imagery are elves and fairies 1916 and fairyland, 1926.
Click to read more about the little book of elves and fairies by ida rentoul outhwaite. Her output includes some of the most delightful, soughtafter and valuable books, postcards and ephemera in the collecting world. This exciting mix of poems and stories about fairies will draw the reader into the hidden world of fantasy. Librarything is a cataloging and social networking site for booklovers. Vintage ida rentoul outhwaite postcard elves and fairies. Ida rentoul outhwaite books list of books by author ida. Before disney, ida rentoul outhwaite was bringing fairies to life, with a uniquely australian flavour. She loved to paint fairies that often played with the native kangaroos, koalas and kookaburras.
Ida rentoul outhwaite, also known as ida sherbourne rentoul and ida sherbourne outhwaite 9 june 1888 25 june 1960 was an australian illustrator of childrens books. The little book of elves and fairies by outhwaite, ida rentoul and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. However, we have never seen a deluxe signed copy with a number higher than 600. This must have ida rentoul outhwaite book is a great start for a collection. Ida rentoul outhwaite autumn fairy from the book elves and fairies 1916 elves and fairies was published by lothian in 1916 and was an amazing book for its time. The little book of elves and fairies hardcover october. Rentoul outhwaite ida rentoul abebooks shop for books. See all books authored by ida rentoul outhwaite, including the little book of elves and fairies, and the little world of elves and fairies, and more on. Ida rentoul outhwaite s fairy paintings why are ida rentoul outhwaite s fairy pictures so beloved in her native australia and around the world. Ida rentoul outhwaite s most popular book is the little book of elves and fairies.
However, fairyland was not greeted as the earlier book had been. A set of prints from fairy artist ida rentoul outhwaite. Few art books with color plates had been printed and this was one of the first. Rare illustration by ida rentoul outhwaite from her first deluxe series, elves and fairies, produced in australia by thomas lothian. Ida sherbourne outhwaite australian dictionary of biography.
The little book of elves and fairies is illustrated throughout by the enchanting paintings and penandink drawings of ida rentoul outhwaite, the forgotten painter of fairies. Her next production, in 1926, was the fairyland of ida rentoul outhwaite, a lavish volume similar to elves and fairies. Ida rentoul outhwaites exquisite illustrations and her sister annie rentouls whimsical verse bring these elves and fairies to life again in this beautiful new edition. An anthology of verse by ida rentoul outhwaite paperback, 1985 at the best online prices at ebay. Ida rentoul outhwaitequeen of fairyland everything by.
Elves and fairies by ida rentoul outhwaite, annie r. Oct 24, 2012 ida rentoul outhwaite, also known as ida sherbourne rentoul and ida sherbourne outhwaite 9 june 1888 25 june 1960 was an australian illustrator of childrens books. Ida rentoul outhwaites fairy paintings laughing elephant. Ida rentoul outhwaite has 19 books on goodreads with 599 ratings. Stevenson, mary gilmore, fiona macleod, alfred lord tennyson, eugene field, annie r. Australian illustrator ida rentoul outhwaite 1888 1960, best known for her winsome depictions of fairies, collaborated with her husband, grenbry outhwaite, on the enchanted forest, the little fairy sisters, and fairyland. She was masterful at depicting fairies and the natural world. The little world of elves and fairies illustrations by. Ida rentoul outhwaite fairies, elves, witches, mermen. Find out about the many types of elves and fairies, what. This book features some of the beautiful illustrations of fairies by ida rentoul outhwaite, 1888 1960.
Fairyland of ida rentoul outhwaite deluxe 1st printing. She loved to paint fairies that often played with the native kangaroos, koalas and kookaburras that populated her beloved bush land. Books by ida rentoul outhwaite author of the little book. She was rapidly rose to fame even the queen read her books as a child.
Shop the latest titles by ida rentoul outhwaite at alibris including hardcovers, paperbacks. Her four children frequently served as models for her illustrations. Jun 12, 2001 discover book depositorys huge selection of ida rentoul outhwaite books online. Ida rentoul outhwaite, as she was now known, published little in the decade following her marriage. Sep 10, 2014 ida rentoul outhwaite 1888 1960 was an australian illustrator of childrens books. In particular, ida left no personal papers or diaries. The little book of elves and fairies is illustrated throughout by the enchanting paintings and penandink drawings of ida rentoul outhwaite, the. This wonderful book was the pinnacle of ida rentoul.
A set of prints from fairy artist ida rentoul outhwaite ida rentoul outhwaite. The little book of elves and fairies by ida rentoul outhwaite. Ida rentoul outhwaite, also known as ida sherbourne rentoul and ida sherbourne outhwaite 2 9 june 1888 25 june 1960, was an australian illustrator of childrens books. Ida rentoul outhwaite her fairies and postcards ida rentoul outhwaite 1888 1960 was an australian illustrator of childrens books and most noted for her work depicting fairies. This australian childrens classic was first published by lothian in 1916. Pages can include limited notes and highlighting, and the copy can include previous owner inscriptions. From the online collection art of the australian fairy. While the text looks a tad dull and even perhaps a might distressing discussion of fairies stealing mortals, for example. Ida rentoul outhwaite, australian childrens book illustrator, died on this day, june she is best known for her depictions of fairy and fantasy themes and her first illustration was published in new idea in 1904 when she was 15 years old. Fairyland was intended to be limited to signed copies, as stated on the limitation page with ida s signature. The little book of elves and fairies ida rentoul outhwaite on. A recent search of literature has disclosed only scant work on ida s life and her book. Ida rentoul outhwaite archives douglas stewart fine books. Discover delightful childrens books with prime book box, a subscription that.
