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An Owlish Eccentricity (engraving)
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An Owlish Eccentricity (engraving)
1603304 An Owlish Eccentricity (engraving) by Wain, Louis (1860-1939); Private Collection; (add.info.: An Owlish Eccentricity. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 10 January 1891.
Louis Wain); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 25500116
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Anthropmorphic Anthropomorhic Anthropomorphic Anthropomorphism Bottle Bottled Bottles Bottling Comfortable Examine Exercise Feathers Feeding Find Follow Neighbouring Observer Owls Protection Rest Resting Return Returns Seek Violent Warm Wintry Initiated
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An Owlish Eccentricity
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is a captivating engraving by Louis Wain that takes us back to the wintry town of 1891. In this whimsical scene, we find ourselves in the midst of an anthropomorphic owl community, where a man seeks warmth and protection from the cold weather. Clothed in layers upon layers of garments, he carries a bottle as his incumbrance while he embarks on an amusing hunt for comfort. As our observer follows his journey through the snowy streets, we witness the man's determined search for solace. The owls around him seem intrigued by his peculiar behavior, their feathers ruffled with curiosity. These wise creatures are initiated into this exercise of seeking warmth alongside their human companion. The contrast between the man's bundled appearance and the sleek feathers of these elegant birds creates a humorous spectacle. It seems as though even nature itself finds amusement in this owlish eccentricity. In this enchanting print, Wain skillfully captures both the playfulness and absurdity of human interaction with animals. Through his artistry, we are reminded that even amidst wintry conditions, there is always room for humor and unexpected encounters within our communities – be they feathered or not.
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