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Aha! My rabbit, I ve caught you eating your neighbours cabbages
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Aha! My rabbit, I ve caught you eating your neighbours cabbages
CHT177892 Aha! My rabbit, I ve caught you eating your neighbours cabbages... caricature from Les Metamorphoses du Jour series, reprinted in 1854 (coloured engraving) by Grandville (Jean Ignace Isidore Gerard) (1803-47); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris, France; (add.info.: The Metamorphosis of the Day ; ); eArchives Charmet; French, out of copyright
Media ID 22600698
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Allotment Allotments Anthropomorphic Anthropomorphism Behaviour Capture Dressed Greed Guard Guarding Guilt Humans Plot Social Commentary Stealing Theft Thief Sheepish
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In this whimsical and satirical print titled "Aha! My rabbit, I've caught you eating your neighbors cabbages" created by Grandville in 1854, we are transported into a world where animals take on human-like characteristics. The scene depicts an anthropomorphic soldier, dressed in a uniform and armed with a walking stick, catching a mischievous rabbit red-handed as it indulges in its neighbor's precious cabbages. The artist skillfully uses this comical scenario to comment on human behavior and society at large. Through the lens of these animal characters, Grandville highlights themes of greed, theft, guilt, and social commentary. The guilty expression on the rabbit's face is sheepish yet undeniable. The intricate details of the engraving bring life to each character present in the scene - from the vigilant dog standing beside his master to other animals observing from afar. This clever caricature serves as both entertainment and food for thought. Reprinted from Les Metamorphoses du Jour series by Bridgeman Images, this colored engraving showcases Grandville's talent for blending humor with astute observations about human nature. It reminds us that even within our own society, there are those who guard their possessions fiercely while others succumb to temptation. This artwork invites viewers to reflect upon their own actions and consider how they navigate through a world filled with temptations and moral dilemmas.
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