Twee honden in gevecht met een wolf after 1600

"Twee honden in gevecht met een wolf" is a 17th-century etching by an anonymous artist depicting a dramatic scene of three animals locked in a fierce struggle. The central figure, a wolf, snarls with bared teeth, its powerful body braced against two dogs, each with a distinctive curly tail. The composition, filled with dynamic lines and bold contrasts, conveys the raw energy of the fight, making this a captivating example of animalistic imagery in printmaking. This etching, housed in the Rijksmuseum, is a small work measuring 85mm x 127mm, yet its details and dramatic intensity make it a captivating piece.