Plate 13: A Tiger, a Lynx, and a Jaguar(?) by Joris Hoefnagel

Plate 13: A Tiger, a Lynx, and a Jaguar(?) c. 1575 - 1580

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watercolour bleed

watercolour illustration

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"Plate 13: A Tiger, a Lynx, and a Jaguar(?)" is a watercolor on vellum by Flemish artist Joris Hoefnagel, created around 1575–1580. The artwork depicts three felines, a tiger, a lynx, and a jaguar, meticulously rendered with remarkable detail. Hoefnagel was a renowned artist and naturalist known for his meticulous depictions of flora and fauna, often incorporating Latin text to add scientific context to his illustrations. This plate showcases his keen eye for observation and skill in capturing the distinctive features and postures of these majestic animals.