Et næsehorn 1740s

print, engraving

pencil drawn

toned paper

light pencil work

print

pencil sketch

old engraving style

personal sketchbook

pencil drawing

pencil work

watercolour illustration

engraving

watercolor

"Et næsehorn" is an etching by Johanna Fosie, a Danish artist known for her detailed and accurate animal illustrations. This piece, created in the 1740s, depicts a rhinoceros in profile, showcasing Fosie's meticulous rendering of its textured skin and powerful form. The etching is a testament to Fosie's talent for capturing the essence of her subjects with scientific precision, making it a valuable contribution to the history of natural history illustration. This particular work is part of the collection of the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst in Denmark.