Natuurhistorische ensemble (nr. 1) 1596 - 1610

This illustration, "Natuurhistorische ensemble (nr. 1)" by Elias Verhulst, is part of a larger series of 17th century Dutch botanical and entomological studies. This particular image features various insects, flowers, and fruits, including a stag beetle, a grasshopper, a butterfly, cherries, a pomegranate, and a pansy. The illustration's intricate details and realistic depiction of nature are characteristic of Verhulst's work. The piece, with its focus on detailed representation of the natural world, exemplifies the flourishing of natural history studies during this period.