1597
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
A Monkey, a Porcupine, Two Hedgehogs, a Buffalo and a Fox is a 1597 ink by Adriaen Collaert, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This engraving shows a small forest scene with a monkey sitting on the ground, scratching its head. Nearby, a buffalo stands while two hedgehogs and a porcupine rest on the grass. In the background, a village with houses, a church, and a few people working can be seen, along with trees and rolling hills. The artist used fine lines to create texture, especially in the fur and feathers. This kind of detailed linework is typical of the time. Check out the technique: engraving to see how artists like this made prints.
Adriaen Collaert (1560–1618) was a Flemish artist, born in Antwerp.
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