De krekel en de mier 1876 - 1890

"De Krekel en de Mier" (The Cricket and the Ant) is a colorful illustration created by Michelet between 1876 and 1890. The artwork depicts a scene from the classic fable, with a female cricket begging for food from a family of ants at their winter home. The scene is set in a snowy landscape with a holly bush in the background. This illustration likely served as a visual aid for a children's book or educational material, aiming to teach the moral of the story through engaging imagery. The artwork is rendered in a charming, almost whimsical style, using delicate lines and a bright color palette that was common in children's books of the late 19th century.