The Animals Fallen Sick With the Plague, illustration for the Fables of La Fontaine, 1755

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"The Animals Fallen Sick With the Plague" is a significant illustration created by the French artist Jean-Baptiste Oudry in 1755. This artwork was designed as part of a comprehensive project to illustrate the fables of Jean de La Fontaine, a renowned 17th-century French fabulist. Oudry, who was an accomplished painter, draughtsman, and engraver, brought to life La Fontaine's fables through his detailed and expressive illustrations, which were highly regarded for their artistic quality and fidelity to the text.

This particular illustration accompanies the fable "The Animals Sick of the Plague" ("Les Animaux malades de la peste"), one of La Fontaine's most somber and morally complex tales. The fable, derived from earlier sources including Aesop, explores themes of justice, guilt, and scapegoating through the story of a devastating plague that affects all the animals in the kingdom. As the animals gather to discuss the cause of their suffering, they come to the conclusion that a sacrifice must be made to appease the heavens, leading to a series of confessions and a dark conclusion.

Oudry's illustration captures the gravity and emotion of La Fontaine's narrative, showcasing his skill in animal representation and his ability to convey complex moral and philosophical ideas through visual art. The work is characterized by its detailed depiction of the various animals in states of distress and contemplation, set against a backdrop that enhances the solemn atmosphere of the scene.

Jean-Baptiste Oudry's illustrations for La Fontaine's fables, including "The Animals Fallen Sick With the Plague," were part of a larger cultural project that aimed to elevate the status of French literature and art. His works were published in a luxurious edition of La Fontaine's fables, which contributed to the dissemination and appreciation of these stories. Today, Oudry's illustrations are celebrated for their artistic merit and their role in the history of French literature and illustration, offering a window into the cultural and aesthetic values of the 18th century.

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