Net tussen twee bomen en vishaken 1730

"Net tussen twee bomen en vishaken" (Net Between Two Trees and Fish Hooks), a 1730 etching by Dutch artist Bernard Picart, offers a detailed look at fishing techniques. The print is composed of two sections. The top section depicts a net suspended between two trees, with labelled components for clarity. The lower section showcases a variety of fishing hooks, chains, and lures, each meticulously labeled. This instructional artwork, likely intended for fishermen, reflects the growing interest in scientific observation and detailed representation of the natural world during the 18th century. This engraving showcases the meticulous detail and illustrative power of 18th-century printmaking, valuable for its technical insights into the art of fishing.