Grimms Fairy Tales Collection (#4)

Hansel und Gretel (b / w photo)
2797985 Hansel und Gretel (b/w photo) by German Photographer (20th Century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hansel und Gretel. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

He begged her to open the ball with him
LLM460248 He begged her to open the ball with him by Margetson, William Henry (1861-1940) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: He begged her to open the ball with him)

Blow, ye breezes, blow, I say, Blow the goose-herds hat away
LLM460242 Blow, ye breezes, blow, I say, Blow the goose-herds hat away by Margetson, William Henry (1861-1940) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Blow, ye breezes, blow, I say)

Little Red Riding Hood
LLM460146 Little Red Riding Hood by Hardy, Evelyn Stuart (1865-1935); Private Collection; (add.info.: Little Red Riding Hood)

Hansel and Grethel
LLM460145 Hansel and Grethel by Hardy, Evelyn Stuart (1865-1935); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hansel and Grethel. Illustration for Grimms Fairy Tales (John F Shaw, 1928).); © Look and Learn

Hansel and Gretel: Hansel looking for hite pebbles by the light of the Moon (chromolitho)
1093211 Hansel and Gretel: Hansel looking for hite pebbles by the light of the Moon (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hansel and Gretel)

The Frog Prince with the princess, early 20th century (colour litho)
694886 The Frog Prince with the princess, early 20th century (colour litho) by Hock, Daniel (1858-1934) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Sleeping Beauty (engraving)
5210340 The Sleeping Beauty (engraving) by Crane, Walter (1845-1915) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Sleeping Beauty)

The Six Swans (engraving)
5210331 The Six Swans (engraving) by Crane, Walter (1845-1915) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Six Swans. Illustration for Household Stories from the collection of the Brothers Grimm)

"And so they made seven, all running together after Dummling and his goose"(litho)
3655554 " And so they made seven, all running together after Dummling and his goose" (litho) by Rhead, Louis John (1857-1926); Private Collection; (add.info.: " And so they made seven)

Karl thought he never tasted anything half so good before (litho)
3655542 Karl thought he never tasted anything half so good before (litho) by Rhead, Louis John (1857-1926); Private Collection; (add.info.: Karl thought he never tasted anything half so good before)

"Hark ye! My worthy friend, your pig may get you into a scrape"(litho)
3655541 " Hark ye! My worthy friend, your pig may get you into a scrape" (litho) by Rhead, Louis John (1857-1926); Private Collection; (add.info.: " Hark ye)

The cook got up early, before daybreak, to feed the cows (litho)
3655539 The cook got up early, before daybreak, to feed the cows (litho) by Rhead, Louis John (1857-1926); Private Collection; (add.info.: The cook got up early, before daybreak, to feed the cows)

The giant picked up Master Thumbling, to look at him as he would at a beetle or a cockchafer (litho)
3655538 The giant picked up Master Thumbling, to look at him as he would at a beetle or a cockchafer (litho) by Rhead, Louis John (1857-1926); Private Collection; (add.info)

The frog dived deep and came up again with the ball in his mouth (litho)
3655532 The frog dived deep and came up again with the ball in his mouth (litho) by Rhead, Louis John (1857-1926); Private Collection; (add.info)

Giant Golden Beard (litho)
3655530 Giant Golden Beard (litho) by Rhead, Louis John (1857-1926); Private Collection; (add.info.: Giant Golden Beard. Illustration for Grimms Fairy Tales by the Brothers Grimm with illustrations)

Hansel and Gretel: Birds eating the trail of breadcrumbs left by Hansel to find the way home (chromolitho)
1093213 Hansel and Gretel: Birds eating the trail of breadcrumbs left by Hansel to find the way home (chromolitho) by European School

Snow White (colour litho)
3649581 Snow White (colour litho) by Rhead, Louis John (1857-1926); Private Collection; (add.info.: Snow White. Illustration for Grimms Fairy Tales by the Brothers Grimm with illustrations by Louis)

The Frog Prince gives the golden ball he has recovered from the pond to the princess
694887 The Frog Prince gives the golden ball he has recovered from the pond to the princess, early 20th century (colour litho) by Payer

Miss Marie Du Bedat, as Sandman, the Sleep Fairy, in "Hansel and Gretel"(b / w photo)
726437 Miss Marie Du Bedat, as Sandman, the Sleep Fairy, in " Hansel and Gretel" (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Miss Marie Du Bedat)

She heard a gruff voice say, Good-morning, little girl
LLM460249 She heard a gruff voice say, Good-morning, little girl by Margetson, William Henry (1861-1940) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: She heard a gruff voice say, Good-morning)

Thumbling
LLM460141 Thumbling by Hardy, Evelyn Stuart (1865-1935); Private Collection; (add.info.: Thumbling. Illustration for Grimms Fairy Tales (John F Shaw, 1928).); © Look and Learn

They found their way home quite easily, for the moon shone brightly on the pebbles which Hansel had dropped by the way
LLM460241 They found their way home quite easily, for the moon shone brightly on the pebbles which Hansel had dropped by the way by Margetson

