The Fox and the Crane 1908

waltercrane

comic strip sketch

pen illustration

old engraving style

personal sketchbook

illustrative and welcoming imagery

illustrative and welcoming

pen work

sketchbook drawing

storyboard and sketchbook work

sketchbook art

"The Fox and the Crane" is an illustration by Walter Crane from 1908 depicting the classic fable of the fox and the crane. The image portrays the fox, a crafty creature, and the crane, a bird known for its long neck, in two scenes. The fox is depicted twice, first drinking from a shallow bowl, and again trying to eat from a narrow bottle that is only suitable for the crane's beak. The illustration showcases Crane's distinctive style, utilizing a simplified, yet elegant, design, creating a charming and educational image.