Who painted Cinderella?

Cinderella was painted by George Cruikshank in 1854.

Where can I see Cinderella?

Cinderella is held by Victoria and Albert Museum.

What movement is Cinderella?

Cinderella is associated with Realism.

Artwork

Cinderella

George Cruikshank , 1854

Cinderella is an oil painting by the Realist artist George Cruikshank. It dates from 1854 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.

About this work

Overview

George Cruikshank's 1854 oil painting, Cinderella, is a work of Realist art held in the Victoria and Albert Museum's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The painting illustrates a scene from the classic fairy tale Cinderella, depicting the titular character encountering a magical creature, likely a fairy godmother or a mouse, in a dimly lit interior with a cityscape visible in the background.

Technique & Style

Cruikshank's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and atmosphere, characteristic of Realist art. The artist's skillful handling of light and shadow adds to the scene's mystique.

History & Provenance

As a prominent British caricaturist and book illustrator, Cruikshank was known for his satirical works and collaborations with notable authors like Charles Dickens, earning him the nickname 'modern Hogarth'.

Artist & collection

Artist

George Cruikshank

George Cruikshank or Cruickshank ( KRUUK-shank; 27 September 1792 – 1 February 1878) was a British caricaturist and book illustrator, praised as the "modern Hogarth" during his life.