Zittende haan 1617 - 1681

"Zittende haan" is a small, detailed etching by Cornelis Saftleven, a Dutch Golden Age artist, created sometime between 1617 and 1681. The artwork depicts a rooster in a seated position, with its tail feathers spread out behind it. Saftleven was known for his meticulous depictions of animals and plants, and this small work shows his skill in capturing the detail of the rooster's plumage. The etching is a fine example of 17th-century Dutch animal art and is considered a beautiful example of Saftleven's craftsmanship.