The Mad Teaparty - Storybook Classics Art Print

“We're all mad here." In 1907, Lewis Carroll's Alice's Adventures in Wonderland entered the public domain in the United Kingdom, sparking a wave of illustrated editions. Arthur Rackham's interpretation, released during this time, featured thirteen color plates and fifteen black-and-white line drawings. Rackham's distinctive, somewhat dark aesthetic stirred controversy initially, but it has since evolved into a unique and highly valued artistic contribution. Today, original copies of this edition are coveted by collectors for their unparalleled artistic significance. See this image on a greeting card! Arthur Rackham (1867-1939) stands as a celebrated British illustrator known for his intricate and somewhat eerie pen and ink drawings expertly combined with watercolors. This unique technique, born during his early career as a journalistic illustrator, set him apart. Hailing from London, Rackham nurtured his artistic talents at the Lambeth School of Art, establishing a solid foundation fo