Aesop Collection (page 8)

The wind and the sun (engraving)
3624933 The wind and the sun (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The wind and the sun. Illustration for Aesops Fables (Bliss Sands, 1897)

The old woman and her maids (engraving)
3624928 The old woman and her maids (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The old woman and her maids. Illustration for Aesops Fables (Bliss Sands, 1897)

The hares and frogs in a storm (engraving)
3624927 The hares and frogs in a storm (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The hares and frogs in a storm)

The ass, the lion, and the cock (engraving)
3624925 The ass, the lion, and the cock (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The ass, the lion, and the cock)

The ant and the fly (engraving)
3624920 The ant and the fly (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The ant and the fly. Illustration for Aesops Fables (Bliss Sands, 1897)

The belly and the members (engraving)
3624914 The belly and the members (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The belly and the members. Illustration for Aesops Fables (Bliss Sands, 1897)

The husbandman and the stork (engraving)
3624909 The husbandman and the stork (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The husbandman and the stork. Illustration for Aesops Fables (Bliss Sands, 1897)

The hawk and the farmer (engraving)
3624899 The hawk and the farmer (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The hawk and the farmer. Illustration for Aesops Fables (Bliss Sands, 1897)

The ass and the little dog (engraving)
3624886 The ass and the little dog (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The ass and the little dog. Illustration for Aesops Fables (Bliss Sands, 1897)

The bear and the bee hives (engraving)
3624883 The bear and the bee hives (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The bear and the bee hives. Illustration for Aesops Fables (Bliss Sands, 1897)

The falconer and the partridge (engraving)
3624875 The falconer and the partridge (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The falconer and the partridge)

The wood and the clown (engraving)
3624870 The wood and the clown (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The wood and the clown. Illustration for Aesops Fables (Bliss Sands, 1897)

The stag in the ox-stall (engraving)
3624864 The stag in the ox-stall (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The stag in the ox-stall. Illustration for Aesops Fables (Bliss Sands, 1897)

The tortoise anf the hare (chromolitho)
972132 The tortoise anf the hare (chromolitho) by Dore, Gustave (1832-83) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The tortoise anf the hare.); © Look and Learn

Foxs adventures with verses inside a Christmas card
Foxs adventures with a crow, geese and a rabbit inside a Christmas card. (2 of 2) Date: circa 1890s

The cock and the fox (engraving)
3624964 The cock and the fox (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The cock and the fox. Illustration for Aesops Fables (Bliss Sands, 1897)

The lion and the four bulls (engraving)
3624963 The lion and the four bulls (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The lion and the four bulls. Illustration for Aesops Fables (Bliss Sands, 1897)

The fowler and the ringdove (engraving)
3624953 The fowler and the ringdove (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The fowler and the ringdove. Illustration for Aesops Fables (Bliss Sands, 1897)

The swallow and other birds (engraving)
3624949 The swallow and other birds (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The swallow and other birds. Illustration for Aesops Fables (Bliss Sands, 1897)

The lion and other beasts (engraving)
3624945 The lion and other beasts (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The lion and other beasts. Illustration for Aesops Fables (Bliss Sands, 1897)

The birds, the beasts, and the bat (engraving)
3624939 The birds, the beasts, and the bat (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The birds, the beasts, and the bat)

The lion, the bear, and the fox (engraving)
3624932 The lion, the bear, and the fox (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The lion, the bear, and the fox)

The porcupine and the snakes (engraving)
3624929 The porcupine and the snakes (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The porcupine and the snakes. Illustration for Aesops Fables (Bliss Sands, 1897)

The peacock and the crane (engraving)
3624924 The peacock and the crane (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The peacock and the crane. Illustration for Aesops Fables (Bliss Sands, 1897)

Hercules and the carter (engraving)
3624916 Hercules and the carter (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hercules and the carter. Illustration for Aesops Fables (Bliss Sands, 1897)

The fox and the sick lion (engraving)
3624915 The fox and the sick lion (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The fox and the sick lion. Illustration for Aesops Fables (Bliss Sands, 1897)

The stag and the fawn (engraving)
3624906 The stag and the fawn (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The stag and the fawn. Illustration for Aesops Fables (Bliss Sands, 1897)

The fox and the goat (engraving)
3624905 The fox and the goat (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The fox and the goat. Illustration for Aesops Fables (Bliss Sands, 1897)

The fox without a tail (engraving)
3624901 The fox without a tail (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The fox without a tail. Illustration for Aesops Fables (Bliss Sands, 1897)

The ass in the lions skin (engraving)
3624894 The ass in the lions skin (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The ass in the lions skin. Illustration for Aesops Fables (Bliss Sands, 1897)

