Illus. for A Little Boy Lost by Hudson 1920

This illustration by Dorothy Lathrop from 1920 depicts a fantastical scene from the poem "A Little Boy Lost" by William Blake. The work showcases Lathrop's signature style of whimsical, detailed figures set against a backdrop of nature, often depicting fairy tales and children's literature. The work features a young boy overlooking a seated creature with long, seaweed-like hair, suggesting a mythical sea-being or perhaps a merman. Lathrop's use of watercolor creates a dreamlike atmosphere that complements the story's fantastical elements.