Schrijver, muze en dieren 1745

"Schrijver, muze en dieren" is a 1745 etching by Dutch artist Joseph Mulder (1658-1718). The work depicts a seated writer, a Muse, and a scene of animals from Aesop's fables unfolding behind them. This scene exemplifies the visual trends of the 18th century, with an emphasis on detail and realistic depiction of human figures and animal life. The artwork's title, "Schrijver, muze en dieren," clearly states the subject matter. The artist's signature is displayed on the bottom of the etching. The print is in the collection of the Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam, and measures 165 mm in height and 102 mm in width.