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Cover of "The Grelot", number 348, Satirique en Couleurs
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Cover of "The Grelot", number 348, Satirique en Couleurs
ICA4924155 Cover of " The Grelot", number 348, Satirique en Couleurs, 1877_12_9: The Fox and the Raven - Anticlericalism, Cheese, Fables La Fontaine and others - Cupidite/Avarice, Budget du cult - Gambetta Leon, Ravens, Fox - Illustration by Edouard Guillaumin (Pepin) (1842-1910) by Pepin, Edouard Guillaumin (1842-1927); (add.info.: Cover of " The Grelot", number 348, Satirique en Couleurs, 1877_12_9: The Fox and the Raven - Anticlericalism, Cheese, Fables La Fontaine and others - Cupidite/Avarice, Budget du cult - Gambetta Leon, Ravens, Fox - Illustration by Edouard Guillaumin (Pepin) (1842-1910)); Photo eCaricadoc; French, out of copyright
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This print showcases the cover of "The Grelot" number 348, Satirique en Couleurs, dating back to December 9th, 1877. The artwork featured on the cover is an illustration by Edouard Guillaumin (Pepin), a renowned French artist from the late 19th century. The image depicts a clever allegory titled "The Fox and the Raven". It explores themes of anticlericalism, greed (cupidite/avarice), and political satire through references to Fables La Fontaine and other literary works. The engraving portrays a fox cunningly interacting with a raven while cheese dangles above them. Guillaumin's intricate detailing brings this satirical cartoon to life as it comments on various aspects of French society during that time period. Notable figures like Gambetta Leon are represented in relation to budget du cult (church budget). This piece serves as both social commentary and entertainment for readers of "The Grelot". With its rich symbolism, this artwork reflects the prevalent caricature style popularized in France during the 19th century. It combines elements of mythology, animalization, and political satire to convey complex ideas about government, press freedom, economy, and societal values. As we admire this historical artifact captured by eCaricadoc's lens, we are transported back in time to experience the wit and creativity that defined French literature and journalism during this era.
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