The Fable of the Miller, His Son, and the Donkey

Artist: Elihu Vedder
Artwork: The Fable of the Miller, His Son, and the Donkey
Description: This painting depicts a scene from Aesop’s fable of the same name. In the story, a miller, his son, and their donkey are on a journey when they encounter a group of people who criticize them for how they are transporting the donkey. The miller and his son try to please everyone, but in doing so, they only end up making things worse. The painting is a reminder that it is impossible to please everyone and that one should not try to do so.
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