Elves and Fairy Painters, from The Snowman

Date: 1899
Medium: watercolours, paper
Location: Victoria & Albert Museum, London, UK

The illustration shows two fairy creatures with wings that resemble fairies. On the left side is a fairy with dark hair dressed in a blue feathered outfit and holding a palette and a paintbrush. On the right is another fairy with blonde hair, dressed in a white Greek robe with butterfly wings, holding a test tube and wand. Both are wearing ornate headdresses and standing against a neutral background.

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Crane painted picture Elves and Fairy Painters, from The Snowman in 1899. Prevailing color of this fine art print is vivid and its shape is portrait. This art piece is located in Victoria & Albert Museum, London, UK. This image is printed on demand - you can choose material, size and finishing.

Walter Crane (1845-1915). English painter and illustrator, regarded as the most influential creator of the children books of his generation. He was influenced by Japanese paintings. In 1862, his exhibited his painting Lady Shallotte at the Royal Academy of Painting, but the Academy rather rejected his piece. His work includes sculpture, glass, ceramics and wallpaper. In his masterpieces, he applied the principles of clean and decorative design. Despite initial setbacks, he established himself as a painter, had several significant exhibitions and was a member of many professional organizations.