Shrew 1958

"Shrew" is a 1958 etching by American artist Aubrey Schwartz. The detailed image depicts a shrew, a small mammal, in profile. Schwartz’s artwork is known for its precise line work and often focuses on the natural world, which he explores with both scientific accuracy and artistic flair. The composition is simple yet striking, with the shrew as the central subject against a light background, highlighting its intricate details and fur texture. Schwartz's printmaking style is characterized by the use of cross-hatching to build up the detail of the shrew's fur, giving a sense of life and movement.