'At the Zoo', illustration for a picture book of scenes from London

Elinor Pugh illustrated a number of books, mostly for children, including a picture book of scenes from London. This one, titled "At the Zoo" shows a pair of elegantly dressed children aboard a magnificent camel. Like many of her illustrations, this simple ink drawing nevertheless gives every subject a distinct character: the watchful zookeeper in his London Zoo uniform; the small child nervously holding the reins of his decidedly superior-looking steed. Pugh made several copies of these illustrations before completing a more finished version for publication, allowing her to perfect the composition.