Muis (in een val?) 1821

"Muis (in een val?)" is a pencil drawing on paper by Jean Bernard, created in 1821 and currently housed in the Rijksmuseum. The artwork depicts a realistic portrayal of a rat trapped in a box, its curious gaze and long tail extending outside the confines. Bernard's meticulous attention to detail in capturing the rat's fur, whiskers, and the texture of the box creates a sense of intimacy and realism, highlighting the artist's keen observation of the natural world. The work exemplifies Bernard's ability to combine scientific accuracy with artistic sensibility.