Vijfde scheppingsdag: schepping van de dieren 1639 - 1643

This anonymous etching from 1639-1643 depicts the fifth day of creation, as described in the Book of Genesis. It shows a variety of animals, including fish, birds, and land mammals, created by God. The scene is divided into two parts: a lower section depicting aquatic animals in the water and an upper section showing birds in the sky. The artist used a detailed and realistic style to depict the creatures, with particular attention to the anatomical details of the animals. The engraving is part of a larger series of prints illustrating the creation story. This piece is a fine example of 17th-century Dutch illustration and a powerful testament to the power and mystery of creation.