Fries met tien vogels en een insect 1581 - 1656

This engraving, “Fries met tien vogels en een insect,” by Nicolaes de Bruyn, showcases a detailed depiction of birds and foliage. The narrow format emphasizes the length of the composition, featuring ten birds in various poses and an insect. The birds are depicted with intricate detail, showcasing de Bruyn's mastery of the etching technique. The artwork, created sometime between 1581 and 1656, exemplifies the naturalist style prevalent in Dutch art of the 16th and 17th centuries. The intricate detail and lifelike portrayal of the birds make this engraving a captivating example of Dutch artistry during this period.