Front and center, a large and robust gorilla is the focal point, standing on its hind legs. Its thick, detailed fur is illustrated with a crosshatch technique reminiscent of Edward Gorey, with deep, shadowy blacks and subtle hints of gray to add dimension. The gorilla wears a comically oversized, brightly colored party hat, striped in red and yellow, reminiscent of Quentin Blake’s vibrant palette.

In one massive hand, the gorilla clutches an absurdly oversized, ripe banana, its skin a vivid, almost luminescent yellow with soft brown spots, echoing Norman Rockwell’s attention to realism and detail. The banana’s peel is artistically curled back in a flourish, suggesting motion, like a Maurice Sendak character caught mid-action.

Surrounding the gorilla is a chaotic birthday party scene. In the background, a tapestry of lush, green jungle foliage, inspired by Arthur Rackham, creates a detailed and intricate backdrop. Dotted throughout the jungle, clusters of balloons in various sizes and colors — sky blue, emerald green, and cherry red — hover and sway, their strings winding and twisting like Beatrix Potter’s playful line work.

To the right, a long table, crafted from a wooden log and etched with bark details, stretches into the distance. It’s laden with a feast of vividly colored fruit — deep purple grapes, glossy red apples, and vibrant orange slices — illustrated with the rich colors and attention to detail found in Maxfield Parrish’s work.

In the foreground, at the gorilla's feet, a small, whimsically illustrated cake, reminiscent of a Beardsley design with its intricate piping and ornate decorations, sits slightly askew, a single candle flickering atop it. The candle's wax is a soft lavender, dripping delicately down its side.

Scattered on the ground are colorful party streamers, winding their way through the scene like Gustave Doré's flowing lines, and a small, cheeky monkey perched on a tree branch overhead, wearing a miniature party hat, peeking down mischievously at the gorilla.

This detailed and whimsical birthday scene, with its blend of realistic details and playful elements, invites the viewer into a world where the party is both grand and a touch surreal, a celebration illustrated with the layered storytelling style of N.C. Wyeth.

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