Two squirrels 1492

Albrecht Dürer’s *Two Squirrels* (1492) is a captivating watercolor study that exemplifies his masterful realism and attention to detail. The work depicts two squirrels, one seated and one in a curled-up position, both rendered with remarkable accuracy, capturing the animals' furry textures and lively expressions. The inclusion of scattered nuts adds to the naturalistic depiction, suggesting a scene of everyday animal life. This masterful work of animal portraiture is a testament to Dürer’s early skill and his fascination with the natural world.