Bloemen, een peer en een duif 1594

"Bloemen, een peer en een duif" (Flowers, a pear and a dove) is a 1594 print by Dutch artist Nicolaes de Bruyn. This intricate engraving depicts a variety of flora and fauna, including carnations, a poppy, lilies, a pear, a dove, a butterfly, a fly and a dragonfly. The composition is dense and detailed, and the artist's precise lines and shading create a sense of realism. This print is a testament to the Dutch passion for naturalism and scientific observation during the 16th century.