Joan Hassall (3 March 1906 to 6 March 1988) was a wood engraver and book illustrator. Her subject matter ranged from natural history through poetry to illustrations for English literary classics. In 1972 she was elected the first lady Master of the Art Workers Guild and in 1987 was awarded the OBE (Order of the British Empire).
Read more about Joan Hassall: Biography, The Early Years, The Years in Scotland, The Later Years, Malham and Retirement, An Overview of Hassall's Work, Further Reading
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