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La Fontaines Fables - Ingratitude and injustice of men
Vintage engraving from La Fontaines Fables, Illustraed by Gustave Dore. The Ingratitude and injustice of men towards fortune. A ship is blown away from the rocks by the winds of fortune
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Accident Allegory Painting Coastal Feature Crash Fairy Tale Fantasy Fortune Telling Fountain Goddess Greek Goddess Gustave Gustave Dore Historical Ship Jean De La Fontaine Land Land Feature Literature Luck Mode Of Transport Natural Phenomenon Nostalgia Past Retro Revival Rocky Coastline Roman Goddess Sailing Ship Shipwreck Speculative Being Styles Wreck Image Created 19th Century Obsolete Painted Image Victorian Style Wheel Of Fortune
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Bring the timeless wisdom of La Fontaine's Fables to life in your home with our exquisite Canvas Prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating piece, titled "Ingratitude and Injustice of Men towards Fortune," is a vintage engraving from La Fontaine's Fables, beautifully illustrated by Gustave Doré. The image portrays a ship being torn away from the rocks by the relentless winds of fortune, symbolizing the ingratitude and injustice men often exhibit towards the unpredictable twists and turns of life. Add this stunning work of art to your collection and let the enduring stories of La Fontaine inspire and enrich your daily life.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
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Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This vintage engraving from La Fontaine's Fables, illustrated by Gustave Dore, captures the profound theme of ingratitude and injustice that men often display towards fortune. In this allegorical painting, we witness a dramatic scene unfolding along a rocky coastline. A majestic ship is perilously tossed about by the winds of fortune, threatening to crash upon treacherous rocks. The image beautifully portrays the delicate balance between luck and human actions. Dore's intricate woodcut technique brings to life the timeless tale penned by Jean de la Fontaine. As we gaze at this 19th-century masterpiece, we are transported back in time to an era where art and craft flourished in black and white elegance. The fusion of historical elements with mythical symbolism adds depth and intrigue to this illustration. The presence of Greek goddesses further enhances the narrative as they stand as speculative beings overseeing mankind's relationship with fortune. The wheel of fortune looms above them all, reminding us that our destinies can change in an instant. This print evokes nostalgia for a past era while also serving as a reminder that themes like gratitude and justice remain relevant today. It invites us to reflect on our own attitudes towards luck and how we navigate life's unpredictable waters. Duncan1890 has curated yet another remarkable piece from Fine Art Storehouse that captivates both history enthusiasts and art lovers alike.
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