When did Arthur Rackham live?

Arthur Rackham lived from 1867 to 1939.

What movement was Arthur Rackham part of?

Arthur Rackham was part of the Art Nouveau and Fairy painting movements.

Where can I see paintings by Arthur Rackham?

Paintings by Arthur Rackham are held by Victoria and Albert Museum and Cleveland Museum of Art.

Arthur Rackham · Paintings, Biography & Famous Works

British, 1867–1939

Arthur Rackham was a British Art Nouveau artist. 11 works are cataloged here, principally at Victoria and Albert Museum. Arthur Rackham was born in Lewisham.

Arthur Rackham (19 September 1867 – 6 September 1939) was an English book illustrator. He is recognised as one of the leading figures during the Golden Age of British book illustration. His work is noted for its robust pen and ink drawings, which were combined with the use of watercolour, a technique he developed due to his background as a journalistic illustrator.

Rackham's 51 colour pieces for the early American tale Rip Van Winkle became a turning point in the production of books since – through colour-separated printing – it featured the accurate reproduction of colour artwork. His best-known works also include the illustrations for Peter Pan in Kensington Gardens, and Fairy Tales of the Brothers Grimm.

Works by Arthur Rackham

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Victoria and Albert Museum

6 works at Victoria and Albert Museum

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Cleveland Museum of Art

5 works at Cleveland Museum of Art

Works by Arthur Rackham

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