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Welcome to Benvenuti’s Art
Gianni Benvenuti (1926-2005) was an Italian-born illustrator of children’s book. Both images are from ‘The Little Elf and Other Stories” (1960) retold by Jane Carruth. The book includes the following Hans Christian Anderson stories: The Nightingale, The Ugly Duckling, The … Continue reading →
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Tagged Childrens Books, fairy tales, Gianni Benvenuti, Hans Christian Anderson, stories, Vintage books
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You must remember this, a Kiss is just a kiss
Isobel Gloag – “The Kiss of the Enchantress“ c. 1890 This painting depicts a young soldier being trapped by a Lamia. Among the Greeks and Romans, a Lamia was a female demon who devoured children and whose name was used … Continue reading →
Posted in Artists A-Z, DarkArt, Gallery Art, Illustrations, Paintings
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Tagged #Posters, fables, illustrator, Isobel Gloag, Lamia, serpents, stained glass window designer, stories, Victorian artists
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