Embark on a captivating visual journey with Christopher Tolkien as your expert companion, exploring the enchanting artwork of J.R.R. Tolkien in this refined cloth, slipcased edition.
This curated compilation, reintroduced after nearly three decades and accompanied by Christopher Tolkien's illuminating commentary, affirms J.R.R. Tolkien's remarkable prowess as an artist. Offering a glimpse into his visual interpretation of key locations and events from The Hobbit, The Lord of the Rings, and The Silmarillion, this collection is a testament to Tolkien's multifaceted creative genius.
Discover an array of artistry, ranging from intricate watercolors portraying Rivendell, the Forest of Lothlorien, Smaug, and Old Man Willow, to detailed drawings and sketches capturing the essence of Moria Gate and Minas Tirith. Together, these illustrations constitute a comprehensive anthology of Tolkien's personal artistic expressions for his beloved literary works.
The volume also features Tolkien's exquisite designs, showcasing patterns of flowers, trees, friezes, tapestries, and heraldic emblems associated with the captivating realm of Middle-earth. Through their diversity and expansiveness, these visual creations offer a wealth of evidence showcasing the depth of Tolkien's imaginative spirit.
Carefully curated by Christopher Tolkien, this enchanting gallery is accompanied by detailed notes on the origins of each image, providing an unparalleled glimpse into the artistic vision of the revered J.R.R. Tolkien.
Overall rating: 4.9 / 5 from 10 reviews.
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"I was happy to see the book of Professor JRRT's art arrive so quickly. It was all I would expect from a book in an expensive library (but it cost SO much less). Slipcover, thick textured cover, thick pages, brilliant illustrations, short explanations from Christopher Tolkien. I will be slowly perusing this through quiet evenings. Thank you for offering this wonderful tome."
"My 11 year old son has listened to the trilogy but has not seen the movies—although he’s seen some pictures. He really wanted to see how Tolkien imaged his own created world, and this book does just that! He was very happy, and it is a well-made book, as well. Very happy!"
"Excellent group of art, particularly liked Rivendell. I liked the background notes too."
"Book was for my wife's birthday and she is a big Tolkien fan. She loved it. Book was great but the shipping cost was crazy. If l could have gotten it somewhere else I would. Probably will not use this company again!"
"The book is great quality. I love the illustrations and the cover is beautiful."
"I love this book!! Seeing the artwork done by Tolkien,himself,is wonderful!!! As an artist myself,I love studying his work,and I love his books!!!"
"Beautiful book"
"This is a beautiful collector's piece. As a Tolkien fan, I'm very happy. I especially love that it came with the slipcase."
""Pictures of J.R.R. Tolkien" gives you a peek into the art of the famous writer who brought us "The Lord of the Rings" and "The Hobbit." It's like a gallery of his drawings and paintings, showing you the cool stuff he imagined while writing his stories. Even if you're not a big art buff, it's still fascinating to see the pictures that inspired such amazing adventures. It's like getting a backstage pass to Middle-earth!"
"Love this book! The pictures are extraordinary. So well put together."
