Folk Tale Collection (page 4)

"Is that you, my prince? I have waited for you very long"
3085941 " Is that you, my prince? I have waited for you very long", from The Arthur Rackham Fairy Book, pub. 1933 (colour litho) by Rackham

The engagement (chromolitho)
1093234 The engagement (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The engagement. Scene from the Pied Piper of Hamelin)

The rats (chromolitho)
1093231 The rats (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The rats. Scene from the Pied Piper of Hamelin. Liebig educational card.); © Look and Learn

Little Red Riding Hood

Little Red Riding Hood drops the butter and cake, 1842. Creator: Unknown
Little Red Riding Hood drops the butter and cake, 1842. From " Illustrated London News", 1844, Vol I

Little Red Riding Hoods mother gives her a pot of butter and a cake for her grandmother, 1842. From " Illustrated London News", 1844, Vol I

Little Red Riding Hood, 1842. Creator: Unknown
Little Red Riding Hood, 1842. From " Illustrated London News", 1844, Vol I

Little Red Riding Hood and the Wolf, 1842. Creator: Unknown
Little Red Riding Hood and the Wolf, 1842. From " Illustrated London News", 1844, Vol I

Little Red Riding Hood and the wolf disguised as her grandmother, 1842. Creator: Unknown
Little Red Riding Hood and the wolf disguised as her grandmother, 1842. From " Illustrated London News", 1844, Vol I

William Tell in the Market-Place of Altdorf, 1890. Creator: Unknown
William Tell in the Market-Place of Altdorf, 1890. 14th century Swiss folk hero of who, according to legend, was an expert marksman who assassinated Albrecht Gessler

House of Gessler, 1890. Creator: Unknown
House of Gessler, 1890. House of Albrecht Gessler, a legendary 14th-century Habsburg bailiff at Altdorf, whose brutal rule led to the William Tell rebellion

The Dervise Plucks the Hairs from the Cats Tail, 1906. Creator: Dalziel Brothers
The Dervise Plucks the Hairs from the Cats Tail, 1906. From " Chats on Old Prints", by Arthur Hayden. [T. Fisher Unwin, London, 1906]

The animal took me up with his trunk, and placed me on his shoulders, c1930. Creator: Frank C
The animal took me up with his trunk, and placed me on his shoulders, c1930. From " Stories from the Arabian Nights". [Nelson, c1930]

A breaker happily threw me on an island, c1930. Creator: Unknown
A breaker happily threw me on an island, c1930. From " Stories from the Arabian Nights". [Nelson, c1930]

Sindbad the Sailor, c1930. Creator: Unknown
Sindbad the Sailor, c1930. From " Stories from the Arabian Nights". [Nelson, c1930]

Aladdin discovers the Lamp, c1930. Creator: Unknown
Aladdin discovers the Lamp, c1930. From " Stories from the Arabian Nights". [Nelson, c1930]

The old man nimbly threw his legs over my neck, at the same time squeezing my throat, c1930. From " Stories from the Arabian Nights". [Nelson, c1930]

Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves, c1950. Creator: Shirley Markham
Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves, c1950. Book cover design. Shirley Markham (1931-1999) studied Graphic Design and Illustration at Central School of Art in London from 1950-1952

Prince Ivan on the Grey Wolf, 1889 (oil on board)
BAL87523 Prince Ivan on the Grey Wolf, 1889 (oil on board) by Vasnetsov, Victor Mikhailovich (1848-1926); Tretyakov Gallery, Moscow, Russia; Russian, out of copyright

Blondel, under the walls of Richards Prison, c1860, (c1860). Artist: John Leech
Blondel, under the walls of Richards Prison, c1860, (c1860). Blondel de Nesle (c1155-1202) under the walls of Richard IAEs (1157-1199) Prison

Queen Eleanor and Fair Rosamond, c1860, (c1860). Artist: John Leech
Queen Eleanor and Fair Rosamond, c1860, (c1860). Queen Eleanor and Fair Rosamund is an English folktale that depicts the encounter of Eleanor of Aquitaine (1122-1204)

Illustration to Skeats Fables and Folk Tales from An Eastern Forest, 1901. Artist: Frederick Henry Townsend
Illustration to Skeats Fables and Folk Tales from An Eastern Forest, 1901. Fables and Folk Tales from An Eastern Forest was a book by Walter William Skeat (1835?1912), published in 1901

