Havik bewaakt zijn prooi 1824

"Havik bewaakt zijn prooi" (Hawk guards its prey), an 1824 mezzotint by Richard Earlom, depicts a hawk perched atop its recently captured prey. The intricate detail of the bird's feathers and the dramatic pose of the hawk highlight the power and beauty of nature. This work exemplifies Earlom's skill in capturing the natural world with precision and realism, showcasing his mastery of the mezzotint technique. This print, now in the Rijksmuseum, captures the dynamic nature of the predator-prey relationship with striking accuracy.