La Fontaine Artwork Collection (#7)

The milk and the milk pot. Fable by Jean de La Fontaine (Lafontaine) (1621-95)
XEE4142697 The milk and the milk pot. Fable by Jean de La Fontaine (Lafontaine) (1621-95). Chromolithography of the 19th century. Private collection

L ane et le chien, fable de La Fontaine - Bon Marche advertising label
LSE4105284 L Ane et le chien, fable de La Fontaine - Bon Marcheadvertising label by French School, (20th century); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris, France; (add.info.: L Ane et le chien)

Double page of the first edition of the fables by Jean de la Fontaine (1621-1695)
JLJ4578802 Double page of the first edition of the fables by Jean de la Fontaine (1621-1695), french poet. Illustration for the fable " The frog that wants to make as big as the beef" 17th

The cicada and the ant - Fables de La Fontaine in images of Epinal, 19th century
LSE4079009 The cicada and the ant - Fables de La Fontaine in images of Epinal, 19th century by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The stingy who lost its treasure - Fables de La Fontaine en images d Epinal
LSE4078999 The stingy who lost its treasure - Fables de La Fontaine en images d Epinal, 19th century by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The old man and his children - Fables de La Fontaine in images of Epinal, 19th century
LSE4078997 The old man and his children - Fables de La Fontaine in images of Epinal, 19th century by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The miller, his son and the donkey - Fables de La Fontaine en images d Epinal
LSE4078995 The miller, his son and the donkey - Fables de La Fontaine en images d Epinal, 19th century by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The miller)

The child and the schoolmaster - Les Fables de La Fontaine en images d Epinal
LSE4078979 The child and the schoolmaster - Les Fables de La Fontaine en images d Epinal, 19th century by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Biquets listen to who knocks on the door. Illustration of the tale "Compere le Loup
XEE4404675 Biquets listen to who knocks on the door. Illustration of the tale " Compere le Loup, Maitre Renard, Comere la Chevre et ses petits biquets" after a fable by Jean de la Fontaine

The fox and the stork Illustration for the fable by Jean de la Fontaine
JLJ4683438 The fox and the stork Illustration for the fable by Jean de la Fontaine. painting by Jean Baptiste Oudry (1686-1755) 1751

Donkey bearing relics. Illustration for the fable by Jean de La Fontaine
JLJ4662201 Donkey bearing relics. Illustration for the fable by Jean de La Fontaine. Painting by Etienne Jeaurat (1699-1789), 1736

Illustration plate for the fables by Jean de La Fontaine (1621-1695)
JLJ4662125 Illustration plate for the fables by Jean de La Fontaine (1621-1695): the child and the teacher, the fox and the stork, the bat and the two weasels, advice held by the rats

The wolf and the lamb. Illustration of a fable by Jean de La Fontaine (1621-1695)
JLJ4668615 The wolf and the lamb. Illustration of a fable by Jean de La Fontaine (1621-1695). Painting by Jean Baptiste Oudry (1686-1755), 1751

Le Glouches - in "Tales et nouvelles en vers"by Jean La Fontaine
GIA4783315 Le Glouches - in " Tales et nouvelles en vers" by Jean La Fontaine. 1776. Illustration by P.P. Choffard

Le Devil en Hell - in "Tales et nouvelles en verse"by Jean La Fontaine. 1776
GIA4783063 Le Devil en Hell - in " Tales et nouvelles en verse" by Jean La Fontaine. 1776. Illustration by P.P. Choffard

le psaltier - in "Tales et nouvelles en vers"by Jean La Fontaine
GIA4783004 le psaltier - in " Tales et nouvelles en vers" by Jean La Fontaine. 1776. Illustration by P.P. Choffard

the table- in "Tales et nouvelles en vers"by Jean La Fontaine
GIA4782597 the table- in " Tales et nouvelles en vers" by Jean La Fontaine. 1762. by Unknown artist, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Mullet bragging about his genealogy. Fables by Jean de La Fontaine (1621-95)
GIA4782428 The Mullet bragging about his genealogy. Fables by Jean de La Fontaine (1621-95). Illustration by FranAzois Chauveau (1613-1676). Edition of 1728

The Charlatan. Fables by Jean de La Fontaine (1621-95). Illustration by Francois Chauveau
GIA4782329 The Charlatan. Fables by Jean de La Fontaine (1621-95). Illustration by FranAzois Chauveau (1613-1676). Edition of 1728

Evil marries. Fables by Jean de La Fontaine (1621-95). Illustration by Francois Chauveau
GIA4782321 Evil marries. Fables by Jean de La Fontaine (1621-95). Illustration by FranAzois Chauveau (1613-1676). Edition of 1728

The English Fox. Fables by Jean de La Fontaine (1621-95)
GIA4781999 The English Fox. Fables by Jean de La Fontaine (1621-95). Illustration by FranAzois Chauveau (1613-1676). Edition of 1728

The Raven, the Gazelle, the Turtle and the Rat. Fables by Jean de La Fontaine (1621-95)
GIA4781866 The Raven, the Gazelle, the Turtle and the Rat. Fables by Jean de La Fontaine (1621-95). Illustration by FranAzois Chauveau (1613-1676). Edition of 1728

The doctors. Fables by Jean de La Fontaine (1621-95). Illustration by Francois Chauveau
GIA4781173 The doctors. Fables by Jean de La Fontaine (1621-95). Illustration by FranAzois Chauveau (1613-1676). Edition of 1728