CRANE: BEAUTY & THE BEAST. Walter Crane (1845-1915) illustration from Beauty and the Beast, 1874

ARABIAN NIGHTS: HAREM. A sultan in his harem. Drawing by Henry J. Ford for an 1898 English edition of Arabian Nights

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Old English devil. Hand-colored woodcut reproduction of a medieval illustration

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Demonic horned dragon of Hell. Hand-colored woodcut reproduction of a pen drawing in a French manuscript, La Magie Noire, Paris, 1800s

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Prince of Darkness on his throne. Hand-colored woodcut reproduction of an illustration from a manuscript of the 1400s

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Woman practicing sorcery with black cats as companions. Hand-colored halftone reproduction of a 19th-century A.B. Frost illustration

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Medieval monsters of land, sea, and air. Hand-colored woodcut reproduction from " Puch der Natur" printed in Augsburg, 1478

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The Roc, a fabulous legendary bird of great size and strength. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

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Sea serpent of Hans Egidius. Hand colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Hagen killing Siegfried
Siegfried, the warrior slain by Hagen in Germanic legend. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Sleeping Beauty, from a Berlin edition of Grimms Fairy Tales, 1865. Antique hand-colored illustration

Achilles in the Trojan Wars
Achilles in battle in the Trojan Wars. Hand-colored woodcut reproduction of a Greek vase illustration

SINBAD THE SAILOR Sinbad the Sailor, having fastened himself to the roc, is carried off and deposited in the Valley of Diamonds. Drawing, 1898 by H.J. Ford for Arabian Nights

ARABIAN NIGHTS: FISHERMAN. The genie comes out of the jar. Drawing, 1898, by Henry J. Ford for the Story of the Fisherman from Arabian Nights

ARABIAN NIGHTS. Morgiana dancing for Ali Baba and his son. Illustration by Walter Crane for an 1873 edition of " The Arabian Nights."

BEAUTY AND THE BEAST. The good fairy transforms the prince into a beast because of his wickedness. Drawing by Henry J. Ford, 1891, for Beauty and the Beast

Scheherazade. Illustration, 1922, by George Barbier
ARABIAN NIGHTS, 1922. Scheherazade. Illustration, 1922, by George Barbier

ALI BABA AND 40 THIEVES. Morgiana performs the dagger dance before the 40 thieves: wood engraving, 19th century, for the tale of Ali Baba from Arabian Nights

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"Unraveling the Threads of Folk Tales: From Beowulf to Puss-in-Boots" Step into the enchanting world of folk tales, where ancient manuscripts like the Beowulf page whisper stories of heroism and mythical creatures. Journey back to the Trojan War, witnessing Achilles' fateful encounter with Hector's demise, a tale that echoes through generations. Meet Tam O Shanter, a character from Robert Burns' folklore, as he embarks on his wild escapades in Scotland. Alongside him is a witch with her black cat, casting spells and weaving magic into these timeless narratives. Travel further back in time to witness Haakon Haakonson being brought to safety by the Birchlegs during the tumultuous 1200s. Their bravery resonates within these tales passed down through centuries. Friar Tuck's marriage to Robin Hood and Maid Marian adds a touch of romance amidst their daring adventures in Sherwood Forest. These legendary outlaws continue to inspire countless hearts even today. Enter Arabian Nights, where Scheherazade captivates Sultan Schahriah with her mesmerizing tales for one thousand and one nights. Her wit not only amuses but also prolongs her life against all odds. Unlock doors filled with anticipation as she trembles while opening them using that little key - what secrets lie beyond? The suspense lingers throughout this captivating journey across different cultures and eras. Marvel at Doonagore Castle standing tall on Ireland's coast since the 16th century; its ancient stones hold whispers of forgotten legends echoing over vast oceans. And who can forget Puss-in-Boots? This cunning feline companion dances through fairy tales, charming both young and old alike with its clever tricks and quick thinking. These glimpses into diverse folk tales paint an intricate tapestry woven by storytellers across time. They remind us that imagination knows no bounds when it comes to crafting tales that transcend generations, cultures, and even continents.