They grew until nothing but the tops of the castle towers could be seen (1910)

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This enchanting illustration by Edmund Dulac, titled "They grew until nothing but the tops of the castle towers could be seen," originates from his work in the early 20th century, specifically from the year 1910. The painting captures a mystical, slightly eerie landscape scene, typical of Dulac's evocative style, known for blending elements of fantasy with realistic detail.The artwork depicts two children in an overgrown, wild landscape. One, seemingly older, carries a basket and a woodcutter's axe, while the younger one, who appears curious and observant, carries a smaller basket. The background shows dense, verdant foliage and twisted, gnarly trees that add to the magical and dreamlike quality of the scene. Intriguingly, in the distance, only the tops of castle towers are visible, suggesting a narrative of a once grand castle now overtaken by nature's relentless growth.This piece is a beautiful representation of Dulac's artistry, where the play of color and light against shadow creates a mood of wonder and an almost palpable sense of adventure and story.

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Edmund Dulac (born Edmond Dulac; 22 October 1882 – 25 May 1953) was a French-British naturalised magazine illustrator, book illustrator and stamp designer. Born in Toulouse he studied law but later turned to the study of art at the École des Beaux-Arts. He moved to London early in the 20th century and in 1905 received his first commission to illustrate the novels of the Brontë Sisters. During World War I, Dulac produced relief books and when after the war the deluxe children's book market shrank he turned to magazine illustrations among other ventures. He designed banknotes during World War II and postage stamps, most notably those that heralded the beginning of Queen Elizabeth II's reign.