De kikvorschen, die een koning verlangen 1876 - 1890

"De kikvorschen, die een koning verlangen," is an illustration by Gaston Gélibert created between 1876 and 1890. The image depicts a scene from Jean de La Fontaine's fable "The Frogs Who Desired a King" in which a group of frogs are shown in a swampy environment longing for a king. The central piece features a crown and a sword, symbolizing the king that the frogs desire. The image features an artistic blend of realistic depictions of frogs, reeds, and the landscape combined with whimsical elements such as the oversized crown and sword. This illustration exemplifies Gélibert's skillful and playful style, capturing the essence of the fable.