Dieren uit West-Indië 1682 - 1733

"Dieren uit West-Indië" (Animals from the West Indies), an etching by Romeyn de Hooghe, depicts a vibrant scene of exotic wildlife from the Caribbean. The print is divided into two panels, each showing a variety of creatures in a lush landscape, with a decorative central element. This work, created between 1682 and 1733, exemplifies de Hooghe's skill as a printmaker and his interest in the natural world. The meticulous detail and lively poses of the animals capture the fascination with exotic flora and fauna prevalent in the 17th and 18th centuries.