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A Gang of Assassins startled by Butterflies (engraving)
1595235 A Gang of Assassins startled by Butterflies (engraving) by Wain, Louis (1860-1939); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Gang of Assassins startled by Butterflies. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 14 April 1888.
Louis Wain); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 23394250
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
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In this engraving by Louis Wain, titled "A Gang of Assassins startled by Butterflies" we are transported to a scene filled with intrigue and unexpected beauty. The image captures the precise moment when a group of menacing assassins is taken aback by the presence of delicate butterflies fluttering around them. Rendered in black and white, the contrast between light and shadow adds an air of mystery to the composition. The assassins, depicted as cats, exude an aura of danger with their sharp claws and piercing gazes. However, their fierce demeanor is momentarily shattered as they find themselves unexpectedly confronted by these ethereal creatures. The butterflies, symbolizing fragility and transformation, seem out of place amidst this gang's dark intentions. Their vibrant wings create a striking juxtaposition against the somber backdrop. As they flit about freely, they disrupt the tense atmosphere and inject a sense of wonder into an otherwise sinister setting. Wain's meticulous attention to detail brings each element to life - from every whisker on the cats' faces to every intricate pattern on the butterflies' wings. Through his artistry, he invites us to reflect upon how even in moments defined by violence or malice, there can exist pockets of unexpected beauty that have the power to startle our senses. This print serves as a reminder that sometimes it takes only a small interruption or glimpse into another world for us to reconsider our actions or perceptions. And perhaps it is through these fleeting encounters that we can find hope for
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