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What an outcry animals would make if they could only read! (engraving)
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What an outcry animals would make if they could only read! (engraving)
8672773 What an outcry animals would make if they could only read! (engraving) by German School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: What an outcry animals would make if they could only read! Outraged animals reading a menu of meat dishes available. Illustration from Fun in the Animal World (H Grevel & Co, London, 1897).); © Look and Learn
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This 19th-century engraving captures a whimsical scene of animals reacting to the shocking discovery of what humans eat. The image shows a group of outraged animals reading a menu filled with meat dishes, including deer, pigs, pheasants, lobsters, rabbits, chickens, and sheep. The expressions on their faces range from disbelief to horror as they realize the fate that awaits them.
The caption "What an outcry animals would make if they could only read!" perfectly encapsulates the irony and humor in this illustration. It highlights the disconnect between human consumption habits and animal awareness in a lighthearted way.
The artist's attention to detail is evident in the variety of animals depicted and their individual reactions. From the doe looking shocked to the snail seemingly unfazed by it all, each character adds depth to the overall narrative.
This print serves as a reminder of our relationship with animals and prompts us to consider how our choices impact other living beings. It also invites viewers to reflect on societal norms around food consumption and raises questions about ethics and empathy towards non-human creatures.
Overall, this engraving is not only visually captivating but also thought-provoking in its exploration of human-animal interactions through a humorous lens.
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