Vogelnest in boom wordt bedreigd door slang en bliksemschicht 1776 - 1847

"Vogelnest in boom wordt bedreigd door slang en bliksemschicht" (Bird's Nest in Tree Threatened by Snake and Lightning) is an etching created by Dutch artist Johannes Christiaan Bendorp in the late 18th or early 19th century. The artwork, currently held in the Rijksmuseum, depicts a dramatic scene of a bird's nest nestled high in a tree. A snake is winding its way up the trunk, while lightning strikes in the background, creating a sense of impending danger. The detailed etching captures the intricate details of the foliage and the tension of the scene, making it a powerful and evocative work. This print was likely created as part of a series of illustrations for a children's book, emphasizing the moral and educational value of the scene.