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An Owlish Eccentricity (engraving)
1603304 An Owlish Eccentricity (engraving) by Wain, Louis (1860-1939); Private Collection; (add.info.: An Owlish Eccentricity. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 10 January 1891.
Louis Wain); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 25500116
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Anthropmorphic Anthropomorhic Anthropomorphic Anthropomorphism Bottle Bottled Bottles Bottling Comfortable Examine Exercise Feathers Feeding Find Follow Initiated Neighbouring Observer Owls Protection Rest Return Returns Seek Violent Warm Wintry
Greetings Card (7"x5")
Add a touch of whimsy to your greetings with Media Storehouse's selection of cards featuring the enchanting illustration, "An Owlish Eccentricity" by Louis Wain. This charming engraving, originally published in The Illustrated London News in 1891, showcases a quirky owl character with expressive eyes and intricate feather detail. Perfect for those who appreciate the unusual and the artistic, these greeting cards are sure to bring a smile to the recipient's face. With their vintage aesthetic and timeless appeal, they make a delightful choice for any occasion.
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 12.5cm x 17.5cm (4.9" x 6.9")
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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An Owlish Eccentricity
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is a captivating engraving by Louis Wain that takes us back to the wintry town of 1891. In this whimsical scene, we find ourselves in the midst of an anthropomorphic owl community, where a man seeks warmth and protection from the cold weather. Clothed in layers upon layers of garments, he carries a bottle as his incumbrance while he embarks on an amusing hunt for comfort. As our observer follows his journey through the snowy streets, we witness the man's determined search for solace. The owls around him seem intrigued by his peculiar behavior, their feathers ruffled with curiosity. These wise creatures are initiated into this exercise of seeking warmth alongside their human companion. The contrast between the man's bundled appearance and the sleek feathers of these elegant birds creates a humorous spectacle. It seems as though even nature itself finds amusement in this owlish eccentricity. In this enchanting print, Wain skillfully captures both the playfulness and absurdity of human interaction with animals. Through his artistry, we are reminded that even amidst wintry conditions, there is always room for humor and unexpected encounters within our communities – be they feathered or not.
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