De jager berecht door de dieren, ca. 1600 1640 - 1680

"De jager berecht door de dieren" (The Hunter Judged by the Animals), a 17th-century Dutch broadside, depicts a fantastical scene where animals are holding court over a hunter. The anonymous artist uses detailed etchings and text captions to convey the humorous moral of the story. This artwork is a prime example of the genre known as "animal fables", popular throughout Europe during the Renaissance and Baroque periods. It serves as a satirical reminder of the consequences of human cruelty towards animals and the power of nature's retribution. The Rijksmuseum houses this fascinating piece, measuring 328 mm by 413 mm.