The Grey Fox Squirrel (Sciurus cinereus)

About this work

This painting features a grey fox squirrel sitting on the ground, facing left. The squirrel has a long, bushy tail and is surrounded by plants with yellow flowers and green leaves. The squirrel's fur is rendered in various shades of grey, while the flowers and leaves are depicted in yellow and green. The background of the painting is a light beige color. The level of detail in the painting suggests that it may have been created using a technique such as etching or engraving. To learn more about the artist's use of this technique, explore the work of Catesby, Mark.