Peter Pan. ‘My Lord Duke …’

1906-1921

Arthur Rackham brings J.M. Barrie's whimsical world to life with his signature style in this illustration for Peter Pan. The scene captures a moment of absurd courtly etiquette, where a bowing gentleman in a powdered wig encounters a towering, turbaned figure and a small child holding a velvet cushion. Rackham's characters are delightfully grotesque, with elongated limbs and exaggerated features that feel both magical and slightly unsettling. This piece perfectly showcases the Art Nouveau influence in his work, blending intricate line work with soft, muted watercolors to create a dreamlike atmosphere.

Technique: Ink and watercolor

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