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Le passage des palombes (engraving)
7194457 Le passage des palombes (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Le passage des palombes. Illustration for La Chasse Illustree (Firmin Didot, 1867-68).); © Look and Learn
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Ambush Being Set Up Bloodsports Contryside Green Pastures Hunters Lurking Rural Area Rural Landscape Rural Life Rural Region Rural Scene Set Up State Hunting Technology Trap Trick Tricked Four Elements Fowls
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Le passage des palombes (engraving) captures the essence of 19th-century rural life and the thrill of hunting in France. This exquisite print, part of a private collection, showcases the mastery of the French School from that era. The scene unfolds amidst a picturesque countryside, with green pastures stretching as far as the eye can see. The artist skillfully portrays a rural landscape teeming with wildlife, where birds take center stage. Palombes, or wood pigeons, dominate the composition as they migrate through the air in large flocks. Intriguingly, this engraving was created for La Chasse Illustree (Firmin Didot), an esteemed publication dedicated to hunting. It offers a glimpse into state-sponsored hunting practices prevalent during this period. The artwork cleverly incorporates elements of technology and trickery employed by hunters. A meticulously set trap lies hidden within nature's beauty—a cunning ambush for unsuspecting prey. Lurking in anticipation is a hunter clad in traditional attire, ready to seize his opportunity. Rendered in black and white tones, this engraving exudes timeless elegance while emphasizing contrasts between light and shadow. The intricate details bring each element to life—the graceful flight of birds against rugged landscapes creates an atmosphere both serene and dynamic. As we admire 'Le passage des palombes, ' we are transported back to an era when man coexisted closely with nature—when hunting was not only about sport but also deeply intertwined with daily life.
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