Gustaf Tenggren (1896-1970) was a well-known illustrator in his native Sweden before immigrating to the United States in 1920. He illustrated many Golden Books, beginning with The Poky Little Puppy. One of the original twelve Little Golden Books published in 1942, The Poky Little Puppy went on to become the bestselling picture book of all time. Other iconic Little Golden Books illustrated by Tenggren include The Saggy Baggy Elephant and Tawny Scrawny Lion. In the late 1930s, Tenggren worked for the Disney Studio, providing concept artwork (created to inspire and guide animators) for various characters and scenes in Bambi, The Old Mill, Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, Pinocchio, and Fantasia.
A hungry lion's life is changed after meeting a clever rabbit.
Five little puppies go on adventures and get into mischief
A shy kitten's day of unexpected friendships unfolds.
A hungry lion's life is changed after meeting a clever rabbit.
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A hungry lion's life is changed after meeting a clever rabbit.
A shy kitten's day of unexpected friendships unfolds.
Five little puppies go on adventures and get into mischief
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The authors and illustrators who share the credits across Gustaf Tenggren's books.
