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Twelve proverbial silhouettes
Twelve proverbial silhouettes given a literal depiction: the fat is in the fire, to have a finger in the pie, sending coals to Newcastle, one sows and another reaps, the last drop makes the cup overflow, to hit the nail on the head, an apple a day keeps the doctor away, tall oaks from little acorns grow, to lay up for a rainy day, early to bed early to rise, straws show which way the wind blows, a rolling stone gathers no moss
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Twelve Proverbial Silhouettes: A Literal Depiction by H.L. Oakley This print by H.L. Oakley, available through Mary Evans Prints Online, offers a unique and whimsical interpretation of twelve popular proverbs. Each silhouette, meticulously crafted, brings a literal depiction to the age-old sayings that have shaped our language and culture. Beginning at the top left, we find a chef holding a frying pan over a roaring fire, representing the proverb "the fat is in the fire." Next to it, a hand reaching into a pie, symbolizing "to have a finger in the pie." A horse and wagon laden with coal are depicted in the third silhouette, illustrating "sending coals to Newcastle." Moving on, a farmer with a sack on his back stands next to another farmer reaping the harvest, representing "one sows and another reaps." A girl holding an apple and a cup overflowing with tea illustrate the proverb "the last drop makes the cup overflow" and "an apple a day keeps the doctor away," respectively. A tall oak tree with an acorn at its base symbolizes "tall oaks from little acorns grow." A man with a shovel and a pig in a rain barrel represent "laying up for a rainy day." A girl in bed with a rooster and a sun peeking over the horizon depict "early to bed and early to rise." A wind vane with arrows pointing in different directions symbolizes "straws show which way the wind blows." A rolling stone with moss growing on it represents "a rolling stone gathers no moss." Lastly, a man hitting a nail on the head with a hammer illustrates "hitting the nail on the head." This enchanting print, titled "Twelve Proverbial Silhouettes," is a must-have for anyone who appreciates the art of storytelling and the richness of language. Each silhouette is a delightful and imaginative representation of these well-known proverbs, making it a perfect addition to any home or office.
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