Treehouses lend themselves to art and illustration, especially art in the realism school of Norman Rockwell. Collected here – by our friend Gabby of course – are magazine and book illustrations that exemplify the glorification of idyllic American youth and tree houses.
There is of course Tarzan:
And prominently the Swiss Family Robinson. The movie came out when I was in 4th grade. It was the talk of my class for weeks. I was late in seeing it but didn’t let on.
Nice job Gabby! A quick look at how we have idealized the treehouse, a stigmata of suburban/exurban childhood.
What does my friend have to say about Gabby’s instant mini-collection here? After musing on Gabby and his journey, my friend answered.