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A flock of sheep wait for slaughter by a butcher. 1811 (etching)
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A flock of sheep wait for slaughter by a butcher. 1811 (etching)
7235872 A flock of sheep wait for slaughter by a butcher. 1811 (etching) by Howitt, Samuel (1756-1822); (add.info.: A flock of sheep wait for slaughter by a butcher, and a boar mocks them from the long grass. Wild boar, sheep and butcher. Illustration of a fable by English poet John Gay. Copperplate etching drawn and engraved from life by Samuel Howitt from his own A New Work of Animals, Principally Designed from the Fables of Aesop, Gay and Phaedrus, Edward Orme, London, 1811.); © Florilegius
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This etching, titled "A flock of sheep wait for slaughter by a butcher" transports us to the year 1811 and offers a glimpse into the world of Samuel Howitt's A New Work of Animals. The scene depicts a group of sheep anxiously awaiting their fate at the hands of a skilled craftsman. As they huddle together, their vulnerability is palpable, evoking feelings of empathy and concern. Amidst this somber setting, an unexpected element catches our attention: a wild boar lurking in the long grass nearby. With an air of mockery, it observes the sheep's plight from its hidden vantage point. This addition adds depth to the composition and invites contemplation on themes such as power dynamics and survival instincts within nature. Howitt's meticulous copperplate etching technique brings life to each animal portrayed in this artwork. From his careful observation and study from life, he captures not only their physical features but also their essence as creatures inhabiting our natural world. The inclusion of this print in A New Work of Animals demonstrates Howitt's dedication to illustrating fables by renowned English poet John Gay alongside those by Aesop and Phaedrus. Through his artistry, Howitt breathes new life into these timeless tales while shedding light on agricultural scenes that were integral to British culture during that era. As we gaze upon this remarkable piece captured by Bridgeman Images' Fine Art Finder collection, we are reminded once again how art has the power to transport us through time and evoke profound emotions within us all.
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