Poon, prik en slakkehuis 1581 - 1656

"Poon, prik en slakkehuis" is a 17th-century Dutch artwork by Nicolaes de Bruyn depicting a variety of marine life, including a scorpion fish (cuculus), a lamprey (lamprey), and a shell (cochlea). The detailed and realistic depiction is typical of the Dutch Golden Age, highlighting the naturalist tradition of the time. The artwork, currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, exemplifies de Bruyn's mastery of illustrating natural subjects with meticulous accuracy. The work showcases the richness of the Dutch maritime environment and the artist's keen observation skills.