A flock of sheep wait for slaughter by a butcher, with a wild boar lurking in the long grass
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Framed Print of A flock of sheep wait for slaughter by a butcher
A flock of sheep wait for slaughter by a butcher, and a boar mocks them from the long grass. Wild boar, sheep and butcher. Illustration of a fable by English poet John Gay. Copperplate etching drawn and engraved from life by Samuel Howitt from his own A New Work of Animals, Principally Designed from the Fables of Aesop, Gay and Phaedrus, Edward Orme, London, 1811. Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries.
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Framed Prints featuring 'A flock of sheep wait for slaughter by a butcher' from Mary Evans. This illustration is based on a fable by English poet John Gay, perfect for adding a touch of classic literature to any room. Buy framed art prints online and enhance your space with wall decor.
A poignant scene unfolds in these vintage prints, where a flock of sheep waits patiently for their fate. A lone boar watches from the long grass, seemingly mocking their tranquility.
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Image Download - A flock of sheep wait for slaughter by a butcher, as depicted in this illustration from Mary Evans. This image is available for personal use with a rights-managed license, allowing you to download and utilize it under specific terms. The artwork is an adaptation of John Gay's fable, featuring wild boar and a butcher.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 58.8cm x 41.4cm (23.1" x 16.3")
Estimated Product Size is 86.6cm x 62cm (34.1" x 24.4")
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