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. The book had been promoted, edited, and largely financed by her husband, the verse written by her sister andthe real drawthe fullpage pictures, in watercolor and pen and ink, had been created by. Ida rentoul outhwaite 18881960 the pool 1916 pen, ink and wash on paper signed ida rentoul outhwaite lower right 42 x 26 cm provenance fine arts societys rooms, melbourne dame nellie melba gbe, acquired from the above in september 1916 property from the collection of dame nellie melba gbe, sothebys australia, melbourne, 31 march 2015. This edition combines her glorious spirits of air, earth and water with much wellloved verse.
The last of the fairies illustration from the 1916 book elves and fairies by ida rentoul outhwaite. Ida rentoul outhwaites enchanting illustrations will appeal to children as much today as they did yesterday. Ida rentoul outhwaite, as she was now known, published little in the decade following her marriage. Ida rentoul outhwaite the nightingale from fairyland. Ida rentoul outhwaite 1888 1960, melbourne, victoria, australia. 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 paintings for sale ida rentoul. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. Outhwaite outlined how the agreement to create elves and fairies came about in a letter to the victorian governor, sir arthur stanley, requesting viceregal patronage of the book. Her output includes some of the most delightful, soughtafter and valuable books, postcards and ephemera in the collecting world.
The art of frederick mccubbin, and elves and fairies, showcasing the work of ida rentoul outhwaite. With its clothbound cover and highgrade paper, elves and fairies, and the exhibitions of her work that followed, propelled rentoul outhwaite onto the world stage. 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 illustrations by ida. Outhwaite, ida rentoul the shell fairy calendar 19241925 the british. Ida rentoul outhwaite australian illustrator anne rides on a nautilus shell the enchanted forest 1921 sea and bubbles snowdrop fairies februarys fair maids, by ida rentoul outhwaite sweet illustrated storytime illustration by ida outhwaite shes a dreamer, a doer, a thinker. Women childrens book illustratorsida rentoul outhwaite. Ida was australias most talented childrens illustrator and is still the reigning queen of fairyland. Emily dickinson ida sherbourne rentoul outhwaite 18881960 was an australian illustrator of childrens books known for her beautifully magical elves and fairies. Quarto, lettered cloth, in the very rare illustrated dustjacket chips to head and foot of spine, 103 pp. 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.
Outhwaite, ida rentoul elves and fairies of ida rentoul outhwaite verses by annie r. Catalogue of ida rentoul outhwaite works and publications plus supplementary 4 page laid in listing and seperate price list. 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. Ida rentoul outhwaite archives douglas stewart fine books. Ida rentoul outhwaite author of the little book of elves. Little world of elves and fairies by outhwaite ida rentoul. Ida rentoul outhwaite fairy postcard12 in 2020 mermaid.
She was the sister of ida rentoul outhwaite and the book is illustrated by the 16 year old ida rentoul outhwaite with 11 full page black and white. The success of the book, with its delicate watercolour plates. Ida rentoul outhwaite books list of books by author ida. W wikipedia citation please see wikipedias template documentation for further citation fields that may be required. 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. Dec 24, 2017 ideals are the fairy oil with which we help the wheel. What the animals thought the little fairy sister, 1923. The little book of elves and fairies by ida rentoul outhwaite. Ida rentoul outhwaite her fairies and postcards ida rentoul outhwaite was an australian illustrator of childrens books and most noted for the little one took his paws out of his mouth and looked rather startled. This wonderful book was the pinnacle of ida rentoul outhwaites artistic career and won her national and international acclaim.
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. 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. 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. Fairy islands from the book elves and fairies 1916 by ida rentoul outhwaite. Little book of elves and fairies by ida rentoul outhwaite, 97817405177, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. Why are ida rentoul outhwaite s fairy pictures so beloved in her native australia and around the world. In 1916 the lothian book publishing company issued two folio volumes featuring large colour plates of the work of two very different australian artists. Outhwaite, ida rentoul 18881960 worldcat identities. Ida rentoul outhwaite fairies, elves, witches, mermen. In 1926 ida illustrated a deluxe sequel more or less, titled fairyland. Ida rentoul outhwaite fairies, elves, witches, mermen, and. Buy the little book of elves and fairies by outhwaite, ida rentoul isbn. There are many more types of fairy than most people realise. She loved to paint fairies that often played with the native kangaroos, koalas and kookaburras that populated her beloved bush land.
Few art books with color plates had been printed and this was one of the first. From the book the little fairy sister 1923 by ida rentoul outhwaite and grebry outhwaite. Ida rentoul outhwaite was an australian illustrator of childrens books. It was published in a limited edition of 1500 copies. Stevenson, mary gilmore, fiona macleod, alfred lord tennyson, eugene field, annie r. Find out what people believed about them and how you should behave if you ever meet one. Enter your mobile number or email address below and well send you a link to download the free kindle app. 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. Fairyland by ida rentoul outhwaite grenbry outhwaite annie r. 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. Why are ida rentoul outhwaites fairy pictures so beloved in her native australia and around the world. Find all books by ida rentoul outhwaite and compare prices. See more ideas about vintage fairies, fairy land and fairy art.
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. 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 september 1916, ida rentoul outhwaite, a 28yearold illustrator, witnessed the publication of her most ambitious project. 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. Works on paper ida rentoul sherbourne outhwaite australian art auction records buy online, view images and see past prices for ida rentoul outhwaite untitled fairy girl on the lake watercolour and ink on paper. Biography ida sherbourne outhwaite australian dictionary. 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. The little book of elves and fairies illustrations by. Original illustration with many thanks to sofi for her generous permision. First published in 1928, this is an enchanting story of blossom, a little girl of london, who while she was sitting underneath the statue of peter panned in kensington gardens, wondered if fairies were real.
Illustrated with pen drawings by australian ida rentoul outhwaite. Poor 1st edition no jacket original blue cloth with gilt illustration. Her magnum opus, elves and fairies, is still regarded as a pivotal moment in australian publishing history. Ida rentoul outhwaitequeen of fairyland everything by. It starts with the title page, followed by the page.
Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Apr 14, 2020 ida sherbourne rentoul outhwaite 18881960 australian illustrator. Balance on web, by ida rentoul outhwaite the fairy swan my name is bonnie anne and i am 60 years old. The little green road to fairyland by annie r rentoul. Greeting card 6 cards individually bagged with envelopes and header. Ida rentoul outhwaite the mermans glass house modified. Get the best deal by comparing prices from over 100,000 booksellers. With its exciting mix of poems and stories, this book will draw you in to the fantasy world of fairies and elves. 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 to her color composition. 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. Rentoul author, ida rentoul outhwaite illustrator see all 4 formats and editions hide other formats and editions. Colour illustrated dustwrapper, again by ida rentoul outhwaite, with dark orange and black coloured titles to the front panel and backstrip.
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