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A Poor Substitute, or a Monkeys Mistake, a West Indian Story (litho)
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A Poor Substitute, or a Monkeys Mistake, a West Indian Story (litho)
1039434 A Poor Substitute, or a Monkeys Mistake, a West Indian Story (litho) by Ralston, William (1848-1911) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Poor Substitute, or a Monkeys Mistake, a West Indian Story. Illustration for The Graphic, 19 March 1898.); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 22205900
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A Poor Substitute, or a Monkey's Mistake, a West Indian Story
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is a captivating lithograph that takes us back to the 19th century. This humorous illustration by William Ralston depicts a comical scene from the West Indies. In this delightful artwork, we find ourselves in the midst of an amusing incident. A mischievous monkey, driven by its insatiable desire for food, has mistakenly fallen into a trap set by a clever planter. The poor creature thought it had found a dainty meal but instead finds itself racked with disgust and disappointment. The artist skillfully captures the fleeting emotions of both joy and sadness on the monkey's face as it realizes its mistake. Its once happy and carefree life has been interrupted by this unfortunate turn of events. This engraving showcases not only the intelligence of these remarkable animals but also their capacity for happiness and feeling. It reminds us that even in nature's simplest creatures, there is much to be learned about our own human emotions. As we observe this scene unfold before our eyes, we are reminded of the joys and pitfalls of life. We are tempted to conceal our own mistakes just like this monkey did when it fell into this trap. Ultimately, "A Poor Substitute or a Monkey's Mistake" serves as both entertainment and reflection on human nature through the lens of wildlife in Asia.
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