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The Lion and the Gnat, illustration for Fables of La Fontaine, published by H
498850 The Lion and the Gnat, illustration for Fables of La Fontaine, published by H. Fournier Aine, 1838 (engraving) by Grandville (Jean Ignace Isidore Gerard) (1803-47); Private Collection; (add.info.: Jean de la Fontaine (1621-95) French author, poet and moralist; the fable relates the story of a lion, the king of animals who mocks an insignificant insect, a gnat; the gnat stings the lion who is driven mad by the pain and dies; the gnat exults at this victory but is caught and eaten by a spider as he leaves; the moral of this tale is that hubris is punished; le lion et le moucheron; ); French, out of copyright
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The Lion and the Gnat - A Cautionary Tale of Hubris and Punishment
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. This photo print, titled "The Lion and the Gnat" brings to life an illustration from the renowned Fables of La Fontaine, published by H. Fournier Aine in 1838. Created by Grandville (Jean Ignace Isidore Gerard), this engraving captures a pivotal moment in Jean de la Fontaine's fable. In this tale, we witness the mighty lion, considered the king of animals, mocking a seemingly insignificant insect - a gnat. However, underestimating its adversary proves fatal for the proud lion. The gnat retaliates by stinging him mercilessly until he succumbs to madness and ultimately meets his demise. As poetic justice unfolds before our eyes, we are reminded that pride comes before a fall. The moral lesson embedded within this fable warns against hubris and serves as a cautionary tale for all who dare to underestimate others based on their perceived insignificance. But just when it seems like victory is at hand for the victorious gnat, fate intervenes once more. As it revels in its triumph over the fallen lion, an unsuspecting spider ensnares and devours it without mercy. Through this poignant image captured by Bridgeman Images' Fine Art Finder collection, we are reminded that even those who achieve success through cunning or deceit may eventually face their own comeuppance. It serves as a timeless reminder that no
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