Libico Maraia - Original Art - The Three Little Pigs - 1978

Discover a splendid original plate by the famous illustrator Libico Maraia , taken from one of his most refined and poetic interpretations of the classic fairy tale “The Three Little Pigs” , dated 1978 .

Known for his delicate, evocative, and deeply narrative style, Maraja was one of the masters of 20th-century Italian illustration. His mixed-media illustrations—primarily watercolor and ink —are now cult objects among collectors, historic libraries, and galleries specializing in children's art.

A masterpiece of fairy tale illustration

This entirely hand-painted panel depicts a key moment from the folk tale The Three Little Pigs , rendered visually with all the charm and lyricism typical of Maraia's style. The atmosphere is warm and reassuring, yet also rich in movement and personality. Every detail—from the characters to the natural backgrounds—is masterfully crafted, making the work not just an illustrated document, but a true narrative framework .

Technical details of the work:

• Title: Original panel – The Three Little Pigs
• Artist: Libyan Maraia
• Year of production: 1978
• Technique: Mixed media on paper
• Dimensions: 33.5 x 51 cm
• Condition: Very Good with backing card