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Greetings Card : The Weasel In The Granary (Collection 1, Book 3, fable 17) - engraving from "A Hundred Fables of La Fontaine"Illustrated by Percy J. Billinghurst (1871-1933) - 1899
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The Weasel In The Granary (Collection 1, Book 3, fable 17) - engraving from "A Hundred Fables of La Fontaine"Illustrated by Percy J. Billinghurst (1871-1933) - 1899
XEE4161810 The Weasel In The Granary (Collection 1, Book 3, fable 17) - engraving from " A Hundred Fables of La Fontaine" Illustrated by Percy J. Billinghurst (1871-1933) - 1899 - by Billinghurst, Percy James (1871-1933); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Weasel In The Granary (Collection 1, Book 3, fable 17) - engraving from " A Hundred Fables of La Fontaine" Illustrated by Percy J. Billinghurst (1871-1933) - 1899 -); Stefano Bianchetti
Media ID 25213508
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Greetings Card (7"x5")
Step into the world of timeless fables with Media Storehouse's exquisite collection of greeting cards. This charming design features "The Weasel in The Granary" (Collection 1, Book 3, Fable 17) from Percy J. Billinghurst's illustrations of "A Hundred Fables of La Fontaine." Dating back to 1899, this engraving by Stefano Bianchetti is a beautiful addition to our series. Each card is a piece of art, perfect for expressing thoughtfulness and appreciation. Share the wisdom of La Fontaine's fables with your loved ones and make every message a work of art.
Folded Greeting Cards (12.5x17.5 cm) have a laminate finish and are supplied with an envelope. The front and inside can be personalised with text in a selection of fonts, layouts and colours.
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Product Size is 17.5cm x 12.5cm (6.9" x 4.9")
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 engraving, titled "The Weasel In The Granary" is a remarkable piece of art from the collection "A Hundred Fables of La Fontaine". Created by Percy J. Billinghurst in 1899, this illustration brings to life one of Jean de La Fontaine's famous fables. In this scene, we see a mischievous weasel who has managed to infiltrate a granary filled with an abundance of food. With its cunning nature, the weasel appears both curious and sly as it surveys its surroundings. The intricate details in the engraving beautifully capture the texture and essence of each element within the composition. La Fontaine's fable explores themes such as greed, temptation, and consequences. Through his storytelling prowess, he imparts valuable lessons about human behavior using animal characters as metaphors. Billinghurst's skillful interpretation adds depth to La Fontaine's words by visually depicting the tension between desire and self-control. The contrast between light and shadow enhances the dramatic effect while highlighting every stroke on paper. As viewers gaze upon this mesmerizing artwork by Stefano Bianchetti from Fine Art Finder, they are transported back in time to experience not only an enchanting tale but also appreciate the artistic mastery that went into creating such a timeless piece.
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