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The Comfortable Confidential Cow (engraving)
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The Comfortable Confidential Cow (engraving)
973130 The Comfortable Confidential Cow (engraving) by Lear, Edward (1812-88); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Comfortable Confidential Cow. Illustration for Nonsense Botany and Nonsense Alphabets (Frederick Warne, c 1890).); © Look and Learn
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Absurd Absurdities Absurdity Alphabets Aphabet Arm Chair Bread Loaves Nonsense White Bread Joke Toasted
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The Comfortable Confidential Cow
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is a whimsical engraving by Edward Lear that brings together absurdity, humor, and imagination. In this delightful illustration from "Nonsense Botany and Nonsense Alphabets". Lear invites us into a world where even cows can have secrets. The image showcases an armchair-clad cow comfortably seated in front of a parlour fire, enjoying the warmth while indulging in its favorite treat - toasted white bread. With loaves of bread scattered around and letters floating in the air, it's clear that this cow has quite the appetite for both food and correspondence. Lear's playful use of alphabets adds to the overall charm of the artwork. Each letter seems to dance along with the cow's contentment, forming an amusing alphabet soup that tickles our funny bone. The absurdity reaches new heights as we ponder how a bovine creature could possibly possess such confidential knowledge. This print captures Lear's unique ability to blend nonsense with artistry effortlessly. It reminds us not only to embrace life's little absurdities but also to find joy in unexpected places – even within the confines of an imaginative bovine mind. With its vibrant colors and clever composition, "The Comfortable Confidential Cow" is sure to bring laughter and delight wherever it is displayed. Whether you're a lover of fine art or simply appreciate good humor, this engraving will surely brighten your day with its lightheartedness and wit.
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