Langpootmug 1876 - 1951

"Langpootmug" (Long-legged Mosquito) is a pencil drawing by Dutch artist Theo Nieuwenhuis, created between 1876 and 1951. The simple yet detailed depiction of a mosquito, rendered with delicate lines against a light background, showcases Nieuwenhuis's keen eye for observation and his ability to capture the essence of his subject. The drawing, housed in the Rijksmuseum, demonstrates Nieuwenhuis's interest in naturalism and his talent for scientific illustration.