Dode vogel, opgehangen aan een poot 1852 - 1906

"Dode vogel, opgehangen aan een poot" (Dead bird, hung by a leg) is an etching by Belgian artist Emilie Rolin-Jacquemijns, created between 1852 and 1906. The artwork depicts a detailed, realistic representation of a small bird hanging upside down from a hook. Rolin-Jacquemijns was known for her precise and delicate etchings, capturing the intricate textures and forms of her subjects with masterful skill. The subject matter, a dead bird, may evoke themes of mortality, nature, or the fragility of life. The etching, measuring 237 mm by 156 mm, showcases Rolin-Jacquemijns' talent for naturalism and meticulous detail.