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La Fontaines Fables - An Animal in the Moon
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La Fontaines Fables - An Animal in the Moon
Vintage engraving from La Fontaines Fables, Illustraed by Gustave Dore. An Animal in the Moon. People looking at the moon through a telescope
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Lost in the Moon's Enigmatic Gaze - A Nostalgic Journey to the 19th Century
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. This vintage engraving from La Fontaine's Fables, illustrated by Gustave Doré, transports us back to a time when curiosity and imagination reigned supreme. In this enchanting scene, we find ourselves amidst a group of people eagerly peering through a telescope at the moon above. The retro-styled image exudes an air of antiquity and invites contemplation. As we gaze upon this woodcut illustration, it becomes clear that it is not merely about astronomy but also serves as an allegory for human nature and our insatiable desire for knowledge. Intriguingly, this print captures both the obsolete and timeless aspects of scientific exploration. The astronomer with his Victorian-style attire represents a bygone era while simultaneously embodying the spirit of discovery that transcends time. As we immerse ourselves in this black-and-white masterpiece, we are reminded of forgotten tales and fairytales where fortune tellers foretold destinies under starlit skies. It evokes nostalgia for simpler times when artistry intertwined seamlessly with science. Through Duncan1890's expert curation, this print takes on new life as it beckons us to delve into history's embrace once more. It reminds us that even in our fast-paced world dominated by technology, there is still room for wonderment and contemplation beneath the moonlit sky. Let yourself be transported to another era
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