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Les oreilles du hare - The Ears of the Hare (Recueil 1, Livre 5, fable 4) - engraving from "A Hundred Fables of La Fontaine"Illustrated by Percy J. Billinghurst (1871-1933) - 1899
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Les oreilles du hare - The Ears of the Hare (Recueil 1, Livre 5, fable 4) - engraving from "A Hundred Fables of La Fontaine"Illustrated by Percy J. Billinghurst (1871-1933) - 1899
XEE4161994 Les oreilles du hare - The Ears of the Hare (Recueil 1, Livre 5, fable 4) - engraving from " A Hundred Fables of La Fontaine" Illustrated by Percy J. Billinghurst (1871-1933) - 1899 - by Billinghurst, Percy James (1871-1933); Private Collection; (add.info.: Les oreilles du hare - The Ears of the Hare (Recueil 1, Livre 5, fable 4) - engraving from " A Hundred Fables of La Fontaine" Illustrated by Percy J. Billinghurst (1871-1933) - 1899 -); Stefano Bianchetti
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The captivating engraving titled "Les oreilles du hare - The Ears of the Hare" is a stunning piece from Percy J. Billinghurst's illustrated collection, "A Hundred Fables of La Fontaine". Created in 1899, this artwork beautifully captures the essence of Jean de La Fontaine's fable. In this particular scene, we see a hare with its long ears standing tall amidst a grassy landscape. The intricate details and delicate lines bring out the elegance and gracefulness of the animal. The hare's ears are portrayed as an essential feature that sets it apart from other creatures. La Fontaine's fable explores themes of vanity and self-importance. It tells the story of a hare who proudly boasts about his extraordinary hearing abilities to a humble grasshopper. However, when confronted by hunters, it is revealed that his oversized ears become more of a liability than an advantage. Billinghurst masterfully brings this tale to life through his skillful engraving technique. His attention to detail and ability to capture emotion make this print truly remarkable. This enchanting artwork serves as both an aesthetic delight and a reminder for viewers to reflect on their own strengths and weaknesses. It reminds us not to let pride blind us from recognizing our vulnerabilities or underestimating others' capabilities.
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