Briar Rose - The Thirteenth Fairy, illustration from Fairy Tales of the Brothers Grimm, translated by Mrs Edgar Lucas, published 1900

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"Briar Rose - The Thirteenth Fairy" is an illustration by Arthur Rackham, a renowned English book illustrator, for the 1900 edition of "Fairy Tales of the Brothers Grimm," translated by Mrs. Edgar Lucas. This particular illustration accompanies the tale commonly known as "Sleeping Beauty," though in the Grimms' collection it is titled "Little Briar Rose." Rackham's work is celebrated for its intricate detail, unique style, and the way it captures the magical and often dark atmosphere of the fairy tales it depicts.

Arthur Rackham (1867–1939) was one of the most prolific and influential illustrators of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. His work is characterized by its richly imaginative landscapes, precise line work, and muted color palettes, which often evoke a sense of whimsy and foreboding simultaneously. "Briar Rose - The Thirteenth Fairy" is a prime example of Rackham's ability to convey narrative through visual art, encapsulating the pivotal moment in the story where the thirteenth fairy, who was not invited to the christening of the princess, enacts her curse.

The 1900 edition of the Brothers Grimm fairy tales, featuring Rackham's illustrations, was published at a time when there was a resurgence of interest in folk and fairy tales, partly as a reaction to the rapid industrialization and social changes of the era. Rackham's illustrations played a significant role in defining the visual interpretation of these classic stories for generations of readers.

As an iconic piece within the oeuvre of Arthur Rackham's work, "Briar Rose - The Thirteenth Fairy" not only serves as a visual accompaniment to the Grimms' narrative but also stands alone as a work of art that continues to influence and inspire lovers of fairy tales and illustration. The image is emblematic of the Golden Age of Illustration, a period during which improved printing technology allowed for the widespread reproduction of lavishly illustrated gift books and helped cement the legacy of artists like Rackham in the annals of literary and artistic history.

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