Luiaard before 1650

This etching, "Luiaard" by Antonio Tempesta (1555-1630), depicts a sloth-like creature with a human face, a common motif in 17th-century natural history illustrations. The meticulous cross-hatching technique creates a sense of texture and detail, highlighting the creature's furry body and the intricate details of its human-like features. This work, now held in the Rijksmuseum, reflects the fascination with exotic animals and the growing scientific curiosity of the period.