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The Dog and the Wolf, illustration for Fables of La Fontaine, published by H. Fournier Aine, 1838 (engraving)
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The Dog and the Wolf, illustration for Fables of La Fontaine, published by H. Fournier Aine, 1838 (engraving)
498846 The Dog and the Wolf, 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.: Fable from Aesop and recounted in La Fontaines Fables, first published in 1668; Jean de la Fontaine (1621-95) French author, poet and moralist; le Chien et le Loup; a hungry wolf meets a well fed dog and compliments him on his sleek appearance but is put off joining the prosperous dog when he becomes aware of the collar around the dogs neck which has caused his fur to be worn away; the moral of this fable is that freedom is too important to be exchanged for comfort or prosperity; )
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Aesop Chien Contrast Fable Fables Freedom Grandville 1803 47 Grandville Jean Ignace Isidore Gerard Hunger Hungry Jackals La Fontaine Liberty Loup Moral Morality Prosperity She Wolf Starvation Well Fed Wolf Wolves
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This engraving, titled "The Dog and the Wolf" is an illustration for the Fables of La Fontaine, published by H. Fournier Aine in 1838. Created by Grandville (Jean Ignace Isidore Gerard), a renowned French illustrator of the 19th century, this artwork depicts a thought-provoking scene from one of Aesop's fables. In this powerful image, we witness a striking contrast between a well-fed dog and a hungry wolf. The wolf admires the dog's sleek appearance but soon notices the collar around its neck that has caused its fur to wear away. This realization deters him from joining the prosperous dog, as he values his freedom more than comfort or prosperity. Symbolizing morality and liberty, this fable reminds us that true wealth cannot be measured solely in material possessions. It urges us to reflect on our choices and priorities in life – whether we are willing to sacrifice our freedom for temporary comforts or choose to embrace independence even during times of hardship. Grandville's meticulous attention to detail brings these animal characters to life with remarkable precision. From their expressions to their body language, every element contributes to conveying the moral lesson embedded within this enchanting artwork. "The Dog and the Wolf" serves as both an aesthetic delight and a timeless reminder about making conscious decisions that align with our core values. As we gaze upon this masterpiece, let it inspire us towards embracing freedom over fleeting prosperity while appreciating Grandville's exceptional artistic talent captured in each stroke of his engraving tool.
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