A Grasshopper and a Bee 1600 - 1700

"A Grasshopper and a Bee," an anonymous 17th-century drawing, depicts a detailed study of two insects. The artist, whose identity remains unknown, captured the grasshopper in profile, its wings folded against its body, while a bee hovers above. This meticulous observation of nature, typical of 17th-century Dutch art, showcases the artist's keen attention to detail and a fascination with the natural world. The drawing, now housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, serves as a testament to the artist's skill in capturing the intricate forms and delicate features of insects.