Godmother Collection (#2)

Cartoon, A great Christmas present, WW1
Cartoon, A great Christmas present. A soldier opens a wooden crate marked Very Fragile to find his godmother is inside it. Date: 1916

Silhouette. Cinderella. Cinderella, her fairy godmother and the ugly sisters. Date: circa 1910

Royal christening of the Crown Prince of Yugoslavia
Walking in procession to the royal chapel in Belgrade for the baptism of the infant Crown Prince; guests included the Duke of York, the Duchess of York, the Queen of Greece

Cinderellas Godmother and the Pumpkin, by Gustave Dore
CINDERELLAs GODMOTHER AND THE PUMPKIN, BY GUSTAVE DORE. engraved by Heliodore Joseph Pisan. Dore, 1832 - 1883, French. Engraving for the fairy tales in Fairy Realm, by Tom Hood the Younger

Costume design by Leon Bakst (1866-1924) for Carabosse, the wicked fairy godmother in The Sleeping Beauty. Music by Tchaikovsky. Choreography by Marius Petipa

Cinderellas Godmother and the Pumpkin, by Gustave Dorafaa
Cinderellas Godmother and the Pumpkin, by Gustave Dorafa

Cinderella and Fairy Godmother
Cinderella, sitting by the fireside, is visited by her Fairy Godmother. 20th century

Godmother / Mother / Baby
A young mother and her baby visit the babys godmother, who puts the pot on for a nice cup of tea Date: circa 1870

New Year Letter - 2
A Belgian girls traditional New Year Letter to her godmother

Gossip about Fairies 25
The original Tomb Thumb - hero of a 16th century nursery tale - was fortunate to have a fairy godmother, who protected him from the consequences of being vertically disadvantaged

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In the enchanting world of fairy tales, the a mystical figure who weaves magic and grants wishes. From Cinderella's Fairy Godmother to the Princess Gowramma of Coorg, these captivating characters have left an indelible mark on our imaginations. Pauline Baynes' "Fairy Tales of Winter - Cinderella" transports us to a realm where dreams come true. With her delicate brushstrokes, she brings to life the ethereal presence of Cinderella's godmother, who transforms rags into a magnificent ball gown. Arthur Rackham's illustrations in "Cinderella" further captivate us with their whimsical charm. His depiction of G ma, as he affectionately calls her, showcases a wise and nurturing figure adorned in flowing robes and surrounded by twinkling stars. Leo Fontan's painting titled "Sa Marraine" reveals another facet of this magical being. Dressed in vibrant hues against a green background, she exudes warmth and love as she bestows blessings upon those under her care. The repeating patterns inspired by the timeless tale of Cinderella take on new life with each rendition. Whether set against a yellow or green backdrop, they remind us that even amidst adversity, there is always hope for transformation through the intervention of a benevolent godmother. Leon Bakst's costume design for Carabosse in Tchaikovsky's ballet "The Sleeping Beauty" presents an intriguing twist on the traditional image of a fairy godmother. As wicked as she may be portrayed here, it serves as a reminder that not all they are created equal – some bring light while others embody darkness. Traveling back in time to 19th century Switzerland introduces us to yet another fascinating character known as the Godmother of Guggisberg. Her unique attire includes an elaborate tuft hat adorned with flowers and an embroidered dress that proudly displays her initials. This glimpse into history showcases the diverse interpretations of a godmother's role across different cultures.