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Enough is as good as feast (engraving)
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Enough is as good as feast (engraving)
1064375 Enough is as good as feast (engraving) by Macquoid, Percy (1852-1925); Private Collection; (add.info.: Enough is as good as feast. Illustration for The Graphic, 31 March 1894.); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
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Bird Cage Canary Domestic Cat Feast Good Kitten Kittens Pussies Pussy Singing Fowls Killing
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In this engraving titled "Enough is as good as feast". Percy Macquoid transports us to a world where the delicate balance between nature's beauty and its destructive forces is on full display. The image, part of a private collection, was originally created for The Graphic in March 1894. At the center of the composition stands a canary, symbolizing freedom and joyous singing. Yet, it finds itself confined within a birdcage, representing captivity and restriction. This juxtaposition hints at the paradoxical nature of life - sometimes what we desire most can become our own prison. The scene unfolds with an air of imminent danger as a cunning cat lurks nearby, eyeing the defenseless bird with predatory intent. It serves as a reminder that even amidst abundance (the feast), one must remain vigilant against potential threats. Macquoid skillfully captures multiple layers of meaning through his intricate details. A group of kittens play innocently in the background while fowls frolic by the seaside; they represent untamed wildlife existing harmoniously alongside domesticated animals. This thought-provoking print invites contemplation on themes such as temptation, mortality, and humanity's complex relationship with nature. As viewers immerse themselves in this visual narrative from Bridgeman Images' Fine Art Finder collection, they are prompted to reflect upon their own desires and whether having "enough" truly satisfies them or if it merely masks deeper longings for true freedom.
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