Negen vertoningen, genummerd 10-18, 1749 1749

"Negen vertoningen, genummerd 10-18" is a series of nine engravings by Dutch artist Bernard Verschoot depicting fantastical creatures, including a camel, a lion, an elephant, and a rhinoceros. The engravings were made in 1749 and are currently part of the Rijksmuseum's collection. The intricate details and elegant lines of the engravings showcase Verschoot's technical skill and his fascination with the exotic. They offer a glimpse into the public's fascination with the unknown and the grandeur of the natural world during the 18th century.