Twee scharren op het strand 1664

"Twee scharren op het strand" (1664), by Albert Flamen, is an etching depicting two flatfish lying on a beach in the foreground, a common motif in 17th-century Dutch still life. The detailed rendering of the fish's scales and texture, along with the inclusion of two ships in the background, evokes a sense of realism and a connection to the natural world. Flamen’s work contributed to the popularity of scientific illustration during this period, showcasing the beauty and diversity of the natural world.