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Author: Charles van Sandwyk.

Title:  How to See Fairies by Charles van Sandwyk.
Language: Text in English.
Publisher: North Vancouver, The Fairy Press, C.V.S. Fine Arts, no date (1993). The first edition, first printing identified by burgundy card wrap, no writing under the Fairy Press logo. Limited edition of 1000 copies. With the scarce unused ex-libris plate by van Sandwyk, with an Owl design laid in.
Size: 7" X 5".
Pages: Unpaginated (16 pages).
Binding: Fine and attractive original pictorial card covers hand-stitched binding (hinges fine) under a protective removable mylar cover.
Content: Fine content (bright, tight, and clean, with the scarce unused ex-libris plate by van Sandwyk, with an Owl design laid in - as shown).
Illustrations: Complete with all the wonderful illustrations by Charles van Sandwyk.

Estimate: (USD 400 - USD 500)

The book:  Beautiful first edition of How to See Fairies, a collection of poems, stories, pen and ink, and watercolor illustrations showcasing fairies and their animal friends. The original features French flaps and sixteen hand-bound pages.

The author: Charles van Sandwyk is a Canadian artist and author known for his whimsical illustrations and intricate, hand-crafted books. Born in Johannesburg, South Africa in 1966, he moved to Vancouver, Canada at a young age. Influenced by the classic illustrators of the early 20th century, van Sandwyk's works evoke a sense of nostalgia and enchantment, often featuring animals, fairies, and other fantastical subjects. Over the years, he has gained significant acclaim for his artistry, with his works being collected and admired internationally. Apart from his own titles, van Sandwyk has also illustrated editions for well-known authors, notably for the Folio Society. He splits his time between British Columbia and a remote Fijian island, where the tranquillity of his surroundings deeply influences his art.