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Fables of La Fontaine: The carter in the mire (litho)
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Fables of La Fontaine: The carter in the mire (litho)
6002172 Fables of La Fontaine: The carter in the mire (litho) by Billinghurst, Percy James (1871-1933); Private Collection; (add.info.: The carter in the mire. Illustration for A Hundred Fables of La Fontaine (John Lane, The Bodley Head, 3rd edn, c 1910).); © Look and Learn; English, out of copyright
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Carter Fables French Literature Jean De La Fontaine La Fontaine Tales Fable Mire
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This lithograph print, titled "Fables of La Fontaine: The carter in the mire" transports us into the enchanting world of French literature. Created by Percy James Billinghurst in 1910, this artwork beautifully illustrates one of Jean de La Fontaine's famous fables from his collection "A Hundred Fables of La Fontaine". The scene depicts a carter and his horse struggling to escape from a treacherous mire. With intricate detail and skillful use of shading, Billinghurst brings these characters to life, capturing their expressions of desperation and determination. La Fontaine's fables are renowned for using animals as protagonists to convey moral lessons. In this tale, the carter symbolizes human folly while the horse represents loyalty and perseverance. Through their plight in the muddy trap, we learn about the consequences of stubbornness and arrogance. Displayed against a neutral background, this lithograph emphasizes both the timeless nature of these stories and its artistic value. The careful composition draws our attention to every element - from the cart sinking deeper into mud to the horse straining against its harness. As we gaze upon this remarkable piece, we are reminded not only of La Fontaine's enduring legacy but also how art can transport us into different worlds where animals teach us valuable lessons through engaging narratives.
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