Le loup et le renard (The Wolf and the Fox)
1759
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1759
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This print shows a wolf and a fox near a farmhouse. The wolf is attacking a group of chickens and a rooster while the fox watches. In the background, there’s a small house with a thatched roof, a fence, and a snowy mountain. The title at the bottom says *Le loup et le renard*, meaning "The Wolf and the Fox." This was a common way to illustrate stories or fables in the 1700s. Next, look into the technique: etching to see how artists like this made detailed prints.
