Kangoeroe 1763 - 1834

This detailed watercolor drawing by Dutch artist Isaac van Haastert, titled “Kangoeroe”, depicts a grey kangaroo in profile. The artwork, created between 1763 and 1834, showcases the artist’s meticulous attention to detail in capturing the animal's features, particularly its fur. The depiction of the kangaroo, a creature from a distant land, exemplifies the growing fascination with exotic animals during the 18th century, as global exploration expanded European horizons. This artwork is currently held in the prestigious Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam.