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It’s Afternoon Tea Time (2005)
A charming limited-edition print reproducing the original watercolour and ink artwork created by Norman Hetherington for Mr Squiggle and the Preposterous Purple Crocodile, first published in 1992 and republished by the National Museum of Australia in 2025. The complete collection of original illustrations from this beloved storybook is now held in the National Museum of Australia’s collection.
Faithfully reproduced to showcase the character and detail of Hetherington’s original artwork, this print is produced on Hahnemühle Photo Rag® Bright White 310gsm, a premium fine art paper renowned for its exceptional quality and archival properties. Made from 100% cotton and free from acid and lignin, it provides outstanding colour fidelity, depth, and longevity.
Specifications
- Artist: Norman Hetherington
- Title: It’s Afternoon Tea Time
- Original Medium: Watercolour and ink
- Source: Illustration from Mr Squiggle and the Preposterous Purple Crocodile
- Original Publication: 1992
- National Museum of Australia Edition: 2025
- Collection: Original illustration held in the National Museum of Australia’s collection
- Size: 594 × 250 mm
- Paper: Hahnemühle Photo Rag® Bright White 310gsm
- Paper Qualities: 100% cotton, acid-free, lignin-free
A delightful and nostalgic work that celebrates Norman Hetherington’s enduring creativity and the timeless appeal of the Mr Squiggle stories.