A fantastic original oil on board illustration by George Washington Hood exploring Swedish mythology, illustrating the story Silverwhite & Lillwacker in “The Swedish Fairy Book” published by Frederick A. Stokes. Caption reads “Then Silverwhite drew his sword with a great sweep, & rushed upon the sea troll.” From the Golden Age of Illustration this painting is a magical work that is beautifully framed and ready to enjoy, a 1921 First Edition copy of the published book with illustration featured on page 44 is included in the sale.
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| Above: Verso notations and title and caption in the artist’s hand |
George Washington Hood quick facts:
* Childrens’ Book Illustrator
* Illustration/Illustrator
Mediums
* Mixed-Media/Multi-Media
* Oil Paint
* Pen and Ink Drawing
* Watercolor
Subjects
* Figure/Figurative
* Genre-Human Activity
* History
* National Parks
Schools
* Art Students League of New York-Student
* National Academy of Design-Student
Chronology
* Early 20th Century Before 1950
* Late 19th Century-After Civil War
