JOURNAL ARTICLE

Of Technology and Fantasy: Fairy Tales, Fables, and the Transformation of Illustration in the Long Nineteenth Century.

  • Published In: Gramarye, 2025, n. 28. P. 50 1 of 3

  • Database: Humanities Source Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Montañés-Lleras, Susana 3 of 3

Abstract

The article discusses the exhibition "Fairy Tales and Fables: Illustration and Storytelling in Art," held at the Cleveland Museum of Art from May 4 to September 8, 2024, which examined the evolution of book illustration from 1750 to 1950. It featured works by notable illustrators such as Gustave Doré and Arthur Rackham, highlighting how technological advancements in printing transformed the publishing industry and expanded the market for illustrated children's books. The exhibition showcased various artistic techniques and the interplay between illustration and literature, emphasizing the significance of fairy tales and fables in this artistic evolution. Additionally, it explored the impact of the Arts and Crafts Movement and the rise of private presses, which sought to produce high-quality, artisanal books in response to mass production. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Gramarye. 2025/12, Issue 28, p50
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Literature and Writing
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:20502915
  • Accession Number:190322737
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