Home > Arts > Artists > N > Peter Newell
"Old Father William standing on his head", illustration for Lewis Carroll
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Fine Art Finder
"Old Father William standing on his head", illustration for Lewis Carroll
4075080 " Old Father William standing on his head", illustration for Lewis Carrolls Alices Adventures in Wonderland, 1901 (litho) by Newell, Peter (1862-1924); Private Collection; (add.info.: Published in Alices Adventures in Wonderland by Lewis Carroll, Harper and Brothers, 1901;
Alices Adventures in Wonderland (commonly shortened to Alice in Wonderland) is an 1865 novel written by English author Charles Lutwidge Dodgson under the pseudonym Lewis Carroll. It tells of a girl named Alice falling through a rabbit hole into a fantasy world populated by peculiar, anthropomorphic creatures. The tale plays with logic, giving the story lasting popularity with adults as well as with children. It is considered to be one of the best examples of the literary nonsense genre. Its narrative course, structure, characters, and imagery have been enormously influential in both popular culture and literature, especially in the fantasy genre; ); Prismatic Pictures; American, out of copyright
Media ID 23660108
© Prismatic Pictures / Bridgeman Images
1901 Adventures Alice Alices Carroll Charles Childrens Dodgson Fantastical Fantasy Genre Headstand Lewis Literary Nonsense Litho Lutwidge Narrative Pop Culture Popular Culture Wonderland Characters Father William Tale
FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS
> Animals
> Mammals
> Cats (Wild)
> Populator
> Animals
> Mammals
> Leporidae
> European Rabbit
> Arts
> Artists
> C
> Lewis Carroll
> Arts
> Artists
> C
> William Charles
> Arts
> Artists
> H
> William Hole
> Arts
> Artists
> N
> Peter Newell
> Arts
> Literature
> Books
> Arts
> Literature
> Illustration
> Arts
> Literature
> Fine Art Finder
> Artists
> Peter Newell
> Fine Art Finder
> Children's Book Illustrations &
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print titled "Old Father William standing on his head" is an illustration created by Peter Newell for Lewis Carroll's timeless masterpiece, Alice's Adventures in Wonderland. Published in 1901, this lithograph depicts a whimsical scene from the fantastical world that Alice stumbles upon after falling down a rabbit hole. Carroll's novel follows the adventures of young Alice as she encounters peculiar and anthropomorphic creatures in a land filled with illogical situations. The story has become renowned for its clever play on logic and its enduring popularity among both children and adults. Newell's illustration perfectly captures the essence of Carroll's imaginative tale. In this particular image, we see Old Father William defying gravity by standing on his head, adding to the surreal atmosphere of Wonderland. The vibrant colors and intricate details bring this enchanting character to life, inviting viewers into a world where anything is possible. Considered one of the finest examples of literary nonsense genre, Alice's Adventures in Wonderland has had a profound impact on popular culture and literature alike. Its influence can be seen throughout various forms of media, particularly within the fantasy genre. This remarkable print serves as a delightful reminder of Carroll's extraordinary imagination and continues to captivate audiences with its whimsy even today.
MADE IN THE USA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.
