Fantastische waterdieren, onder andere dolfijn en pitvis 1581 - 1656

"Fantastische waterdieren, onder andere dolfijn en pitvis," (Fantastic Water Animals, including Dolphin and Swordfish) is a 17th century watercolor illustration by Dutch artist Nicolaes de Bruyn (1571-1656). This detailed artwork depicts a variety of sea creatures, including a dolphin, a swordfish, and a flying fish. The piece is notable for its realistic depiction of the fish, which is enhanced by the use of vibrant colors and careful attention to detail. De Bruyn's work was part of a larger tradition of natural history illustrations, which aimed to document and understand the world around us. Today, the piece can be found in the Rijksmuseum.