The Books Transported Her by Quentin Blake is a joyful celebration of imagination, curiosity, and the boundless power of reading. Part of the official Matilda Collector's Edition, this enchanting artwork perfectly captures the spirit of Roald Dahl's beloved heroine and Blake's unmistakable illustrative charm.
In this delightful scene, Matilda sits perched on a wooden crate, her gaze lifted with wonder as she peers up from the pages of a large, open book. Around her lies a lively scatter of books-each one a portal to another world-beautifully arranged in Blake's signature, expressive style. The composition is playful and dynamic, yet effortlessly simple, showcasing Quentin Blake's masterful use of line and colour. His fluid pen strokes and spontaneous washes bring Matilda to life with warmth, humour, and that familiar spark of curiosity that has endeared her to generations of readers.
Rendered in Blake's classic palette of soft pastels and bright, transparent watercolours, The Books Transported Her radiates joy and nostalgia. Every brushstroke feels alive with movement, echoing the excitement of discovering new worlds through books. It is both a celebration of childhood imagination and a tribute to the transformative power of reading-how stories can transport us far beyond our own reality.
This official collector's edition has been published in a limited run of 595 copies, making it a highly collectable piece for admirers of both Quentin Blake and Roald Dahl's timeless works. Each print is beautifully presented in a warm-toned maple veneer wooden frame, chosen to complement Blake's vibrant artwork with natural warmth and understated sophistication.
Presented at an image size of 280mm x 385mm and framed size of 470mm x 580mm, this piece sits perfectly within any space, bringing colour, whimsy, and charm to interiors of all styles.
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Edition Details:
" Official Collector's Edition: 595 copies
" Subject: Matilda
" Medium: Giclée Print on Paper
" Image Size: 280mm x 385mm
" Framed Size: 470mm x 580mm
" Frame: Warm-toned maple veneer wooden frame
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About the Artist
Sir Quentin Blake is one of Britain's most celebrated illustrators, renowned for his expressive linework and joyful depictions of character and emotion. Best known for his long-standing collaboration with Roald Dahl, his artwork has become inseparable from the stories that shaped childhoods around the world. Beyond his book illustrations, Blake's fine art prints are cherished by collectors for their warmth, wit, and timeless storytelling quality.
'The Books Transported Her' embodies everything that makes his work so adored-it is playful, heartwarming, and brimming with life, a reminder of the joy that can be found within the pages of a good book.
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