Canvas Print : Snail and grasshoppers racing, Les Images en Musique
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Snail and grasshoppers racing, Les Images en Musique
Snails with grasshopper jockeys taking part in a race, with a mole at the finishing line, illustration in Les Images en Musique, with illustrations by Benjamin Rabier and easy pieces for piano by Jane Vieu. Date: 1908
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Media ID 14226542
© Mary Evans Picture Library / John Maclellan
Benjamin Derby Easy Fence Finishing Geese Goose Grasshopper Grasshoppers Hole Illustrations Jane Jockey Jockeys Mole Moles Musique Piano Pieces Prix Rabier Snail Snails Vieu Musical
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the captivating "Snail and Grasshoppers Racing" canvas print from Media Storehouse, brought to you by the enchanting illustrations of Les Images en Musique. This whimsical artwork, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, presents a delightful scene of snails and grasshoppers engaged in a friendly race. With grasshopper jockeys perched atop their steeds, the stage is set for an intriguing competition. As the snails inch forward, a mole eagerly awaits at the finishing line to add a touch of excitement to this charming race. Bring this delightful piece of art into your home and let the magic of nature and friendly competition unfold before your eyes. Order your Media Storehouse Canvas Print today and transform your living space into a captivating wonderland.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This charming and whimsical illustration, titled "Les Snails with Grasshopper Jockeys Taking Part in a Race" is an exquisite creation from the French publication "Les Images en Musique," published in 1908. The illustration, drawn by the talented Benjamin Rabier, depicts a delightful scene of snails and grasshoppers engaged in a friendly race through the countryside. The snails, each with their own miniature jockey perched atop their shells, make their way along a fence-lined path, determined to reach the finish line first. A mole, peeking out of its hole at the finishing line, adds an element of surprise and humor to the scene. Accompanying this illustration in the publication were "easy pieces for piano" by Jane Vieu. The combination of Rabier's illustrations and Vieu's music created a unique multimedia experience for readers. The use of animals as the central theme of the illustration adds to the playful and lighthearted atmosphere, making it a popular choice for those seeking a bit of fun and amusement. The illustration showcases the rural and picturesque charm of the French countryside, with the inclusion of various birds and geese in the background. The snails and grasshoppers, often seen as slow-moving creatures, are transformed into competitive racers, adding a delightful twist to the traditional perception of these animals. Overall, this illustration is a charming and humorous representation of a simple, yet entertaining pastime from a bygone era.
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