Bloemen en een muis op een appel 1594

This intricate engraving by Nicolaes de Bruyn, titled "Bloemen en een muis op een appel" (Flowers and a Mouse on an Apple), from 1594, features a cornucopia of natural elements, including a variety of flowers, insects, a mouse, and an apple. The composition is dense and detailed, capturing the intricate beauty of the natural world. The engraving's realistic portrayal of these subjects reflects the prevailing interest in scientific observation and naturalism in the 16th century, making it a captivating example of the art of scientific illustration and a testament to the artist's keen eye for detail.