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April Fools Day illustration, from Un Autre Monde
CHT174085 April Fools Day illustration, from Un Autre Monde, 1844 (colour engraving) by Grandville (Jean Ignace Isidore Gerard) (1803-47); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris, France; eArchives Charmet; French, out of copyright
Media ID 22916508
© Archives Charmet / Bridgeman Images
Anthropomorphism Bait Bottle Desperate Greed Humanity Humans Lure Lust Luxury Pride Reaching Out Vanity Vice Ephemera
10"x8" Photo Print
Bring a touch of whimsy and mischief to your home with Media Storehouse's range of April Fools Day Photographic Prints. Featuring this delightful illustration from Un Autre Monde by Bridgeman Images, this color engraving by Jean Ignace Isidore Gerard (Grandville) captures the playful spirit of the beloved holiday. Add a dash of fun to your decor with this unique and intricately detailed piece from the Fine Art Finder collection.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 18.6cm x 25.4cm (7.3" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This print titled "April Fools Day illustration, from Un Autre Monde" by Grandville takes us on a whimsical journey into a world of satire and anthropomorphism. Created in 1844, this colour engraving showcases the artist's keen eye for detail and his ability to cleverly depict human vices. In this scene, we are transported to a realm where humans have transformed into fish-like creatures, lured by their own desires and trapped in an eternal cycle of greed. The image is filled with symbolism as the fish-folk reach out desperately towards objects of desire: bottles representing vice, money symbolizing wealth, and various other trappings of luxury. Grandville's satirical commentary on humanity's insatiable lust for material possessions is evident throughout the composition. Through his intricate engravings, he exposes our weaknesses and highlights the folly of our pursuits. The concept behind this April Fools' Day illustration lies in its reversal of fortune; what was once considered desirable becomes a trap that ensnares those who seek it. With its vibrant colors and meticulous attention to detail, this artwork serves as both entertainment and social critique. As we gaze upon this mesmerizing piece from Bridgeman Images' collection at Fine Art Finder, we are reminded to reflect upon our own desires and question whether they truly bring us happiness or merely lead us further down the path of vanity.
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