Wilde kat met spoor 1751

"Wilde kat met spoor" (Wild Cat with Track) is an etching by Johann Elias Ridinger, a renowned German artist, created in 1751. This detailed print depicts a wild cat in a natural setting, showcasing Ridinger's expertise in capturing animal anatomy and behavior. The image features a dense forest, a small waterfall, and a fallen log, emphasizing the cat's natural habitat. Notably, the bottom of the print displays close-up images of the cat's paw prints, enhancing the educational aspect of the work. The work exemplifies Ridinger's contributions to the genre of natural history illustration. This etching is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, a testament to its artistic and scientific significance.