Two gnomes sleeping under fly agaric mushrooms, beetles overhead – Historic Reproduction
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Two gnomes sleeping under fly agaric mushrooms, beetles overhead comes to life in this historic image, reproduced from the original with every detail intact. Drawn from the Snapshots of the Past archive, it is an authentic piece of documented history.
The framed print arrives ready to hang; the unframed option suits custom framing. Perfect for a home, office, library or classroom wall, and a gift with a story behind it. Free shipping in the lower 48 states. Snapshots of the Past has been bringing history to the wall since 2001, for tens of thousands of customers worldwide.
Two gnomes sleeping under fly agaric mushrooms, beetles overhead
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Two gnomes lie asleep in the shade of fly agaric mushrooms, their red caps spotted white, while beetles drift in the air above them. The scene belongs to the folklore of small woodland beings that grew popular in European illustration during the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, when artists drew on fairy tales and nature study alike. Fly agaric, with its bright cap and long association with forest lore, gives the picture its woodland mood. It is worth noticing how the artist treats the insects and fungi with the same care as the figures, turning a quiet midday nap into a small, enchanted world.
| Original scan | 976 × 638 px |
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| Reference | Fairies & Elves (35) |
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