{"product_id":"9781797209586","title":"Art of Alice \u0026 Martin Provensen OOP","description":"\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Art of Alice and Martin Provensen\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e is the first-ever monograph on the award-winning midcentury husband-and-wife illustration team behind more than 40 beloved children's books.\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cp\u003eRenowned husband-and-wife illustrators Alice and Martin Provensen created dozens of beloved children's books over the span of seven decades, many of which appeared on the \u003ci\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/i\u003e Best Illustrated Books of the Year lists. \u003ci\u003eThe Art of Alice and Martin Provensen\u003c\/i\u003e showcases hundreds of their well-known illustrations, as well as many never-before-seen paintings, drawings, and exquisite sketchbooks from their travels around the world. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e Original paintings for their beloved classics--from \u003ci\u003eA Child's Garden of Verses\u003c\/i\u003e (1951) and \u003ci\u003eThe Iliad and the Odyssey\u003c\/i\u003e (1959) to \u003ci\u003eMyths and Legends\u003c\/i\u003e (1960) and many others--are beautifully reproduced here. This comprehensive volume is a treasure trove for children, designers, illustrators, historians, and all who cherish classic children's books. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eICONIC CLASSICS OF CHILDREN'S LITERATURE: From early favorites for Golden Books such as 1949's \u003ci\u003eThe Color Kittens\u003c\/i\u003e by Margaret Wise Brown to their 1983 Caldecott-winning title \u003ci\u003eThe Glorious Flight: Across the Channel\u003c\/i\u003e with Louis Bleriot, the Provensens' legendary visual style has inspired generations of young readers and modern illustrators alike. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e A PEEK INSIDE THE LIVES OF INFLUENTIAL ARTISTS: An interview with Alice and Martin's daughter Karen Provensen Mitchell illuminates their life and career and includes many personal photographs, quotes, speeches, and memorabilia from their archive. An introduction by Leonard S. Marcus, a leading historian in children's literature, underscores the Provensens' importance and influence as illustrators and authors. Additionally, noted publisher and close family friend Robert Gottlieb provides a personal essay that shares many of his memories with this cherished couple. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e 5-STAR REVIEWS FROM AMAZON CUSTOMERS: Readers celebrate the sheer joy of this gorgeous book, calling it a must have and noting that every page is a \"beautiful stunner.\" It showcases the \"impeccable style and brilliant technique of two of the most important illustrators in the world,\" says one review. Another notes what a beautiful gift it is for any fan of the Provensens' art \"or any art or illustration lover in general.\" \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePerfect for: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Fans of graphic arts or midcentury design \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e People who enjoy illustrated fairy tales or award-winning children's books \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Anyone seeking to gift a beautiful art book, picture book, or coffee table book \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Parents who want to share their childhood favorites with their kids \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Chronicle Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46355964592300,"sku":"9781797209586","price":35.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/6626\/7820\/files\/24367533482827.jpg?v=1781630372","url":"https:\/\/giftshop.carlemuseum.org\/products\/9781797209586","provider":"The Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art","version":"1.0","type":"link"}