Ziet deze visschen met dit hoorntje eens aan, Of zy u wel ter deeg behaagen en aanstaan 1558 - 1804

This print, made by Erven de Weduwe Jacobus van Egmont, features various types of fish, accompanied by descriptive text. Published in Amsterdam, this image reflects the Dutch Republic's interest in natural history and commerce. During this period, the Dutch Golden Age, the country was a hub for trade and scientific exploration. Prints like these were part of a broader effort to document and classify the natural world, often with an eye toward economic exploitation. The fish are presented in a way that emphasizes their distinct characteristics, almost as specimens to be studied or commodities to be traded. The language used in the descriptions adds to this sense of detachment, treating the fish as objects of interest rather than living beings. Consider the perspective embedded in this image, which prompts us to reflect on the relationship between humans and nature, and how economic and scientific pursuits shape our understanding of the world.