Illustrated by H. Willebeek Le Mair | Hardcover | English | Publisher: Frederick Warne Publishers Ltd | Year: 1999

A beautifully preserved edition of Oranges and Lemons, showcasing timeless nursery rhymes paired with the elegant illustrations of Henriëtte Willebeek Le Mair. Le Mair (1889-1966) was a Dutch illustrator renowned for her delicate water-colour work, detailed yet soft colour washes, and a distinctive fairy-tale aesthetic that captured the spirit of childhood with unparalleled grace.

Her artistic journey began early—publishing illustrations as a teenager and studying at the Rotterdam Academy of Art from 1909-1911 under the influence of French illustrator Louis-Maurice Boutet de Monvel. 

In her drawings, children appear in softly defined forms, surrounded by ornamental frames or gentle backgrounds, lending them a dream-like, nostalgic atmosphere. 

Today, Le Mair’s work continues to inspire artists and illustrators interested in vintage children’s books, classic rhyme-books, and the revival of “slow illustration” — pieces that invite lingering, re-appreciation and a return to timeless simplicity.

Condition: Very Good — the pages are clean, complete, and free from any missing leaves; the text and illustrations remain bright and clear. There is a small crease at the top of the cover and a light indentation along the lower edge, but overall the book has been carefully kept and beautifully preserved, remaining a charming example of vintage children’s illustration.