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"They began solemnly dancing round and round Alice"
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"They began solemnly dancing round and round Alice"
4075096 " They began solemnly dancing round and round Alice", 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 23008616
© Prismatic Pictures / Bridgeman Images
1901 Adventures Alice Alices Carroll Charles Childrens Dodgson Fantastical Fantasy Genre Gryphon Lewis Literary Nonsense Litho Lutwidge Mock Turtle Narrative Pop Culture Popular Culture Wonderland Characters Tale
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This print captures a whimsical scene from Lewis Carroll's beloved tale, "Alice's Adventures in Wonderland". Illustrated by Peter Newell in 1901, the image depicts Alice at the center of a solemn dance. As she stands amidst peculiar and anthropomorphic creatures, they gracefully twirl around her in a mesmerizing display of movement and enchantment. Carroll's novel, published under his pseudonym Lewis Carroll, tells the story of young Alice who tumbles down a rabbit hole into an extraordinary fantasy world. Filled with nonsensical logic and imaginative characters, this timeless masterpiece has captivated both children and adults alike. Newell's illustration perfectly encapsulates the dreamlike atmosphere of Wonderland. The lithographic technique used to create this print adds depth and texture to each character, making them come alive on paper. From the mischievous Cheshire Cat to the eccentric Mad Hatter, every detail is meticulously captured. The influence of "Alice's Adventures in Wonderland" extends far beyond literature. Its narrative structure and vivid imagery have left an indelible mark on popular culture as well as the fantasy genre itself. This particular print serves as a testament to its enduring legacy—a visual representation that transports viewers into Carroll's magical realm where anything is possible.
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