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La Fontaines Fables - Ass and the Dog
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La Fontaines Fables - Ass and the Dog
Vintage engraving from La Fontaines Fables, Illustraed by Gustave Dore. The Ass and the Dog
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Aggression Allegory Painting Canine Donkey Fairy Tale Fantasy Fountain Gustave Dore Hoofed Mammal Horse Family Jean De La Fontaine Literature Living Organism Nostalgia Past Pawed Mammal Retro Revival Styles The Natural World Vertebrate Wild Dog Wolf Image Created 19th Century Obsolete Victorian Style
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This vintage engraving from La Fontaines Fables, illustrated by Gustave Dore, captures the essence of 19th-century style and storytelling. The print titled "Ass and the Dog" is a remarkable piece of art that combines aggression, allegory painting, and animal symbolism. In this image created in the 19th century, we see an ass (donkey) standing next to a dog near a fountain. The intricate woodcut technique used by Dore brings out every detail of these two pawed mammals belonging to the horse family. This engraved image beautifully depicts their contrasting natures - the loyal and domesticated dog juxtaposed with the wildness of the donkey. The fairy tale-like quality evokes nostalgia for a past era when literature was filled with moral lessons conveyed through enchanting stories. Jean de la Fontaine's fables were renowned for their ability to teach valuable life lessons using anthropomorphic characters like these. As we admire this antique print, it transports us back in time to appreciate not only its artistic value but also its historical significance. It reminds us of how art can capture moments from history while simultaneously reflecting on our own place in the natural world. With its Victorian-style charm and retro revival aesthetic, this print by Duncan1890 serves as a testament to enduring craftsmanship that transcends generations.
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