Dees beesten die gy hier ziet / Die eeten of drinken niet 1787 - 1822

This 18th century Dutch broadside, *Dees beesten die gy hier ziet / Die eeten of drinken niet*, depicts four animals, a rooster, a hen, a dog and a cat, all within individual frames. Each animal is accompanied by a short rhyming verse describing its actions. Jan Hendrik de Lange, a Dutch printmaker and publisher, created this artwork, which is now housed in the Rijksmuseum. The detailed engravings of the animals showcase de Lange's skill in capturing their features and postures. This piece serves as a playful reminder of the diversity and beauty of the animal kingdom, even in the simple forms of everyday creatures.