Afbeeldingen van dieren en vogels / Planche d'animaux et d'oiseaux 1833 - 1911

This hand-colored print, created by Brepols & Dierckx zoon between 1833 and 1911, depicts a variety of animals and birds. The print, titled "Afbeeldingen van dieren en vogels / Planche d'animaux et d'oiseaux", features nine distinct illustrations arranged in three rows. The artwork showcases a diverse collection of creatures, including a leopard, a griffin, a donkey, a porcupine, a deer, an owl, a bird, and a ram. The detailed illustrations, executed in a realistic style, provide a glimpse into the natural world and the artistic sensibilities of the era. The print, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, offers a fascinating window into the history of animal illustration and the development of natural history representation.