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Rabbit for dinner
An early Victorian print showing a couple outside their rural cottage contemplating eating one of their rabbits. The woman seems rather upset about it all but the dog looks hopeful
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Media ID 4361866
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C1850 Contemplating Cottage Dinner Eating Hopeful Rabbit Rabbits Upset
18"x18" (46x46cm) Pillow
18"x18" (46x46cm) Faux Suede Pillow with a plush soft feel. Your choice of image fills the front, with a stone colored faux suede back. Flat sewn concealed white zip.
Accessorise your space with decorative, soft pillows
Estimated Product Size is 45.7cm x 45.7cm (18" x 18")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This early Victorian print, titled 'Rabbit for Dinner,' captures a poignant moment in rural life from the past. The scene unfolds outside a quaint, red-brick cottage, where a couple stands deep in contemplation. The man, dressed in a simple, workman's smock, holds a freshly killed rabbit by its ears, while his wife looks on with a mixture of sadness and resignation. Her eyes are filled with concern, and her hand covers her mouth as she tries to hide her emotions. Their faithful dog, sitting at their feet, seems to sense the tension and looks up at them with hopeful eyes. The dog's anticipation of a meal is a stark contrast to the couple's somber mood. The rustic setting, with its thatched roof and wooden fence, adds to the sense of history and tradition. The print, produced in the late 1800s, offers a glimpse into the daily realities of rural life during this era. Rabbit was a common source of protein for families living in the countryside, and hunting or trapping was a necessary skill for survival. This image, however, reveals the emotional complexities of such a simple act, as the couple grapples with the moral and emotional implications of taking a life for sustenance. The print, with its intricate details and authentic depiction of rural life, serves as a reminder of the rich history and traditions that have shaped our world. It invites us to reflect on the complexities of our relationship with nature and the animals we consume, as well as the emotional bonds that exist between humans and their pets.
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