Maria Louise Kirk
Maria Louise Kirk (born June 21, 1860 in Lancaster, Pennsylvania ; died June 21, 1938 ) was an American illustrator and painter .
Kirk studied art in Philadelphia , first at the School of Design for Women , then at the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts . During her career she illustrated over 50 books. Her work is stylistically independent and little influenced by Art Nouveau or Art Deco .
Works (selection)
Book cover of the American first edition of the book The Secret Garden .
Illustration from Pinocchio .
Illustration from an adaptation of Longfellow's Hiawatha .
Illustration from an adaptation of Longfellow's Hiawatha.
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Web links
Commons : Maria Louise Kirk - Collection of images, videos and audio files
Individual evidence
- ↑ ML Kirk Biography. Pook Press, accessed July 8, 2020 (UK English).
| personal data | |
|---|---|
| SURNAME | Kirk, Maria Louise |
| BRIEF DESCRIPTION | American illustrator |
| DATE OF BIRTH | June 21, 1860 |
| PLACE OF BIRTH | Lancaster, Pennsylvania |
| DATE OF DEATH | June 21, 1938 |