Rita Rides on the Dolphin by Warwick Goble | Cork Back Coaster captures the enchantment and whimsy of early twentieth-century fairy-tale illustration. A perfect blend of storybook fantasy and fine art, this piece brings ethereal elegance to any home or collection.
- Material: Genuine cork bottom with glossy white top made of polyester-coated hardboard
- Size: 3.75″ × 3.75″ (Square)
- High-gloss finish enhances vivid color and intricate detail
- Durable, heat-resistant, and slip-resistant
- NB: One coaster per listing
Artwork designed and digitally remastered by Sarasvati Designs. Originally illustrated by Warwick Goble in 1911 for the fairy tale “The Three Enchanted Princes” from The Pentamerone by Giambattista Basile, this captivating scene portrays Rita gliding across a turquoise sea on the back of a dolphin. Goble’s delicate linework, soft gradients, and dreamlike palette evoke the wonder of transformation and true love central to the story’s moral. The result is a timeless celebration of myth, courage, and compassion—an enchanting addition to any art-lover’s space.
