Thumbelina Collection

Thumbelina flies off with her Fairy Prince
Thumbelina meets the Fairy Prince and flies off with him, and they live Happily Ever After. Illustration to a fairytale by Hans Christian Andersen, first published 1835

Thumbelina flies away on the Swallows back
Thumbelina escapes from the Field Mouse and the Mole on the back of the Swallow. Illustration to a fairytale by Hans Christian Andersen, first published 1835

Thumbelina kisses the Swallow goodbye
Thumbelina stands on tiptoe and kisses the Swallow goodbye. Illustration to a fairytale by Hans Christian Andersen, first published 1835

Thumbelina
Margarita Kareva

Thumbelina
Rikke Løndager Boisen

Cover design, Thumbelina, Pocket Series Story booklet
Cover design, Thumbelina, Pocket Series Fairy Stories booklet

Illustration to Thumbkinetta, by Hans Christian Andersen (1805-75) c
SC8315 Illustration to Thumbkinetta, by Hans Christian Andersen (1805-75) c.1872 (colour litho) by Boyle, Eleanor Vere (1825-1916); Victoria & Albert Museum, London, UK; English, out of copyright

Thumbelina - Hans Andersens Fairy tale. Scene from Thumbelina published by Raphael Tuck. Artist: Mabel Lucie Attwell circa 1912

Hans Christian Andersen: Thumbelina (litho)
6024115 Hans Christian Andersen: Thumbelina (litho) by Gaskin, Arthur Joseph (1862-1928); Private Collection; (add.info.: Thumbelina)

Thumbelina tends the poor bird (colour litho)
1630831 Thumbelina tends the poor bird (colour litho) by Anderson, Anne (1874-1930); Private Collection; (add.info.: Assorted images from various childrens Annuals circa 1940 s); Scottish

Venus and Thumbelina (Venus och Tummelisa), 1904. Private Collection

Thou Poor Little Thing! Said the Field-Mouse, c1930. Artist: W Heath Robinson
Thou Poor Little Thing! Said the Field-Mouse, c1930. An illustration from Tommelise by Hans Christian Andersen. From Hans Andersens Fairy Tales by Hans Andersen

Thumbelina begs the Field Mouse for food
A hungry Thumbelina begs for food at the Field Mouses house. Illustration to a fairytale by Hans Christian Andersen, first published 1835

Thumbelina curtsies to the Tiresome Old Mole
An unhappy Thumbelina curtsies to the Tiresome Old Mole, who falls in love with her and wants her to live with him underground

Thumbelina drawn by a butterfly down a stream
Thumbelina, standing on a leaf, is drawn downstream by a butterfly. Illustration to a fairytale by Hans Christian Andersen, first published 1835

Thumbelina ridiculed by the Lady Cockchafers
Thumbelina is ridiculed by the Lady Cockchafers, who laugh at her for having only two legs and no feelers. Illustration to a fairytale by Hans Christian Andersen, first published 1835

Thumbelina is born -- the flower opens and a tiny girl appears. Beginning of a fairytale by Hans Christian Andersen, first published 1835

Thumbelina and the Old Toad
An Old Toad tells Thumbelina that she must marry her ugly son. Illustration to a fairytale by Hans Christian Andersen, first published 1835

ANDERSEN & THUMBELINA Hans Christian Andersen (1805-1875) and one of his creations, Thumbelina. Drawing by Arthur Rackham (1867-1939)

ANDERSEN: THUMBELINA. Thumbelina rides on the waterlily leaf. Drawing by Henry J. Ford for the fairy tale by Hans Christian Andersen, 1894

ANDERSEN: THUMBELINA. Drawing by Arthur Szyk for the fairy tale by Hans Christian Andersen

ANDERSEN: THUMBELINA. Drawing by Arthur Rackham for the fairy tale by Hans Christian Andersen

ANDERSEN: THUMBELINA. Thumbelina tides on the water lily leaf. Drawing, by Henry J. Ford for the fairy tale by Hans Christian Andersen, 1894

ANDERSEN: THUMBELINA. Thumbelina brings thistle down for the swallow. Drawing, 1835, by Henry J. Ford for the fairy tale by Hans Christian Andersen

ANDERSEN: THUMBELINA. Croak, croak, croak was all he could say. Drawing, by Henry J. Ford for the fairy tale by Hans Christian Andersen

ANDERSEN: THUMBELINA. Thumbelina has to spin. Drawing by Henry J. Ford for the fairy tale by Hans Christian Andersen

ANDERSEN: THUMBELINA. We will call you Mayblossom. Drawing by Henry J. Ford for the fairy tale by Hans Christian Andersen

Sailing down the stream on a leaf. Drawing by Arthur Szyk for the fairy tale Thumbelina, by Hans Christian Andersen
ANDERSEN: THUMBELINA. Sailing down the stream on a leaf. Drawing by Arthur Szyk for the fairy tale Thumbelina, by Hans Christian Andersen

ANDERSEN & THUMBELINA. Hans Christian Andersen (1805-1875) and one of his creations, Thumbelina. Drawing by Arthur Rackham (1867-1939)

Little Thumbling (Thumbelina) by Charles Folkard. They saw the ogre striding from hill to hill. A fairy tale by Charles Perrault 1923

Thumbelina finds a Swallow by the Moles tunnel
Thumbelina finds a Swallow lying apparently dead at the entrance to the Moles tunnel. She wraps him in cotton wool, and the warmth brings him back to life

Thumbkinetta / Thumbelina
Thumbkinetta (Thumbelina in this version) says Yes in answer to the Princes question

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"Thumbelina: A Tiny Tale of Love and Adventure" In the enchanting world of Thumbelina, dreams take flight as she embarks on extraordinary journeys. Thumbelina flies off with her Fairy Prince, their love soaring high above the clouds. On the Swallow's back, she gracefully glides away to explore new horizons. With a tender farewell kiss to her loyal Swallow companion, Thumbelina bids adieu to a cherished chapter in her life. Her courage and resilience shine through as she embraces each new adventure with an unwavering spirit. The captivating cover design of "Thumbelina, " part of the Pocket Series Story booklet collection, beckons readers into a whimsical realm where imagination knows no bounds. Hans Christian Andersen's timeless tale comes alive through stunning illustrations that capture every magical moment. From Thumbkinetta's charming illustration by Andersen himself to other artistic interpretations like "Hans Christian Andersen: Thumbelina (litho), " this beloved story continues to inspire generations with its enduring charm. As we delve deeper into this miniature world, we witness Thumbelina's selflessness as she tends to a poor bird in need. The vibrant colors of the lithograph bring forth emotions that tug at our hearts while reminding us of the beauty found in acts of kindness. Intriguingly different is "Thumbelina" depicted on Renaissance panel in 1940—an oil painting that adds an air of mystery and allure to our tiny heroine's tale. And who can resist being captivated by "Venus and Thumbelina (Venus och Tummelisa)" from 1904—a fusion between classic mythology and fairy tales? Through these various depictions and artworks inspired by her journey, it becomes evident why Thumbelina has captured our collective imagination for centuries. She represents hope, resilience, and boundless possibilities—reminding us all that even the smallest among us can achieve greatness.