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La Fontaines Fables - Eye of the Master
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La Fontaines Fables - Eye of the Master
Vintage engraving from La Fontaines Fables, Illustraed by Gustave Dore. The Eye of the Master
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Agricultural Occupation Allegory Painting Animal Sport Animal Welfare Animals Hunting Blood Sport Cruel Deer Deer Family Fine Art Painting Fountain Gustave Gustave Dore Hoofed Mammal Hunter Hunting Jean De La Fontaine Killing Literature Living Organism Male Animal Nostalgia Past Retro Revival Stag Styles The Natural World Vertebrate 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 an allegory painting in 19th-century style. Titled "Eye of the Master" this print showcases an agricultural occupation intertwined with animal themes. The image depicts a cruel blood sport, where hunters pursue a majestic deer and its family through the natural world. Gustave Dore's fine art painting skillfully portrays the tension between man and nature, highlighting both the beauty and brutality of hunting. The intricate woodcut technique adds depth to every detail, evoking nostalgia for a bygone era when such scenes were more commonplace. The stag stands as a symbol of strength and resilience while being pursued relentlessly by malevolent hunters. This artwork serves as a reminder of our complex relationship with animals and raises questions about animal welfare in past times. As we gaze upon this antique print, we are transported back to Victorian times when literature like Jean de la Fontaine's fables captivated audiences with their moral lessons. It is a testament to the enduring power of art that even centuries later, these images continue to evoke emotions within us. Duncan1890 has captured not just an old-fashioned depiction but also history itself in this retro revival print. It invites us to reflect on our place in the ever-changing world while appreciating the artistic mastery behind it all.
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