The angler and the little fish (engraving)
3624887 The angler and the little fish (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The angler and the little fish)

The wolf and the crane (engraving)
3624885 The wolf and the crane (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The wolf and the crane. Illustration for Aesops Fables (Bliss Sands, 1897)

The travellers and the bear (engraving)
3624880 The travellers and the bear (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The travellers and the bear. Illustration for Aesops Fables (Bliss Sands, 1897)

The lion, the ass, and the fox (engraving)
3624874 The lion, the ass, and the fox (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The lion, the ass, and the fox)

The horse and the stag (engraving)
3624873 The horse and the stag (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The horse and the stag. Illustration for Aesops Fables (Bliss Sands, 1897)

The young man and the swallow (engraving)
3624871 The young man and the swallow (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The young man and the swallow. Illustration for Aesops Fables (Bliss Sands, 1897)

The old man and death (engraving)
3624867 The old man and death (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The old man and death. Illustration for Aesops Fables (Bliss Sands, 1897)

Esope cherchant un homme (engraving)
3644915 Esope cherchant un homme (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Esope cherchant un homme. Illustration for Le Magasin Pittoresque (1857)

The Cock and the Fox (engraving)
671851 The Cock and the Fox (engraving) by Griset, Ernest Henry (1844-1907); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Cock and the Fox)

The Wolf in Sheeps Clothing (engraving)
671846 The Wolf in Sheeps Clothing (engraving) by Griset, Ernest Henry (1844-1907); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Wolf in Sheeps Clothing)

The Owl and the Grasshopper (engraving)
671798 The Owl and the Grasshopper (engraving) by Griset, Ernest Henry (1844-1907); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Owl and the Grasshopper)

The Old Woman and the Empty Cask (engraving)
671876 The Old Woman and the Empty Cask (engraving) by Griset, Ernest Henry (1844-1907); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Old Woman and the Empty Cask)

The Fox and the Lion (engraving)
671871 The Fox and the Lion (engraving) by Griset, Ernest Henry (1844-1907); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Fox and the Lion)

The Wolf, the She-Goat, and the Kid (engraving)
671866 The Wolf, the She-Goat, and the Kid (engraving) by Griset, Ernest Henry (1844-1907); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Wolf, the She-Goat, and the Kid)

The Fowler and the Lark (engraving)
671865 The Fowler and the Lark (engraving) by Griset, Ernest Henry (1844-1907); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Fowler and the Lark)

The Ass Carrying an Idol (engraving)
671859 The Ass Carrying an Idol (engraving) by Griset, Ernest Henry (1844-1907); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Ass Carrying an Idol)

The Hare and the Tortoise (engraving)
671845 The Hare and the Tortoise (engraving) by Griset, Ernest Henry (1844-1907); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Hare and the Tortoise)

The Eagle and the Crow (engraving)
671843 The Eagle and the Crow (engraving) by Griset, Ernest Henry (1844-1907); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Eagle and the Crow)

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"Aesop: Master of Timeless Tales and Moral Lessons" Step into the enchanting world of Aesop, where fables come alive through captivating illustrations. From "The Ant and the Grasshopper" to "The Tortoise and the Hare, " these timeless stories have been beautifully depicted by talented artists throughout history. In Christopher Sanders' watercolor rendition of "The Ant and the Grasshopper, " we witness the contrasting lifestyles of hardworking ants and carefree grasshoppers. This fable serves as a reminder that diligence reaps rewards while idleness leads to regret. "The Fox & The Stork" showcases Aesop's wit as he teaches us about reciprocity through an amusing tale. With each character struggling to enjoy their meal due to their differing physical attributes, this story reminds us that fairness is essential in any relationship. Even in 1947, Aesop's influence extended beyond mere words with Robot Aesop Simak. This mechanical marvel brought his tales to life, bridging literature with technology for generations to come. Arthur Rackham's illustration for "The Tortoise and the Hare" captures our imagination as we witness a slow but steady tortoise triumph over a boastful hare. It teaches us that perseverance can overcome even the most formidable opponents. Another classic fable, "The Fox & The Crow, " warns against flattery from cunning individuals seeking personal gain. Through stunning imagery, it reminds us not to be swayed by empty praise or false promises. A race between Hare and Tortoise comes alive once again in another depiction by Aesop himself. This age-old lesson emphasizes humility over arrogance, proving that pride often leads to downfall. "The Goose With The Golden Eggs" lithograph presents a cautionary tale about greediness; reminding us not to sacrifice long-term gains for short-lived pleasures or material possessions.