Vos 1828

This 1828 etching by Belgian artist Eugène Verboeckhoven depicts a fox in profile, its head tilted down as if sniffing the ground. The fox's detailed fur and elongated tail are rendered with a skilled hand, highlighting Verboeckhoven's talent for animal portraiture. This piece, now part of the Rijksmuseum collection, exemplifies the artist's ability to capture the essence of his subjects with great precision and detail. The etching showcases Verboeckhoven's contribution to the art of animal depiction, a genre he excelled in throughout his career.