Geit before 1650

Antonio Tempesta's "Geit" is a detailed etching of a goat, depicting its shaggy fur and long, curving horns. Created before 1650, the print showcases Tempesta's meticulous approach to animal anatomy and naturalism, a hallmark of his work. The goat is rendered in profile, standing confidently on a rocky terrain, and the background features a distant landscape, adding depth to the composition. This work is a fine example of Tempesta's talent for capturing the essence of the natural world, which contributed to the evolution of natural history illustration in the 17th century.