The Animals Fallen Sick With the Plague, illustration for the Fables of La Fontaine, 1755
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Jean-Baptiste Oudry's The Animals Fallen Sick With the Plague, illustration for the Fables of La Fontaine, 1755 into your home with a handmade oil painting reproduction. Carefully recreated on canvas by skilled artists using traditional techniques, this piece captures the delicate brushwork, subtle light, and vibrant color of the original masterpiece. With museum-level quality and rich texture, it brings elegance and artistic depth to any space. Enjoy free shipping and make this masterpiece a part of your personal collection.
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Original Description
Jean-Baptiste Oudry’s The Animals Fallen Sick With the Plague (1755), an illustration for La Fontaine’s Fables, is a masterful Rococo allegory steeped in somber drama. The painting depicts a gathering of animals—once proud rulers of their domains—now huddled in despair as plague ravages their community. Oudry’s exquisite detailing, from the lion’s matted mane to the fox’s sunken eyes, evokes a palpable tension between naturalistic observation and moral symbolism. Created during the twilight of Louis XV’s reign, the work reflects the era’s fascination with fables moralisées and the fragility of power. Unlike his typically lighthearted hunting scenes, this piece showcases Oudry’s versatility in merging Baroque pathos with Rococo elegance. Its historical significance lies in bridging 18th-century decorative arts and narrative painting, earning acclaim at the Paris Salon and influencing later animaliers like Barye.
For interior styling, this artwork demands a contemplative setting—a private study or executive office with subdued lighting to accentuate its chiaroscuro drama. Frame it in an ornate giltwood or ebonized finish to echo its Rococo origins, paired with deep emerald or burgundy walls for chromatic harmony. At 41 x 53 cm (typical for Oudry’s fable series), it suits intimate spaces: float-framed above a leather-bound bookcase or as part of a salon-style gallery wall alongside botanical engravings. Avoid stark modernity; instead, complement it with Louis XV-style furnishings or a malachite-green velvet sofa to reinforce its aristocratic melancholy. The artwork’s allegorical depth makes it ideal for spaces valuing intellect and historical narrative.
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Lead Time & Shipping
When you order this oil painting replica, it typically takes 2-3 weeks to paint. If the artwork is more complex, it might need a little more time to ensure the best quality. Once it's ready, we'll send you a photo for your approval. After you give the green light, we'll ship it to you for free.
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Return & Refund
We believe in the quality of our hand-painted oil painting reproductions, and your satisfaction is our priority. If for any reason, you are not completely satisfied with your purchase, we offer a 45-day return policy. You can return your artwork within 45 days of receipt and receive a full refund. Please note that the artwork must be returned in the original packaging and in the same condition as it was received.
