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The International Exhibition - "The Bad Neighbours", by C. Verlat, 1862. Creator: Unknown. The International Exhibition - "The Bad Neighbours", by C. Verlat, 1862. Creator: Unknown
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The International Exhibition - "The Bad Neighbours", by C. Verlat, 1862. Creator: Unknown. The International Exhibition - "The Bad Neighbours", by C. Verlat, 1862. Creator: Unknown
The International Exhibition - "The Bad Neighbours", by C. Verlat, 1862....here is this wicked Belgian painter representing an incident of monkey life which, in this covetous, mammon-worshipping, shopkeeping, billsticking, advertising age...might, we fear, be paralleled among neighbours by any of us without going far...Look, too, at that sly urchin begging and trading upon his weakness. The likeness throughout is certainly not flattering, but is there not a resemblance? And, even if a caricature, may we not find some a lesson in the satire?...one would have thought it quite supererogatory to place over the cage the caution, "Defense de toucher aux animaux." The showman - the proprietor of the exhibition curtain, the drum, trumpet, cups, and dice - is surely a humorous fellow. This is a very odd and very amusing subject for a picture, but it has still greater claims upon attention as a capital painting remarkable for colour and effect'. From "Illustrated London News", 1862
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The International Exhibition: The Bad Neighbors, painted by the Belgian artist Charles Verlat in 1862, is a captivating and thought-provoking work that showcases the intricacies of animal behavior and the satirical commentary on human nature. The painting depicts a group of monkeys in cages, each engaged in various activities that mirror the vices and quirks of human behavior. At the center of the painting, two monkeys are shown in a heated argument, their faces contorted in anger and frustration. The caption from the Illustrated London News of 1862 suggests that this scene may reflect the covetous and mammon-worshipping tendencies of people in the age of shopkeeping, advertising, and billsticking. The wicked Belgian painter captures the essence of the human condition, as the monkeys' behavior may resonate with the viewer's own experiences with their neighbors or acquaintances. Moreover, a sly urchin monkey is shown begging and trading, which may bring to mind the likenesses of individuals in the audience. The satire in the painting is evident, but it also offers a lesson, as the caricatured monkeys' antics may serve as a reflection of our own behaviors and tendencies. The painting's vibrant colors and striking effects add to its allure, making it a capital work of art. The showman, with his exhibition curtain, drum, trumpet, cups, and dice, adds a humorous touch to the scene. The odd and amusing subject matter of the painting, coupled with its masterful execution, make it a must-see for art enthusiasts and casual observers alike.
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