Egel met jongen 1878 - 1914

"Egel met jongen" (Hedgehog with Young) is a delicate colored drawing by Theo van Hoytema, a Dutch artist who specialized in natural history illustrations. This piece, created between 1878 and 1914, depicts a family of hedgehogs amidst a lush, flowering meadow. Van Hoytema’s signature style, evident in this work, showcases his meticulous attention to detail in capturing the intricate textures of both the animals and their surroundings. The artwork is part of the Rijksmuseum’s collection, showcasing the importance of natural history illustration in art history.