Zie kinders in deez' prent, een aantal vreemde dieren, / Hun afkomst, hun bestaen, hun wreedheid en manieren / Je vous presente, enfans! ces bêtes ètrangères / Leur race et cruauté, leur vie et leurs manieres 1856 - 1900

glenissonzonen

comic strip sketch

old engraving style

etching

cartoon sketch

personal sketchbook

sketchwork

ink drawing experimentation

sketchbook drawing

storyboard and sketchbook work

sketchbook art

This 19th-century educational print by Glenisson & Zonen depicts various animals with accompanying text in Dutch and French, offering a glimpse into European perceptions of the natural world. The print features a diverse range of animals, including a lion, tiger, rhinoceros, and elephant, each portrayed in a simplified, illustrative style. This colorful and engaging print aimed to educate children about animals from around the globe, fostering a sense of wonder and curiosity about the natural world. keywords: educational print, 19th century, animals, Dutch, French, Glenisson & Zonen.