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La Fontaines Fables - Ass in the Lions Skin
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La Fontaines Fables - Ass in the Lions Skin
Vintage engraving from La Fontaines Fables, Illustraed by Gustave Dore. The Ass in the Lions Skin
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Allegory Painting Animal Attribute Animal Skin Big Cat Disguise Dishonesty Donkey Feline Fine Art Painting Fountain Gustave Gustave Dore Hoofed Mammal Horse Family Jean De La Fontaine Lion Literature Nostalgia Past Pawed Mammal Retro Revival Styles The Natural World Vertebrate Animal Body Part 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 deception and dishonesty in a mesmerizing 19th-century style. Titled "Ass in the Lions Skin" this allegory painting showcases an intriguing blend of animal attributes and human emotions. In this black and white masterpiece, we witness an ass cleverly disguised as a fearsome lion. The intricate details of the animal skin are beautifully depicted through the woodcut technique employed by Gustave Dore. The print exudes nostalgia for a time when fine art paintings like these were highly valued. The artist skillfully portrays the contrast between strength and vulnerability as he explores themes of disguise and deceit. Through his masterful strokes, Dore invites us to reflect on our own lives, urging us to question whether we too wear masks to hide our true selves. As we delve into this image created in the 19th century, it transports us back to a world where literature played a significant role in shaping society's values. Jean de la Fontaine's fables continue to inspire generations with their timeless wisdom. This print serves as a reminder that despite its age, great art never loses its relevance or power to captivate viewers across different eras. It stands as both an ode to history and an invitation for introspection - inviting us all to uncover our own hidden truths beneath layers of pretense.
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