Illustration for Down-Adown-Derry 

This illustration by Dorothy Lathrop, known for her whimsical fairy illustrations, depicts a magical scene from the book "Down-Adown-Derry" The image features a fairy with gossamer wings and a flowing gown, flying through a starlit forest illuminated by fireflies. The fairy's delicate features and translucent wings, coupled with the fantastical setting, evoke a sense of wonder and enchantment. Lathrop's use of soft colors and gentle brushstrokes adds to the magical atmosphere of the scene, highlighting the beauty of the fairy world. The composition further enhances the sense of magic and wonder, inviting the viewer to lose themselves in the fantastical realm of fairies and fireflies.