Steekmug, Slabbers trompetoog en een worm 1778

This 1778 illustration by Dutch artist Robbert Muys depicts various microscopic creatures. The artwork, titled “Steekmug, Slabbers trompetoog en een worm,” features detailed, hand-colored depictions of a mosquito larva (Steekmug), a type of crustacean (Slabbers trompetoog), and a worm. Displayed in the Rijksmuseum, the artwork exemplifies Muys's meticulous attention to detail and interest in the natural world. This illustration is significant for its contribution to the field of scientific illustration, providing a visually accurate representation of microscopic life.