De twee hanen 1876 - 1890

"De twee hanen" (The Two Roosters) is a colorful illustration by Albert Quantin depicting a scene from a fable by Jean de la Fontaine. Created between 1876 and 1890, the artwork features a group of characters in a landscape setting. Two roosters, dressed in human attire, are engaged in a conversation with a woman holding a basket, while a third rooster looks on in the background. This illustration showcases Quantin's signature style of incorporating humor and visual storytelling in his interpretations of classic fables. The work is a prime example of 19th-century illustrative art in the Netherlands, with a detailed composition and bright colors, reminiscent of the work of his contemporaries.