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TITLE PAGE ARTWORK: DEATHLY HALLOWS
Preliminary Study for Title Page Artwork, First Trade Edition (2006)
Mary GrandPré (American, b. 1954)
Pencil on parchment tracing paper
Signed lower right: Mary GrandPré
27 cm x 21 cm
£12,500 (excl. VAT)
Original preliminary pencil sketch on paper created by Mary GrandPré in 2006 as she prepared the title-page illustration for the first trade edition of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows.
As the final book in the Harry Potter series, Deathly Hallows closes the epic journey. This artwork depicts Hedwig, Harry’s loyal snowy owl, who has been his companion since Hagrid bought her during Harry’s first visit to Diagon Alley at age eleven. The scene sets a quiet, intimate tone for the book, showing Hedwig resting in her cage alongside Harry’s school books, equipment, and wand. This preliminary sketch closely mirrors the final published illustration, with only minor adjustments.
Condition & Provenance
Excellent condition. Minor wear and small wrinkles consistent with the artist’s working process. Professionally preserved since creation. Mounted on museum-quality board with archival mats and protective covers. Original preliminary pencil sketch on parchment tracing paper. Signed and dated lower right by Mary GrandPré.
Catalogue Reference: Houston & GrandPré F(1)