Gevleugelde zeehond die achterom kijkt 1580 - 1610

This engraving by Giovanni Andrea Maglioli, created between 1580 and 1610, features a fantastical winged sea lion with a ferocious expression, its body twisting and turning with a dynamic energy. The detailed hatching and cross-hatching of the engraving add depth and texture to the creature's form, enhancing the impression of its physicality. This small-scale work, measuring 50 mm by 104 mm, is part of the collection at the Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam, and is a fine example of Renaissance-era imaginative imagery.