Ekster en de mus 1778 - 1785

"Ekster en de mus" (The Magpie and the Mouse) is an etching created by Noach van der (II) Meer between 1778 and 1785. The artwork depicts a serene landscape with a prominent tree in the foreground, its branches reaching towards the sky. A magpie and a mouse are depicted in the foreground, symbolizing the delicate balance of nature. The artwork, currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, exemplifies the artist's meticulous attention to detail and his ability to capture the beauty of the natural world. The black and white palette of the etching enhances the sense of tranquility and subtlety, creating a harmonious interplay between light and shadow.