Sleeping Beauty, 1881
GG67564 Sleeping Beauty, 1881 by Eisermann, Richard (fl.1878-84); 96.5x144.8 cm; Private Collection; Photo eGavin Graham Gallery, London, UK; German, out of copyright

Snow-White (engraving)
5210330 Snow-White (engraving) by Crane, Walter (1845-1915) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Snow-White. Illustration for Household Stories from the collection of the Brothers Grimm)

The Golden Bird (engraving)
5210326 The Golden Bird (engraving) by Crane, Walter (1845-1915) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Golden Bird)

Faithful John (engraving)
5210337 Faithful John (engraving) by Crane, Walter (1845-1915) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Faithful John. Illustration for Household Stories from the collection of the Brothers Grimm)

Hansel and Gretel (chromolitho)
976389 Hansel and Gretel (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hansel and Gretel.); © Look and Learn

The Seven Dwarfs find Snow-White in their little bed (litho)
3655561 The Seven Dwarfs find Snow-White in their little bed (litho) by Rhead, Louis John (1857-1926); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Seven Dwarfs find Snow-White in their little bed)

"And so, pretty Roseken, you are come at last to see us?"(litho)
3655548 " And so, pretty Roseken, you are come at last to see us?" (litho) by Rhead, Louis John (1857-1926); Private Collection; (add.info.: " And so, pretty Roseken)

"What will you give me to do it for you?"said the Hobgoblin (litho)
3655546 " What will you give me to do it for you?" said the Hobgoblin (litho) by Rhead, Louis John (1857-1926); Private Collection; (add.info.: " What will you give me to do it for you)

The girl went on combing and curling her hair (litho)
3655544 The girl went on combing and curling her hair (litho) by Rhead, Louis John (1857-1926); Private Collection; (add.info.: The girl went on combing and curling her hair)

The bear grinned at his enemy, who, somewhat alarmed, ran back a few paces (litho)
3655540 The bear grinned at his enemy, who, somewhat alarmed, ran back a few paces (litho) by Rhead, Louis John (1857-1926); Private Collection; (add.info.: The bear grinned at his enemy, who)

The she laid them in the green grass under the juniper tree (litho)
3655537 The she laid them in the green grass under the juniper tree (litho) by Rhead, Louis John (1857-1926); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Water Of Life (litho)
3655536 The Water Of Life (litho) by Rhead, Louis John (1857-1926); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Water Of Life. Illustration for Grimms Fairy Tales by the Brothers Grimm with illustrations by)

Hansel and Gretel: Hansel and Gretel find the gingerbread house (chromolitho)
1093214 Hansel and Gretel: Hansel and Gretel find the gingerbread house (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hansel and Gretel)

Jacob Ludwig Carl Grimm (4 January 1785 a 20 September 1863) also known as Ludwig Karl, was a German philologist
illustration of a Jacob Ludwig Carl Grimm (4 January 1785 a 20 September 1863) also known as Ludwig Karl, was a German philologist, jurist, and mythologist

Sleeping Beauty, from a Berlin edition of Grimms Fairy Tales, 1865. Antique hand-colored illustration

PLIT2A-00025
Cover of Brothers Grimm tales from a German edition published in Berlin, 1865. Antique printed book cover

Jacob Ludwig Grimm
German philologist and folklorist Jacob Ludwig Karl Grimm (1785 - 1863), co-author with his brother Wilhelm of Grimms Fairy Tales

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Step into the enchanting world of Grimm's Fairy Tales, where imagination knows no bounds. From the captivating tale of Little Red Riding Hood to the timeless story of Rapunzel, these illustrations bring these beloved characters to life. The vibrant color lithographs transport us to a realm filled with wonder and magic. In 'The Lily And The Lion, ' delicate watercolors, gouache, and ink on paper create a mesmerizing scene that captures the essence of this classic fable. As we journey through Hanau in the 1930s, we catch glimpses of inspiration for these tales - perhaps it was here that the Brothers Grimm found their muse. Visiting Hanau transports us back in time, allowing us to immerse ourselves in the birthplace of these extraordinary stories, and is as if we can hear echoes from centuries ago whispering secrets about Cinderella or Snow White. 'The Three Little Men in the Wood' beckons us deeper into this enchanted realm with its vivid colors and intricate details. We find ourselves lost amidst towering trees and mysterious creatures who hold secrets waiting to be discovered. As we continue our exploration, 'The Goose Girl' captivates our hearts with its ethereal beauty. The delicate strokes capture both innocence and strength within this tale's protagonist. And finally, 'The Frog King or Iron Henry' enchants us with its rich hues and intricate patterns. This illustration reminds us that true love can break any curse or spell – a powerful message woven throughout Grimms Fairy Tales. These illustrations serve as windows into worlds where dreams come alive; they remind us why these stories have stood the test of time. So let your imagination soar as you dive into Grimms Fairy Tales – a treasure trove brimming with adventure, romance, and lessons that resonate across generations.