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Pooh in pencil: sketches for original Winnie-the-Pooh book shared for first time
E H Shepard drawings go on display for book’s centenary, showing how he brought AA Milne’s character to life
TL;DR
- Two previously unseen pencil sketches by E H Shepard for Winnie-the-Pooh have been revealed.
- The drawings mark the centenary of the 1926 Winnie-the-Pooh book.
- They offer insight into Shepard's early creative process and imagination.
- One sketch depicts Christopher Robin, Pooh, Piglet, and Owl on an 'expotition' (expedition).
- Another sketch is a study for Pooh and Piglet hunting a Woozle.
- The drawings will be displayed at Peter Harrington Rare Books in central London starting April 17th.
- Philip W Errington described the preliminary sketches as capturing Shepard's first thoughts and vibrant creativity, noting his skill in rendering movement.
- Errington distinguished between preliminary drawings (pencil, working out ideas) and finished drawings.