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An eagle attacking its keeper in revenge for a whipping a week before
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An eagle attacking its keeper in revenge for a whipping a week before
6337381 An eagle attacking its keeper in revenge for a whipping a week before by English School, (19th century); (add.info.: An eagle attacking its keeper in revenge for a whipping a week before. The eagle wounded the man terribly and escaped after breaking its chains. Based on an incident in the south of Scotland. Golden eagle, Aquila chrysaetos. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Reverend Thomas Smiths The Naturalists Cabinet, or Interesting Sketches of Animal History, Albion Press, James Cundee, London, 1806. Smith, fl. 1803-1818, was a writer and editor of books on natural history, religion, philosophy, ancient history and astronomy.); © Florilegius
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This print captures a chilling moment of revenge in the animal kingdom. Depicting an eagle attacking its keeper, this image tells the story of a harrowing incident that took place in the south of Scotland. The week prior to this encounter, the keeper had subjected the majestic bird to a cruel whipping. In an act of retaliation and liberation, the wounded eagle fiercely turned on its tormentor, inflicting terrible injuries before breaking free from its chains and fleeing into the wild. This powerful scene serves as a reminder that even creatures held in captivity can possess an indomitable spirit and fight back against cruelty. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Reverend Thomas Smith's "The Naturalists Cabinet" this artwork showcases both artistic skill and scientific accuracy. It offers us a glimpse into 19th-century natural history illustrations while also shedding light on issues such as animal cruelty and abuse. As we observe this intense confrontation between man and beast, it prompts us to reflect on our relationship with wildlife and consider how we can better protect these magnificent creatures. Through education, compassion, and respect for all living beings, we have the power to prevent such incidents from occurring again. This thought-provoking image is not only visually striking but also serves as a poignant reminder of our responsibility towards animals in our care.
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