The Old Lady and the Two Servants. Fables by Jean de La Fontaine (1621-95)
GIA4781106 The Old Lady and the Two Servants. Fables by Jean de La Fontaine (1621-95). Illustration by FranAzois Chauveau (1613-1676). Edition of 1728

The Wolf, the Goat and the Goat. Fables by Jean de La Fontaine (1621-95)
GIA4781043 The Wolf, the Goat and the Goat. Fables by Jean de La Fontaine (1621-95). Illustration by FranAzois Chauveau (1613-1676). Edition of 1728

Socratess word. Fables by Jean de La Fontaine (1621-95)
GIA4781014 Socratess word. Fables by Jean de La Fontaine (1621-95). Illustration by FranAzois Chauveau (1613-1676). Edition of 1728

The Peacock complaining to Junon. Fables by Jean de La Fontaine (1621-95)
GIA4780751 The Peacock complaining to Junon. Fables by Jean de La Fontaine (1621-95). Illustration by FranAzois Chauveau (1613-1676). Edition of 1728

The Oak and the Reed. Fables by Jean de La Fontaine (1621-95)
GIA4780549 The Oak and the Reed. Fables by Jean de La Fontaine (1621-95). Illustration by FranAzois Chauveau (1613-1676). Edition of 1728

Promise is one, and hold is another. In "Tales et nouvelles en vers"
GIA4783430 Promise is one, and hold is another. In " Tales et nouvelles en vers" by Jean de La Fontaine, Amsterdam 1776. illustrated by P.P.Choffard

Pate d eel. in "Tales et nouvelles en vers"by Jean La Fontaine
GIA4783403 Pate d eel. in " Tales et nouvelles en vers" by Jean La Fontaine. 1776. Illustration by P.P. Choffard

A Stingy Woman, Gallant Croc - in "Tales et nouvelles en vers"
GIA4783386 A Stingy Woman, Gallant Croc - in " Tales et nouvelles en vers" by Jean La Fontaine. 1776. Illustration by P.P. Choffard

Belphegor - in "Tales et nouvelles en vers"by Jean La Fontaine
GIA4783371 Belphegor - in " Tales et nouvelles en vers" by Jean La Fontaine. 1776. Illustration by P.P. Choffard

L abbess malade - in "Tales et nouvelles en verse"by Jean La Fontaine
GIA4783275 L abbess malade - in " Tales et nouvelles en verse" by Jean La Fontaine. 1776. Illustration by P.P. Choffard

La Thing impossible - in "Tales et nouvelles en vers"
GIA4783249 La Thing impossible - in " Tales et nouvelles en vers" by Jean La Fontaine. 1776. Illustration by P.P. Choffard

The Couturiere - in "Tales et nouvelles en vers"
GIA4783218 The Couturiere - in " Tales et nouvelles en vers" by Jean La Fontaine. 1776. Illustration by P.P. Choffard

La Cruche - in "Tales et nouvelles en vers"by Jean La Fontaine
GIA4783209 La Cruche - in " Tales et nouvelles en vers" by Jean La Fontaine. 1776. Illustration by P.P. Choffard

La Gageure des trois commeres - in "Tales et nouvelles en vers"
GIA4783151 La Gageure des trois commeres - in " Tales et nouvelles en vers" by Jean La Fontaine. 1776. Illustration by P.P. Choffard

Le cas de conscience - in "Tales et nouvelles en vers"
GIA4783090 Le cas de conscience - in " Tales et nouvelles en vers" by Jean La Fontaine. 1776. Illustration by P.P. Choffard

Le Cucku, beaten, et content - in "Tales et nouvelles en vers"
GIA4783086 Le Cucku, beaten, et content - in " Tales et nouvelles en vers" by Jean La Fontaine. 1776. Illustration by P.P. Choffard

For sale as Licensed Images

Choose your image, Select your licence and Download the media

"Exploring the World of La Fontaine's Artwork: A Glimpse into Fables and Tales" Discover the enchanting world of Jean de La Fontaine's artwork, where animals come to life and teach us valuable lessons through their stories. One such illustration is "The Rat that Withdrew from the World, " a captivating depiction of a rat seeking solace away from society. This fable reminds us of the importance of finding balance in our lives. In another masterpiece, "The Town Rat and the Field Rat, " La Fontaine portrays two contrasting lifestyles with intricate detail. Through this fable, we learn about contentment and appreciating what we have rather than constantly desiring more. Delving deeper into his collection, we encounter "Le Diable de Papefiguiere" from "Tales et Nouvelles en Vers. " This intriguing piece invites us to reflect on human nature and its inclination towards mischief. "The Remede, " also found in "Tales et Nouvelles en Vers, " showcases La Fontaine's ability to intertwine humor with moral teachings. This whimsical painting encourages us to find laughter as a remedy for life's challenges. Moving forward, an engraving titled "Nothing Too Much" captures our attention with its profound simplicity. It serves as a reminder that moderation is key in all aspects of life. We then stumble upon an exquisite engraving depicting "La Cicada et la Ant. " Here, La Fontaine illustrates the timeless lesson about hard work versus idleness through these tiny creatures' interactions. A remarkable piece by Percy J. Billinghurst takes us on an adventure alongside a fox, wolf, and horse in his illustrated version of "The Fox, The Wolf, and The Horse. " We are reminded that cunningness alone cannot guarantee success; sometimes unity can overcome adversity. Honore Daumier's oil-on-canvas painting titled "Thieves and Donkey" showcases La Fontaine's fable with a touch of realism.