Neushoorn 1515 - 1622

"Neushoorn," a woodcut by German Renaissance master Albrecht Dürer, depicts a rhinoceros in intricate detail. Created between 1515 and 1622, the artwork is based on a living rhinoceros brought to Lisbon, Portugal, from India. Dürer's meticulous depiction highlights the animal's armored hide, powerful legs, and distinctive horn. The print, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, offers a fascinating glimpse into the early 16th-century fascination with exotic animals and the artistic skill of one of the greatest printmakers of all time.