Ontwerp voor titelblad van Receuil de Lions 1774

This 1774 drawing by Dutch artist Jacques Kuyper (1761-1808) is an illustration for the title page of a book titled "Receuil de Lions". The drawing depicts a lion's mane and paw, possibly from a dissected specimen. The artist has captured the intricate details of the animal’s anatomy and texture, a testament to the scientific interest in natural history during this period. The inscription on the rock indicates that the illustrations in the book were drawn from nature and engraved by B. Picart. Kuyper's drawing reflects the growing importance of anatomical studies and the appreciation for the natural world in the 18th century.