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La Fontaines Fables - The Wallet
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La Fontaines Fables - The Wallet
Vintage engraving from La Fontaines Fables, Illustraed by Gustave Dore. The Wallet, Jupiter
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Allegory Painting Characters Classical God Crocodile Crocodile Family Fairy Tale Fantasy Fountain Gustave Gustave Dore Jean De La Fontaine Jupiter Literature Living Organism Monkey Past Primate Reptile Retro Revival Roman God Speculative Being Styles The Natural World Aquatic Reptile Obsolete Victorian Style
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This vintage engraving from La Fontaine's Fables, illustrated by Gustave Dore, transports us back to the enchanting world of 19th-century literature. The print titled "The Wallet" captures the essence of a retro revival with its intricate characters and animal themes. In this scene, we witness Jupiter, the classical Roman god, accompanied by an aquatic reptile amidst a mesmerizing fountain. The antique feel of this engraved image takes us on a journey through time as we explore the obsolete art form of woodcut illustration and painting. The crocodile family dominates the foreground, their presence adding depth to this allegory painting. As we delve into this fairy tale-like setting, our imagination runs wild with thoughts of speculative beings and Victorian-style storytelling. Nature comes alive in black and white as various creatures such as monkeys and apes join forces with mammals and reptiles in perfect harmony. This print serves as a reminder that all living organisms are interconnected within the natural world. Gustave Dore's masterful technique beautifully captures every detail in this stunning piece. It is evident that both he and Jean de la Fontaine were true visionaries who left an indelible mark on literary history. As we gaze upon this print by Duncan1890 from Fine Art Storehouse, we can't help but be transported to another era - one filled with fantasy, old-fashioned charm, and rich historical significance.
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