Negen honden 1594 - 1621

Nicolaes de Bruyn's "Negen honden" (Nine Dogs) is a detailed etching created between 1594 and 1621. This artwork depicts nine dogs of various breeds in a woodland setting. The artist's signature, "Nd Bruyn", is visible in the lower left corner. This print, now in the Rijksmuseum, is a testament to de Bruyn's meticulous observation of animal anatomy and his mastery of etching technique. De Bruyn's animal studies were popular in the 17th century, and this print is a fine example of his skill.