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UnknownLe plus âne des deux n’est pas celui qu’on pense - Woodcut - Early 17th CenturyEarly 17th Century
Early 17th Century
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Emblematic woodcut depicting the head of a donkey, rendered with expressive line work and printed in reddish-brown ink. The image is accompanied by the French moralizing inscription « Le plus âne des deux n’est pas celui qu’on pense »(“The greater fool of the two is not the one you think”), underscoring the satirical and didactic intent of the composition.
The work belongs to the long tradition of emblem literature and popular moral imagery, in which animals—particularly the donkey—serve as metaphors for folly, ignorance, or misplaced judgment. The directness of the text, combined with the stark graphic presentation, suggests a print intended for wide circulation and moral reflection rather than elite courtly consumption.
Mounted on a green textile support, likely from an early presentation or devotional context. Visible wear, fraying of the fabric edges, and surface toning consistent with age and use. A compelling example of popular moral satire and emblematic imagery from the French Enlightenment period.
- Creation Year:Early 17th Century
- Dimensions:Height: 5.71 in (14.5 cm)Width: 3.55 in (9 cm)Depth: 0.04 in (1 mm)
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- Condition:Insurance may be requested by customers as additional service, contact us for more information.
- Gallery Location:Roma, IT
- Reference Number:Seller: T-1586511stDibs: LU650317438202
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