The Pied Piper of Hamelin by Robert Browning, illustrated by Arthur Rackham, is a stunning edition of the classic German folktale, rendered with Rackham’s signature ethereal and whimsical artistry. Published by J. B. Lippincott Company, this version features Rackham’s exquisite color plates and intricate pen-and-ink drawings, which bring the eerie yet enchanting story to life. His depictions of the mysterious piper, the bustling medieval town of Hamelin, and the hypnotized children are both haunting and beautiful, blending gothic charm with fairy-tale magic. This edition is highly prized by collectors for its lavish illustrations and fine craftsmanship, embodying Rackham’s mastery as one of the greatest illustrators of the Golden Age of Illustration.
The Pied Piper of Hamelin – Illus. Arthur Rackham 1934 | 1st Edition
$350.00
- Author:
Robert Browning; Arthur Rackham illustrator
- Publisher:
J. B. Lippincott Company, 1934
- Binding:
Hardcover
- Condition:
Fine
- Size:
8vo
- Attributes:
First Edition, Dust Jacket, Illustrated
First US edition, first printing. Binding tight, internally fine, previous owner’s name on ffep. Original DJ rubbed around the edges, spine partially missing, price clipped. Four full-color plates and numerous B/W illustrations by Arthur Rackham. A Fine in a rare Good DJ.