The Nightingale | Kay Nielsen | 1924

The Nightingale (1924) by Kay Nielsen is a striking illustration from Hans Christian Andersen’s fairy tale of the same name. Rendered in Nielsen’s distinctive Art Deco style, the scene depicts the personification of Death standing beside a reclining figure, surrounded by elegant drapery and delicate ornamental details. The muted palette, graceful lines, and dreamlike atmosphere create a haunting yet beautiful image that captures the story’s themes of mortality, beauty, and redemption.

Print:

A premium quality heavyweight (200gsm) fine art print material with a smooth, clean finish. This museum quality paper is extremely consistent and works perfectly with large, full colour graphics or illustrations. The matte finish emphasizes different highlights and tones in the source artworks; helping to create stunning works of art.

- All prints include a .25 inch white border to ensure space for framing. 

Our Eco Credentials Include:

• FSC approved or sustainably sourced paper
• Printed using water based inks
• Local fulfilment reduces carbon emissions
• Contains no plastic

Sizes:

8 x 12 Inches = 20.3 cm x 30.5 cm 

12 x 18 Inches = 30.5 cm x 45.7 cm

16 x 24 Inches = 40.6 cm x 60.1 cm