Studieblad med papegøjer og abe 1550 - 1650

This detailed drawing, "Studie blad med papegøjer og abe," showcases the meticulous observation of Flemish artist Frans Snijders. Dating from the early 17th century, it is a study for a larger composition, likely depicting a still life or hunting scene. The artist's keen eye for detail is evident in the precise rendering of the parrots' feathers and the monkey's anatomy, which are rendered in a range of graphite and red chalk strokes. This sheet, now held at the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst, provides insight into Snijders' artistic process and his skill in capturing the natural world.