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harper's new monthly magazine

    A whimsical turn of the last century illustration, this watercolor and gouache painting by John Frederick (Fred) Nankivel is a delightful piece of childhood fantasy.  With soft, neutral tones that capture the ethereal play of sunlight pressing through the water’s surface, it is a beautiful contrast to the murky underwater environment. Two young […]

Submarine Pets

Artist: Fred Nankivel

Filed Under: Illustration & Advertising Art, Sorry, It's Sold
Tagged With: 1900s, gouache, harper's new monthly magazine, illustration, mermaid
Added to Gallery: October 11, 2018

 

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