Museum van huisdieren 1848 - 1881

"Museum van Huisdieren" (Museum of Pets), created between 1848 and 1881 by Lutkie & Cranenburg, is a hand-colored lithograph showcasing various domestic animals. The artwork features a detailed, almost scientific, illustration of each animal, with detailed descriptions in Dutch underneath. The image likely served as an educational tool for children or those interested in learning about different breeds of animals. It is a valuable example of natural history illustration from the 19th century and can be found in the Rijksmuseum collection.