Almanack for 1890 – cover
1890
Kate Greenaway was the superstar of Victorian children's illustration, and this 1890 almanack cover is a perfect example of her whimsical style. She was famous for drawing kids in old-fashioned Regency dresses—complete with empire waists—so much so that her art actually sparked a real-life fashion trend for children's clothing! Here, three curly-haired tots are marching along, with the middle one bravely balancing a giant basket of spring flowers on her head, all framed by a lovely border of tulips and daffodils.
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