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Framed Print : Gout and the Spider, c1835
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Gout and the Spider, c1835
Gout and the Spider, c1835. Physician attending a clerical patient suffering from a case of gout. Illustration for Gout and the Spider from Fables by Jean de La Fontaine. (Paris, c1835)
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Media ID 14866142
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Bandage Bandages Clergyman Cleric Disease Doctor Fable Fontaine Gout Illness Jean De La Jean De La Fontaine Oxford Science Archive Patient Physician
21.5"x17.5" (55x44cm) Premium Frame
Bring the timeless charm of French literature to your home with our Framed Prints featuring "Gout and the Spider," an illustration from Jean de La Fontaine's Fables. This captivating image, created in Paris around 1835, depicts a physician caring for a clerical patient afflicted by gout. The intricate details and rich colors of this Anonymous work, sourced from Heritage Images, are beautifully preserved in our high-quality Framed Prints. Elevate your décor with this classic piece of art that tells a tale as old as time.
Framed and mounted 17x12 print. Professionally handmade full timber moulded frames are finished off with framers tape and come with a hanging solution on the back. Outer dimensions are 21.5x17.5 inches (546x444mm). Quality timber frame frame moulding (20mm wide and 30mm deep) with frame colours in your choice of black, white, or raw oak and a choice of black or white card mounts. Frames have a perspex front providing a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish which is easily cleaned with a damp cloth.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 41.8cm x 41.8cm (16.5" x 16.5")
Estimated Product Size is 54.6cm x 44.4cm (21.5" x 17.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This print titled "Gout and the Spider, c1835" depicts a scene from the fables of Jean de La Fontaine. Set in 19th century France, it showcases a physician attending to a clerical patient suffering from gout. The image offers an intriguing glimpse into the intersection of health, religion, and occupation during this time period. The composition is rich with detail, showcasing the interior of a room furnished with elegant chairs and decor typical of that era. The patient sits in discomfort while his bandaged foot rests on a stool, highlighting the debilitating effects of gout. Meanwhile, the physician attentively examines his condition. The presence of religious symbolism adds another layer to this artwork. As a clergyman seeks medical assistance for his ailment, it raises questions about faith versus science and how individuals reconcile their beliefs with physical afflictions. Through its monochrome aesthetic and intricate engravings, this print captures both the historical context and moral undertones present in La Fontaine's fable. It serves as a reminder that illness knows no boundaries - affecting people from all walks of life regardless of their profession or social status. Overall, this thought-provoking piece invites viewers to reflect on themes such as human fragility, compassion in healthcare practices, and the complexities inherent within religious beliefs when faced with adversity.
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