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The husbandman and the stork (engraving)
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The husbandman and the stork (engraving)
3624909 The husbandman and the stork (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The husbandman and the stork. Illustration for Aesops Fables (Bliss Sands, 1897). Digitally cleaned image.); © Look and Learn
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Aesop Aesops Fables Proverbs Stork Fable Husbandman
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This engraving titled "The husbandman and the stork" takes us back to the 19th century, where English School artists brought Aesop's Fables to life. The print, now part of a private collection, showcases the timeless tale of wisdom and justice. In this beautifully crafted image, we witness an intricate scene filled with symbolism. The story revolves around a wise husbandman who finds himself in conflict with a mischievous stork. As Aesop's fable goes, the husbandman had planted seeds in his field only to have them devoured by greedy birds. Seeking revenge, he captures one of these culprits - the stork - and punishes it severely. The engraving masterfully depicts this moral lesson through meticulous details and expressive characters. We can almost feel the tension between man and bird as they confront each other amidst lush vegetation. The artist's attention to texture brings every feather on the stork's body to life while emphasizing its vulnerability against human dominance. "The husbandman and the stork" serves as a reminder that actions have consequences; even those seeking retribution should consider fairness before acting impulsively. This visual representation of Aesop's fable invites viewers to reflect upon their own choices in life, urging them towards compassion rather than vengeance. Thanks to digital restoration techniques employed on this print from Fine Art Finder by Bridgeman Images, we can appreciate its original beauty once again. It stands as a testament not only to artistic skill
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