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A goose insults a pet mandrill in a walled garden. 1811 (etching)
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A goose insults a pet mandrill in a walled garden. 1811 (etching)
7235874 A goose insults a pet mandrill in a walled garden. 1811 (etching) by Howitt, Samuel (1756-1822); (add.info.: A goose insults a pet mandrill chained to a block in a walled garden. Baboon and poultry. Illustration of a fable by English poet John Gay. Copperplate etching drawn and engraved from life by Samuel Howitt from his own A New Work of Animals, Principally Designed from the Fables of Aesop, Gay and Phaedrus, Edward Orme, London, 1811.); © Florilegius
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In this etching from 1811, we are transported to a walled garden where an unexpected encounter between a goose and a pet mandrill takes place. The scene is filled with tension as the goose boldly insults the chained mandrill, who appears both perplexed and offended by the bird's audacity. The artist, Samuel Howitt, masterfully captures this intriguing moment from English poet John Gay's fable. Through his copperplate etching drawn and engraved from life, Howitt brings to life the vivid characters of Aesop's fables in his own unique style. The composition showcases not only Howitt's artistic talent but also his deep understanding of animal behavior. The contrast between the elegant yet assertive goose and the captive mandrill creates a dynamic visual narrative that leaves viewers pondering over their respective roles in this peculiar interaction. As we delve into this artwork, we find ourselves contemplating themes of power dynamics and social hierarchies within nature. It serves as a reminder that even in seemingly idyllic settings like walled gardens, conflicts can arise unexpectedly. This print offers us a glimpse into early 19th-century British culture while simultaneously exploring universal concepts found within literature and natural history. It is through such works that art becomes an avenue for reflection on our own human experiences intertwined with wildlife encounters.
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