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La cigale et la ant - The Ant and the Grasshopper - from Fables
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La cigale et la ant - The Ant and the Grasshopper - from Fables
XEE4155952 La cigale et la ant - The Ant and the Grasshopper - from Fables by Jean de La Fontaine (Lafontaine) (1621-95) - engraving after Gustave Dore (1832-83) - Private collection by Dore, Gustave (1832-83) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: La cigale et la ant - The Ant and the Grasshopper - from Fables by Jean de La Fontaine (Lafontaine) (1621-95) - engraving after Gustave Dore (1832-83) - Private collection); Stefano Bianchetti; French, out of copyright
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This engraving, titled "La cigale et la ant - The Ant and the Grasshopper - from Fables" by Jean de La Fontaine, transports us into a world of literature and imagination. The artwork, created by Gustave Dore in the 19th century, beautifully captures the essence of this timeless fable. In this scene, we see multiple people gathered around a young girl who holds a guitar. Winter has arrived, as indicated by the icy landscape surrounding them. The girl's music fills the air with melancholy notes that resonate with both beauty and sadness. The image symbolizes the moral lesson conveyed in La Fontaine's fable: while the grasshopper spent its summer days singing and enjoying life without any thought for tomorrow, it now finds itself begging for warmth and sustenance during winter. In contrast, the diligent ant is prepared for harsh times ahead due to its hard work and foresight. Through this print, Stefano Bianchetti skillfully brings together elements of poverty, communication through art (music), literature (fables), and seasons to create an evocative visual narrative. It serves as a reminder of our own responsibilities towards planning for our future while appreciating art's ability to convey profound messages about life. This remarkable piece from Fine Art Finder invites viewers to reflect on their own choices in life – will they be like the grasshopper or emulate the wisdom of ants?
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