Book Lady on a Ladder - Books & Readers Art Print Switzerland Two of the three figures

Two of the three figures depicted are believed to be Duruof and his wife

his artworks exude a captivating and somewhat bizarre aura

Newton's darling 1934 book Kittens and Puppies

select quotations supplement his tribute

with angels spreading their blessings at the top and bottom

Book Lady on a Ladder - Books & Readers Art Print Switzerland Two of the three figuresThis lady and her impressive library graced a Dutch poster created by Piet van der Hem, with the directive "Besteed Uw Geld Goed Koop een Boek" (Spend Your Money Well, Buy a Book). You don't have to tell us twice! See this image on a greeting card! Pieter (Piet) van der Hem (1885 1961) was a renowned Dutch painter, illustrator, and book designer. Born in Wirdum, he faced early loss and was raised by relatives in Leeuwarden. Encouraged by his art