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Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Vrille; Tendril; Wickelranke (engraving)
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Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Vrille; Tendril; Wickelranke (engraving)
7197959 Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Vrille; Tendril; Wickelranke (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Vrille; Tendril; Wickelranke. Illustration for Le Vocabulaire Illustre des Mots Usuels, Francais, Anglais, Allemands, by Armand Le Brun et al (Furne, Jouvet, c 1873).); © Look and Learn
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This engraving, titled "Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Vrille; Tendril; Wickelranke" is a remarkable piece of art from the 19th century. Created by an unknown European School artist, this print showcases the intricate beauty of nature's tendrils and vines. The engraving is part of a larger collection called "Le Vocabulaire Illustre des Mots Usuels, Francais, Anglais, Allemands" by Armand Le Brun et al. Published around 1873 by Furne Jouvet, it aimed to provide readers with an illustrated dictionary featuring commonly used words in French, English, and German. The image itself depicts a delicate tendril or wickelranke gracefully winding its way around a support. The attention to detail in capturing the curling movement of the vrille is truly mesmerizing. It serves as a visual reminder of nature's ability to adapt and find strength through gentle twists and turns. This enchanting artwork offers not only aesthetic pleasure but also educational value. It represents knowledge shared across borders during that era when Europe was experiencing significant cultural exchange. Its inclusion in textbooks would have provided students with an opportunity to expand their understanding of different languages while appreciating the wonders of botanical forms. Today, this print continues to inspire curiosity about language and nature's intricate designs. Preserved within private collections worldwide, it stands as a testament to both artistic skill and intellectual exploration during the 19th century.
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