Book Lady on a Ladder - Books & Readers Art Print Switzerland and the wonders of childhood

and the wonders of childhood reign supreme

as drawn by John R

the female counterpart to the classic commedia dell'arte character Pierrot

with angels spreading their blessings at the top and bottom

Book Lady on a Ladder - Books & Readers Art Print Switzerland and the wonders of childhoodThis lady and her impressive library graced a Dutch poster created by Piet van der Hem, with the directive "Besteed Uw Geld Goed Koop een Boek" (Spend Your Money Well, Buy a Book). You don't have to tell us twice! See this image on a greeting card! Pieter (Piet) van der Hem (1885 1961) was a renowned Dutch painter, illustrator, and book designer. Born in Wirdum, he faced early loss and was raised by relatives in Leeuwarden. Encouraged by his art