Casuaris, meegebracht door Willem Jacobsz. uit Oost-Indië en geschonken aan prins Maurits, 1614 c. 1614 - 1615

This etching, titled "Casuaris, meegebracht door Willem Jacobsz. uit Oost-Indië en geschonken aan prins Maurits, 1614," was created by Crispijn van den Queborn around 1614-1615. It depicts a cassowary, a large flightless bird native to New Guinea and northeastern Australia, brought from the East Indies by Willem Jacobsz. and gifted to Prince Maurice. The artwork captures the exotic nature of the cassowary, showcasing its unique plumage, powerful legs, and sharp claws. The detailed etching, typical of van den Queborn's work, exemplifies the 17th-century Dutch fascination with natural history and exploration. This print is part of the Rijksmuseum collection, offering insights into the early encounters with exotic fauna and the artistic representation of scientific discoveries.