The Art of Elsa Beskow: 20 Pull-Out Frameable Prints - (Hardcover)

Book Synopsis

A beautiful collection of twenty pull-out frameable prints featuring iconic vintage illustrations from Elsa Beskow's best-loved books.

The picture books of Swedish author-illustrator Elsa Beskow (1874-1953) have been loved by adults and children alike for more than 100 years. From flower folk to curious elves, loving families to adventurous children, the prints showcase Elsa Beskow's classic whimsical style and celebration of nature.

• Includes iconic illustrations from Around the Year, Children of the Forest, The Flowers' Festival, Peter in Blueberry Land, Woody, Hazel and Little Pip and many more.
• Illustrations are printed on sturdy, high-quality card, using plant-based inks
• Add vintage artwork to a nursery, living room or bedroom: each illustration can be pulled out and framed
• The full-color prints, a selection of portrait and landscape images, are designed to fit in a 11x14 inch frame with mount or 8x10 inch frame without a mount.
• Sprinkled with quotes and line drawings as well as interesting information about Beskow's life and work
• This gorgeous gift book will appeal to Beskow collectors and new fans alike.

The Elsa Beskow collection, available in English from Floris Books, includes beautiful picture books, mini classics, box sets, an annual calendar and more.

Review Quotes

Praise for Elsa Beskow:

'Evokes the qualities and pleasures of each month with full-color illustrations of the sort to draw fascinated attention.'--The Wall Street Journal Holiday Gift Books Recommendation 2023 on Around the Year

About the Author

Elsa Beskow (1874-1953) is the most popular children's author-illustrator in Sweden. Often described as Sweden's Beatrix Potter, Beskow's picture books have been known and loved for over a century. Her charming stories of children and magical folk, accompanied by her signature illustrations, are known and cherished the world over.