Blad met verschillende diersoorten 1729

This 1729 engraving by Dutch artist Jan Caspar Philips (1700-1775) depicts four different animals. Two bats, a pig and a Kinkajou, are depicted in a detailed and realistic style. The artist's careful attention to detail and the accurate anatomical representation of the animals suggests a scientific approach to the artwork. This print is a fascinating example of natural history illustration, a popular genre in the 18th century. It is currently on display at the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam.