A Treasury of Flower Fairies by Cicely Mary Barker

A Treasury of Flower Fairies is one of the finest collections of the timeless Flower Fairies artwork created by celebrated English illustrator and poet Cicely Mary Barker. Bringing together a carefully selected collection of her most beloved fairy paintings and accompanying poems, this beautiful volume captures the charm, innocence, and botanical accuracy that have enchanted readers for generations.

Originally inspired by the wildflowers, trees, and garden plants of the English countryside, Barker’s fairies are celebrated for their exquisite watercolour illustrations, delicate detail, and lyrical verses. Each fairy is lovingly paired with its respective flower, making A Treasury of Flower Fairies much more than a children’s book—it is a treasured work of art appreciated by collectors, gardeners, botanists, fantasy enthusiasts, and admirers of classic illustration alike.

This 1991 Frederick Warne edition is beautifully produced with high-quality colour plates throughout, making A Treasury of Flower Fairies an ideal gift or coffee-table volume. Whether purchased as a nostalgic childhood favourite or as an introduction to Barker’s enduring work, this treasury remains one of the most sought-after compilations in the Flower Fairies series. Its combination of fantasy, nature, poetry, and outstanding botanical illustration has ensured its popularity with readers of all ages for over a century.

A delightful addition to any collection of classic children’s literature, fairy art, botanical illustration, or illustrated poetry, A Treasury of Flower Fairies continues to be one of Cicely Mary Barker’s signature works and an enduring favourite worldwide.

Condition – Very Good

Gloss pictorial boards are exceptionally clean, bright and well-preserved with faint shelf wear. Internally immaculate with crisp, clean pages free from inscriptions, markings, foxing or tears