Schrijver en dieren 1769 - 1787

"Schrijver en dieren" is an etching created by Dutch artist Joseph Mulder between 1769 and 1787. The etching is a depiction of a seated writer surrounded by various animals, likely an illustration for a book of fables. The work demonstrates Mulder's skill in detail and composition, highlighting the writer's focus and the lively, almost comical interactions of the animals. This etching, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, provides insight into the visual culture of the 18th century and is a testament to the enduring popularity of Aesopian fables.