Pelea capreolus (Grey rhebok) Possibly 1777 - 1786

"Pelea capreolus (Grey rhebok)" is a detailed pen and ink drawing by Robert Jacob Gordon, a prominent 18th-century artist, depicting a grey rhebok, a type of antelope native to South Africa. The drawing, which is likely dated between 1777 and 1786, showcases Gordon's meticulous attention to detail and his keen interest in natural history. The depiction of the rhebok in its natural habitat, with a simplified landscape, suggests a scientific focus on the animal's form and features. The inclusion of Dutch text on the page adds to its historical context.