Rentoul outhwaite ida rentoul abebooks passion for books. One of the first fine art books printed in this country, it was published in 1916, just a few months after her publisher, lothian, released a similarly lavish production on the art of frederick mccubbin. Little book of elves and fairies by ida rentoul outhwaite, 97817405177, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. Emily dickinson ida sherbourne rentoul outhwaite 18881960 was an australian illustrator of childrens books known for her beautifully magical elves and. Working predominantly in pen and ink, and watercolour, idas illustrations mostly depicted fairies frolicking in australian settings, often in the company of australian native animals. Ida rentoul outhwaite fairies, elves, witches, mermen, and. Buy a cheap copy of the little book of elves and fairies by ida rentoul outhwaite. Little world of elves and fairies by outhwaite ida rentoul. Id like to introduce you to a collection of literary magical fairy beings of the sort that typically feature prominently in paneuropean fairy tales but here are living in the australian bush. Her books include elves and fairies 1916, the enchanted forest. Online shopping from a great selection at books store. Mar 02, 2016 ida rentoul outhwaite autumn fairy from the book elves and fairies 1916 elves and fairies was published by lothian in 1916 and was an amazing book for its time. Feb 26, 2020 ida rentoul outhwaite, also known as ida sherbourne rentoul and ida sherbourne outhwaite 9 june 1888 25 june 1960, was an australian illustrator of childrens books.
Oct 11, 2001 discover how to escape if you are pixyled, learn a spell to see the fairies, and much, much more. The little book of elves and fairies arrived in my mailbox yesterday. I have been collecting ida s books since i was 15 years old and i have a copy of this book for each of my two girls. Her magnum opus, elves and fairies, is still regarded as a pivotal moment in australian publishing history. Idas magnum opus elves and fairies was one of the first fine art books to be published in australia in 1916, and this limited edition goes for thousands of dollars today. Ida rentoul outhwaite, also known as ida sherbourne rentoul and ida sherbourne outhwaite 9 june 1888 25 june 1960, was an australian illustrator of childrens books. This wonderful book was the pinnacle of ida rentoul outhwaite s artistic career and won her national and international acclaim. Quarto, lettered cloth, in the very rare illustrated dustjacket chips to head and foot of spine, 103 pp.
Ida rentoul outhwaite rentoul outhwaite, ida used books, rare books and new books find all books by ida rentoul outhwaite and compare prices find signed collectible books by ida rentoul outhwaite english. The little book of elves and fairies is illustrated throughout by the enchanting paintings and pen and ink drawings of ida rentoul outhwaite, the forgotten painter of fairies and fairlyland. The success of the book, with its delicate watercolour plates. See more ideas about illustration, fairy land and faeries. Ida rentoul outhwaite author of the little book of elves. Fairy islands illustration by ida rentoul outhwaite, from the book elves and fairies written by her sister annie r. Aug 29, 2012 ida rentoul outhwaite, as she was now known, published little in the decade following her marriage. Fairy islands from the book elves and fairies 1916 by ida rentoul outhwaite. The little book of elves and fairies by outhwaite, ida rentoul a copy that has been read, but remains in clean condition. Little world of elves and fairies by outhwaite, ida rentoul and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Discover how to escape if you are pixyled, learn a spell to see the fairies, and much, much more. Some of the entries in book were written and illustrated in 1916, and later there were more additions for a 1985 edition. Thus the rich impressions of wideeyed elves and butterflywinged fairies that ida rentoul outhwaite so skilfully captured have proved, for many, the most satisfying embodiment of a hidden world. Ida was australias most talented childrens illustrator and is still the reigning queen of fairyland.
Ida rentoul outhwaite june 1888 june was an australian illustrator of childrens books. The little book of elves and fairies by ida rentoul outhwaite and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Described as being just as petite and dainty as her fairies, ida rentoul outhwaite was the first australian childrens book illustrator to achieve world fame. In the foreword to that edition we are told that the australian bush is aswarm with the oldest of beings. Revel in fantasies and imagination by holden, robert and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Published october 11th 2001 by buster books first published 1985. In 1926 ida illustrated a deluxe sequel more or less, titled fairyland. Discover book depositorys huge selection of ida rentoul outhwaite books online. Catalogue of ida rentoul outhwaite works and publications plus supplementary 4 page laid in listing and seperate price list. Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and check out our resources for adapting to these times. Women childrens book illustratorsida rentoul outhwaite. It seems likely that some deluxe editions were bound first and then when this expensive book failed to sell very well, the remaining pages were bound.
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