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La Fontaines Fables - The man who runs after fortune
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La Fontaines Fables - The man who runs after fortune
Vintage engraving from La Fontaines Fables, Illustraed by Gustave Dore. The man who runs after fortune and the man who waits for her
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Allegory Painting Fairy Tale Fantasy Fortune Teller Fountain Goddess Greek Goddess Gustave Gustave Dore Jean De La Fontaine Literature Luck Mythology Nostalgia Past Retro Revival Roman Goddess Speculative Being Styles Classical Style Image Created 19th Century Obsolete Victorian Style Wheel Of Fortune
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This vintage engraving from La Fontaine's Fables, illustrated by Gustave Doré, captures the essence of a timeless allegory. In this 19th-century style artwork, we witness two contrasting figures in pursuit of fortune. The man who runs after fortune is depicted with determination and urgency, symbolizing the relentless chase for success and material wealth. On the other hand, the man who waits for her embodies patience and contentment as he believes that fortune will eventually come to him. The black and white classical style adds an air of elegance to this engraved image, reminiscent of fairy tales and fantasy worlds. It takes us back to a nostalgic era when literature was filled with mythological references and speculative beings. The presence of a fountain alludes to the concept of luck flowing like water from a divine source. As we gaze at this print, we are reminded of ancient Greek goddesses associated with fortune such as Fortuna or Tyche. Gustave Doré's masterful illustration transports us into history itself while Jean de la Fontaine's fable serves as a moral lesson about our relationship with luck and destiny. This print evokes feelings of nostalgia for an obsolete past yet remains relevant today in its exploration of human desires. With its intricate woodcut details and Victorian-style charm, this artwork invites us to reflect on our own pursuit or acceptance of fortune in life's ever-turning wheel.
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