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Some of the best illustrators of children's books from the late 1880s to
the 1920s are documented here. Drawing from an extensive variety of baby
books, this volume showcases the highly collectible works of Anne
Anderson, Frances Brundage, Clara Burd, Bertha Corbett, Fanny Cory,
Melcema Denny, Bessie Pease Gutmann, Queen Holden, Maud Humphrey,
Henrietta Le Mair, Jessie Wilcox Smith, Ida Waugh, and more. Over 400
color photos depict delightful babies and children as portrayed by these
talented artists. Brief biographical sketches of the artists are
provided, along with an alphabetical listing and price guide of
illustrated baby books. Also included is a unique chapter identifying
the actual children whose names are inscribed in many of the beautiful
illustrations. A wonderful volume sure to please art aficionados,
contemporary illustrators, historians, and children's book collectors.
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