Buy andersens fairy tales illustrated junior library deluxe by andersen, hans christian, szyk, arthur, lucas, edward v, paull, h b isbn. We were creeped out by this very book when we were kids. Green cloth boards with gilt lettering look very nice, pages fine. Many people are familiar with the fairy tales written by the grimm brothers, but sometimes dont realize there were several different versions or collections by different authors. Because of his wonderful fairy tales, andersen became known as the greatest writer in denmark, and one of the most beloved childrens authors in the world. The ugly duckling and the little mermaid are andersens most intimate works. Details about 1945 hans christian andersen s fairy tales book arthur szyk illustrations art.
The book of ruth illustrated by arthur szyk fine copy 1947 heritage press. Edgar lucas, mrs h b paull, mrs arthur szyk a collection of fairy tales by hans christian andersen. Good condition, slight looseness, green cloth covers with color illustrated paste down color illustrated endpages. This is a beautiful 1945 edition of hans christian andersens classic fairy tales that we know and love. Hans christian andersen was first known as a poet, and his poetry won him many patrons and paid his way to travel throughout europe. Hans andersens fairy tales hot sale hans andersens fairy tales. Andersons fairy tales by hans christian andersen, arthur szyk. Andersens fairy tales hans christian anderse, arthur szyk, e. Andersens fairy tales illustrated junior library hardcover october 1, 1945. Vtg 1945 hardcover hans christian andersons fairy tales. Hans christian andersen anderson s fairy tales illustrated junior library editio.
Hans christian andersen fairy tales arthur szyk 1945 feb. Mar 29, 2012 this is the frontispiece of a 1945 edition of andersens fairly tales, illustrated by arthur szyk. See more ideas about grimms fairy tales book, jewish art and illustration. A collection of 29 of the bestloved fairy tales of hans christian andersen, including the ugly duckling, the snow queen, the red shoes, the princess on the pea, and the emperors new clothes. Library fairy tales hans for sale games, puzzles, and toys. Paul, bookplate to half title, ding to top edge of front cover, top corners slightly bumped, sun. They are in excellent condition, hardback without dustjackets but with a cardboard slipcase that shows its age. Arthur szyk was a graphic artist, book illustrator, stage designer, and caricaturist. Andersons fairy tales 1950 color illustrations by arthur szyk. Hans christian andersen andersons fairy tales illustrated junior library editio. Every illustration is a delight as well as the end papers. Both books and the case will be carefully wrapped and boxed for safe shippng. Vintage book hans christian andersens fairy tales, illustrated by helen stratton and published by blackie and sons.
These fairy tales are certain to bring hours of entertainment to children of all ages. Andersons fairy tales illustrated by arthur szyk 1945 vintage. Andersens fairy tales illustrated junior library arthur szyk. Vintage hans christian andersens fairy tales 1945 grosset. Andersons fairy tales by hans christian anderson, illustrated in color by arthur szyk. The early, blue velvetcovered trade editions 1956, 1957, and 1960 may be worth a few hundred dollars if the book and its original cloth and leather box are in fine condition, with no personal inscriptions. Andersens fairy tales hans christian andersen 1945. Grimms household fairy tales brothers grimm antique illustrated childrens book. Andersens fairy tales by hans christen andersen 1945 edition. Neatly penned name of former owner on the front free endpaper. Hans christian andersens fairy tales translated by mrs lucas and mrs paull. An assortment of three vintage clothbound hardcover books.
Andersens fairy tales by hans christian anderson ill. Arthur szyk was born into a prosperous middleclass jewish family in lodz, in the part of poland which was under russian rule in the 19th century. 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. Vtg andersens fairy tales 1945 in box illustrated junior. Book andersens fairy tales 1945 illus by arthur szyk grosset. No date given but inscription by previous owner dated 1930. If in fine condition, the 1940 vellum edition of the szyk haggadah signed by cecil roth and arthur szyk can command tens of thousands of dollars. An acculturated po lish jew, szyk always proudly regarded. Both books and the case will be carefully wrapped and. Andersens fairy tales by andersen, hans christian and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Deeply devoted to judaism, to poland, and to the united states, he created works that glorified their histories and their ideals, as well as the larger issues of democracy, civil liberties, and human rights.
Hans andersen s fairy tales 1945 hc illustrated junior library arthur szyk. The book is bound in green clothcovered boards with color pictorial endpapers, gilt spine decoration and a pasted front cover image. The ugly duckling, the emperors new clothes, the little match girl, and many more. Many of andersens fairy tales depict characters who gain happiness in life after suffering and conflicts. The artists signature and dedication to his granddaughter is in the book on the lap of. This collection of classic fairy tales by hans christian andersen, illustrated by internationally. Polishborn jewish artist arthur szyk was known for his richly detailed book illustrations and illuminations on jewish themes. Hans andersens fairy tales 1945 hc illustrated junior library arthur szyk. Arthur szyk 18941951 was a gifted book illustrator and illuminator, a skillful caricaturist, and a crusader for causes, this multifaceted artist ceaselessly defended the rights of jews and advocated on their behalf. Hans christian andersen, szyk, first edition abebooks. May 27, 2012 andersons fairy tales illustrated by arthur szyk 1945. New listing andersens fairy tales by hans christian anderson ill. I did some research on this book prior to listing it here on listia and this is what i found. The az challenge today features the letter p and since i have some momentum with the other tales, i decided to discuss the pardoners tale from chaucers the canterbury tales.
His first book of fairy tales was published in 1835. S grimms for sale discontinued and sold out products. Anderson s fairy tales by hans christian anderson, illustrated in color by arthur szyk. New york, grosset and dunlap, 1945 publication date. The admittedly beautiful edition of 29 of hans christian andersens fairy tales with illustrations by arthur szyk has modest value for so many available and shows a documented rare. Andersens fairy tales and grimms fairy tales 2 volumes in slipcase imprint. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Andersens fairy tales, inside cover illustration 1944, new york. Andersen s fairy tales illustrated by arthur szyk 1945 edition. The book is in vg condition with only minor cosmetic blemishes here and there.
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