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La Fontaines Fables - Miser and the Ape
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La Fontaines Fables - Miser and the Ape
Vintage engraving from La Fontaines Fables, Illustraed by Gustave Dore. The Miser and the Ape
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Allegory Painting Coin Currency Fairy Tale Falling Fantasy Fountain Gustave Gustave Dore Jean De La Fontaine Literature Monkey Nostalgia Past Primate Retro Revival Styles The Natural World Vertebrate Wealth Cheap Image Created 19th Century Obsolete Victorian Style
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This vintage engraving from La Fontaine's Fables, illustrated by Gustave Dore, captures the essence of "The Miser and the Ape" with its intricate 19th-century style. The print showcases an allegory painting that transports us back to a time when art was crafted with meticulous attention to detail. In this mesmerizing image, we witness an encounter between two unlikely characters - a wealthy miser and a mischievous ape. The scene unfolds near a majestic fountain, symbolizing wealth and abundance. As coins fall from the miser's clenched fist, the cunning ape reaches out to grab them, revealing its clever nature. Through this enchanting woodcut illustration, Jean de la Fontaine's timeless fairy tale comes alive once again. It speaks volumes about human greed and materialism while exploring themes of fantasy and financial folly. This artwork invites us into a world where animals possess wisdom beyond their natural instincts. As we gaze upon this nostalgic piece of history, we are reminded of the beauty found in antique art forms. Its retro revival aesthetic evokes feelings of nostalgia for simpler times gone by. Duncan1890 has masterfully captured every nuance in this engraved image created during the 19th century. With its rich Victorian style and exquisite craftsmanship, this print is not only an ode to literature but also a testament to our fascination with the natural world. It serves as a reminder that even in our modern era obsessed with wealth accumulation; there is still much wisdom to be
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