Het vangen van apen 1624

"Het vangen van apen" (1624) by Daniël van den Bremden is an engraving that depicts monkeys engaging in various activities, from swinging on branches to bathing in basins. The scene is set in a dense jungle, with a large tree dominating the center. This artwork was produced as part of a larger series, likely depicting a story related to the title, "LVCRETIA; Of". While the text is in Dutch, and therefore not easily understood by an international audience, it suggests a humorous or satirical tone through its depiction of the monkeys' antics. The engraved style of the piece, with its meticulous detail and fine lines, was popular in the Netherlands during the 17th century. The work is now part of the Rijksmuseum's collection.