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Antique print - Wonderful Reynard the Fox - "The Road to Execution" 1852 Engraving
From an absolutely beautiful, rare edition of the classic tale of Reynard the Fox - a trickster figure whose story is told in a number of anthropomorphic tales from medieval Europe. Reynard is accused by the other animals of all manner of heinous crimes and is summoned by the King (Lion) to court to defend himself. This is an exquisite, high quality rare steel engraving after designs by H Leutemann.

An exquisite, rare steel engraving showing Reynard being led to his death by his accusers, among them, the bear, wolf and cat. Isegrim the wolf taunts the poor fox by holding the noose in front of him as he walks. Wonderful detail, including a pair of slugs, a caterpillar and a beetle watching the procession, and two owls and a Bat looking very pious as they pass by...

The King now spoke the dreadful word,
Which sentenced Reynard to the cord,
And he was quickly seized and bound,
By the grim foes that stood around....

Meantime, the whole of Reynard's foes,
Around the hapless culprit close,
And lead him to a neighbouring mead,
Where a tall gibbet rear'd its head...

Of course, with Reynard's wily skills, he persuades the King to pardon him as he has an answer to all accusers. (H Leutemann pinx, T Heamond sc)

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Antique Print Reynard the Fox Art

Guaranteed Over 158 years old
Deep Sky Blue
10 X 12 inches
date 1852
NOT a modern reproduction

Rare Art Print

All mounts are hand cut to fit individual print measurements.

Very Good - Slight Marking
There is some slight marking caused by fingering of the print, some very faint foxing and a very, very faint bend across the middle, which is barely visible because of the colouring of the print This is hardly noticeable and does not detract from the beauty of the print.

A Note on condition:
Minor imperfections are to be expected from antique prints due to their age and in many cases this does not affect the appearance of the print. Any blemishes that are noteworthy are described and shown in the picture where possible.
Colours will vary slightly depending on your monitor
Also Please Note: The watermark in the bottom right hand corner of the image does not appear on the print itself.


We specialise in decorative antique and vintage prints. Many of our prints are one-offs which you may never see again. All are of limited availability and second copies are often quite hard to find. Mounts are hand cut to suit each print and the result is unique; ready to decorate your home, or ideal to give as a gift.

Antique print - Wonderful Reynard the Fox - "The Road to Execution" 1852

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