Big fish eat small fish, Pieter van der Heyden, Pieter Brueghel (I), Hieronymus Cock
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Big fish eat small fish, Pieter van der Heyden, Pieter Brueghel (I), Hieronymus Cock
Big fish eat small fish, Pieter van der Heyden, Pieter Brueghel (I), Hieronymus Cock, 1557
Liszt Collection of nineteenth-century engravings and images to browse and enjoy
Media ID 12747133
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1557 Belly Boat Caught Emerge Father Fish Fisherman Fishes Hieronymus Cock Knife Latin Line Little Monsters Mouth Open Pieter Van Der Heyden Proverbs Rowing Rowing Boat Rule Sayings Shells Shore Small Spectacle
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this print titled "Big fish eat small fish" created by Pieter van der Heyden, Pieter Brueghel (I), and Hieronymus Cock in 1557, we are transported to a world of fishes, monsters, and the bustling activity of commercial fishery. The image depicts a scene where a man is caught off guard as he stands on the shore with his knife in hand, while an enormous fish emerges from the water with its mouth wide open. The spectacle highlights the age-old proverb that big fish indeed devour smaller ones. The composition showcases intricate details such as shells scattered along the shore and a rowing boat nearby. A father and son can be seen in the distance, their presence adding depth to this dynamic tableau. Latin inscriptions accompany this Dutch masterpiece, further emphasizing its cultural significance. As we gaze upon this artwork from Quint Lox's collection at Liszt Collection, we are reminded of how nature operates under certain rules and hierarchies. It serves as a reminder that even in our own lives, there are times when we must navigate through challenges like little fishes swimming amongst giants. This print not only captures the essence of survival but also invites us to ponder deeper meanings behind proverbs and sayings passed down through generations. Through its vivid imagery and expert craftsmanship by renowned artists of their time - Pieter van der Heyden, Pieter Brueghel (I), Hieronymus Cock - it continues to captivate viewers centuries later.
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