Plate 42: Two Genets or Civet Cats with Tulips c. 1575 - 1580

Joris Hoefnagel’s “Plate 42: Two Genets or Civet Cats with Tulips” (c. 1575-1580) showcases the artist’s meticulous attention to detail. The watercolor painting features two genets, or civet cats, amidst a backdrop of tulips, depicted in a natural setting. Hoefnagel, a renowned artist known for his exquisite natural history illustrations, exemplifies his skill in this work. The vivid colors and lifelike representations of both the animals and flora capture the beauty of the natural world. This plate, part of his larger work "Archetypa Studiaque Patrum," is a testament to Hoefnagel's artistry and his passion for depicting the wonders of the natural world.