Deez, dieren, toonen zich als levend voor uw' oogen, / Elk soort naar zijnen aard, bestemming en vermogen; / Opdat ge, o lieve jeugd! leer' kennen, dat uw' staat / Als mensch, het nuttigst dier nog ver te bovengaat 1827 - 1894

This 19th century children's book illustration by M. Hemeleers-van Houter features depictions of various animals, including a rabbit, horse, cow, dog, and cat. Each animal is shown with a colored overlay demonstrating its anatomy, and each image is accompanied by a caption in Dutch. The artwork, titled *Deez, dieren, toonen zich als levend voor uw' oogen*, aims to teach children about the different types of animals and their uses. This didactic approach, combined with the bright colors and simple illustrations, makes it an appealing and educational piece for young audiences. The work, housed in the Rijksmuseum, provides a glimpse into Dutch educational practices of the 19th century.