Canvas Print : Aesop / Trees and the Axe
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Aesop / Trees and the Axe
THE TREES AND THE AXE The trees allow the countryman to fell a small tree to make a handle for his axe, not reali- -sing he is a woodcutter who will use it to fell many more
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Media ID 7111453
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Aesop Countryman Fables Fell Handle Sing Wood Cutter Myth Reali
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
"Introducing the captivating 'Aesop / Trees and the Axe' canvas print from Media Storehouse, featuring this iconic fable illustration by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This intriguing image tells the timeless story of the woodcutter, who unknowingly allows trees to provide him with the material to make an axe handle, only to later use it to fell many more trees. Each canvas print is expertly crafted with premium materials, ensuring vibrant colors and sharp details that bring this captivating story to life in your home or office. Experience the richness of this classic tale in a whole new way with Media Storehouse's beautifully designed and expertly crafted canvas prints."
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Aesop's Timeless Fable: The Trees and the Axe This evocative image captures the essence of Aesop's fable, "The Trees and the Axe." In this historical scene, a countryman, with a determined look in his eyes, stands before a small tree, axe in hand. The tree, unaware of the impending doom, reaches out its branches in a gesture of acceptance, allowing the countryman to fell it. Unbeknownst to the tree, the countryman is a woodcutter, who will use the tree's wood to make a handle for his axe, only to fell many more trees in the future. Aesop's fable, first recorded in the 6th century BCE, is a poignant reminder of the interconnectedness of all things in nature and the consequences of our actions. The fable teaches us that every tree we cut down, every resource we use, has a ripple effect that extends far beyond our immediate needs. The woodcutter in the image embodies the human tendency to focus on the present, often neglecting the long-term consequences of our actions. The trees, on the other hand, represent the natural world, which continues to give generously, even as it faces destruction. This image, with its rich historical context, offers a powerful visual interpretation of Aesop's fable. It invites us to reflect on the impact of our actions on the natural world and to consider the importance of sustainability and stewardship in our daily lives.
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