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Rien poortvliet's Gnomes

The delightful classic Gnomes

 

David the Gnome and his wife Lisa by Rien PoortvlietThe beloved Gnomes  ("Leven en werken van de kabouter" in dutch) was first published in 1976 and the world became enchanted with the simple and diligent ways of these special creatures. Based on Rien Poortvliet and Wil Huygen's scientific observation of the local gnome population in Holland, Gnomes covers all areas of gnome culture: architecture, education, courtship, medicine, industry, and relationships with other mythical creatures. Gnomes deluxe Edition Rien Poortvliet

Forty years later, this beautifully illustrated book continues to bring joy to readers of all ages. To the right, the revised collector's edition of Gnomes features a new introduction, eight removable prints in a back cover envelope, and an all-new signature of never-before-published gnome sketches by artist Rien Poortvliet on distinctive sketchbook paper.

Look Inside Gnomes!

Do you know that a Gnome is seven times stronger than a human? Gnomes twins babies Rien Poortvliet
Or that his sense of smell is nineteen times more acute?
Or that Gnomes rub noses in both greeting and farewell?
Or that Gnome couples always have twin children?

These and other fascinating real-life details-pictured by the noted Dutch artist Rien Poortvliet -illuminate this unique documentary portrayal of Gnomes (as distinct from Elves, Goblins, Trolls, Kobolds, Fairies) Rien Poortvliet and his scientist friend Wil Huygen have spent over twenty years observing the life and work of the Gnome, and their report at last shatters the age-old myths of song and legend.

Here are important events from Gnome history: the Gnome who knew Rembrandt reveals some fascinating behind-the-scenes gossip; Mozart's Gnome companion (still hale and hearty, being well below the average age of 400 years) describes the great musician at work; Gnome heroes are celebrated. Here too are the secrets of Gnome survival (medicinal herbs that cure everything from sneezing to sunburn); the Gnome industries; the all important Gnome cap, its making and significance.

All this adds up to a book full of lore, history - and fun. For of course all these factual data are invented. And what a great tongue-in-cheek book this is! Treating his subject as Audubon might have treated a new species of bird (and with a twinkle in his eye) artist Poortvliet portrays Gnome families in their daily - actually nightly - activities, since Gnome never leave their underground houses in daylight. 

Rien poortvliet painting 006Follow Papa Gnome as he rises for breakfast Gnomes rien poortvliet broken legin the early evening; see him chopping wood, foraging for animal hair for clothing, working in a Gnome foundry or glass factory, and assisting various animal friends in distress. For Gnomes are benevolent allies of wild animals (and human beings as well, though we are seldom aware of their intervention). Watch Gnome workers disentangle a deer's horns from barbed wire; see how Gnomes build their houses, educate their children, court and marry, travel on a honeymoon!

A delight to the eye (Rien Poortvliet is Holland's most popular illustrator) and filled with verbal fun, GNOMES will be a treat for the whole family: as a book to show little ones, as a spoof of scientific studies for the sophisticate, and as a charming piece of made-up reality for every reader.

 

 

David the gnome sitDo you know the names given to gnomes in different countries?

Kabouter (Holland), Imp, Goblin (Ireland), Gnome, Kabouter (Belgium), Gnome (France), Heinzelmännchen (Germany), Tomte ou Nisse (Norway), Tomtebisse ou Nisse (Sweden), Nisse (Denmark), Gnomo (Italy), Gnom (Poland), Tonttu (Finland), Domovoi Djédoesjka (Russia), Kippec (Serbia), Djudjè (Bulgaria), Mano (Hungary), etc.

Gnomes in motion

The 1980 film Gnomes, and the animated series David the Gnome and Wisdom of the Gnomes are based on this book.

 

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Book Details

  • Hardcover: 224 pages
  • Publisher: Harry N. Abrams; Dlx Col edition (April 1, 2011)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-13: 9780810998469
  • Product Dimensions: 8.2 x 1 x 11.9 inches

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  • 1. https://www.viagrapascherfr.com/commander-sildenafil-100-bull/ (link) | 16/11/2017
Does your blog have a contact page? I'm having problems locating it but,
I'd like to shoot you an e-mail. I've got some ideas for your blog you might be interested in hearing.
Either way, great website and I look forward to seeing it develop over time.
Karla
  • 2. Karla | 21/11/2016
Olá,

Meu nome é Karla, sou brasileira tenho 45 anos e há 25 anos sou totalmente apaixonada pelo seu trabalho com os Gnomos.
Fui produtora de TV por muitos anos aqui, e no início da minha carreira e fizemos um programa de tv chegando a sortear seu belíissimo Livro de Gnomos.
Aprecio muito esses pequenos seres elementais, e os seus desenhos foram realmente inspiradores. Não sei se você sabe, mas os brasileiros são muito religiosos e místicos sendo, muito comum ver em muitas casas os gnomos no jardim.

Inclusive, em breve vou mudar para uma pequena cidade daqui do Rio de Janeiro, Itatiaia, Penedo e Maringá RJ, onde estes gnomos dão nomes a shoppings, hoteis e existem para todosos lados baseados nas suas imagens.

Meus parabéns pelo seu trabalho. Que os Deuses te abençoem muito.
Karla
c-siegfried
  • c-siegfried | 21/11/2016
Hi Karla from Brasil, Thank you very much for your heartwarming comment. Que os Deuses te abençoem muito. Best Regards David Rien Poortvliet.emyspot.com
Jane Vadstrup Poulsen
  • 3. Jane Vadstrup Poulsen | 17/11/2016
Hello:O)
I am new in this wonderfull univers of the Classic gnomes.. Aldo I grew up with the wonderfull cartoon of David and Lisa:O)

I would love to know if there exist a list / an overwiev of the figures in the "Classic gnomes by Egbert" and "classig gnomes Villages"series?

I look forward to hear from you

Best regards
Jane - Denmark :O)
c-siegfried
  • c-siegfried | 17/11/2016
Hi Jane from Denmark, Thank you for your question and a warm welcome to Rien Poortvliet universe. There is no list at my knowledge for "Classic Gnomes Village" and "Classic Gnomes" figurines by Egbert. It's a very good idea, would you help me to make one or any advice? For my part, I d already collected several photos of this figurines. Soon i will create a special page dedicated to this marvellous figurines and other collectible items...some hundreds.. (For those interrested by collectible, there is a big list of puzzles, Tins and Calendars in the Bibliography Page) Ill have work cut out. Best Regards David Rien Poortvliet.emyspot.com

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