Poster Print : Fable of the old lion, Dirk Stoop, John Ogilby, 1665

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Fable of the old lion, Dirk Stoop, John Ogilby, 1665

Liszt Collection of nineteenth-century engravings and images to browse and enjoy

Media ID 12738939

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1665 Aesop Beasts Prey Boar Bull Dirk Stoop Donkey Dying Equestrian Equine Fable Fables Ground Horse John Ogilby Lion Predatory Animals Race Hoofed Injure Powerless Stronger

A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print

Discover the timeless charm of Quint Lox's 'Fable of the Old Lion, Dirk Stoop, John Ogilby, 1665' from the Liszt Collection. This captivating poster print brings to life the classic fable of Dirk Stoop, an old lion who regains his strength and pride through a clever ruse. John Ogilby's intricate illustrations, originally published in 1665, are now available in stunning poster format from Media Storehouse. Each print is meticulously crafted to preserve the original artwork's rich details and vibrant colors, making it a perfect addition to your home or office space. Relive the wisdom of the old lion and the power of resilience with this beautiful and inspiring poster print.

A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.

Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.

Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 42cm x 55.6cm (16.5" x 21.9")

Estimated Product Size is 42cm x 59.4cm (16.5" x 23.4")

These are individually made so all sizes are approximate

Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.

EDITORS COMMENTS
In this print titled "Fable of the Old Lion" created by Dirk Stoop and John Ogilby in 1665, we are transported into the world of fables and predatory animals. The scene depicts an old lion, once a powerful ruler of the animal kingdom, now lying powerless on the ground. Surrounding him are various beasts including an ass, donkey, hoofed boar, bull, horse, and hog. The illustration beautifully captures the essence of Aesop's timeless fable about strength and power. As we observe this poignant moment unfold before our eyes, it becomes clear that even the mightiest can fall prey to time's relentless grip. The old lion's feeble state serves as a reminder that no matter how strong or dominant one may be in their prime, they too will eventually succumb to age and weakness. Through intricate details and masterful brushstrokes by Stoop and Ogilby, we witness how these other animals take advantage of the dying lion's vulnerability. It is a stark portrayal of nature's ruthless cycle where stronger creatures seize opportunities to assert their dominance over weaker ones. This remarkable piece from Quint Lox’s Liszt Collection invites us to reflect upon our own mortality while reminding us that strength is fleeting. It serves as a visual testament to both the fragility of life and the inevitable passing of power from one generation to another – a profound lesson captured within this single frame for generations to come.

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