Two Apes and Two Monkeys
1597
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
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Adriaen Collaert
Adriaen Collaert (1560–1618) was a Flemish artist, born in Antwerp.
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ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
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Two Apes and Two Monkeys is a 1597 ink by Adriaen Collaert, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This black-and-white print shows two monkeys sitting on the ground. One monkey holds a small object, while the other leans forward. Behind them, a child-like figure sits on a rock near a river, with a town and mountains in the distance. Trees and animals fill the scene, but the focus is on the two monkeys. The artist used fine lines and shading to create depth, making the monkeys look almost real. This kind of detailed linework is typical of engravings from this time. Next, look up engraving to see how artists like this made prints.
Adriaen Collaert (1560–1618) was a Flemish artist, born in Antwerp.
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