Weasels and Squirrels
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
Dominant colour
Weasels and Squirrels is a 1597 ink by Adriaen Collaert, a Renaissance work, depicting Hunting, held at National Gallery of Art.
This engraving shows two weasels and a squirrel in a forest scene. The squirrel clings to a tree while the weasels stare up at it. Their sharp claws and teeth make them look tense and ready to move. These animals were often used to teach lessons about nature. Weasels were seen as sneaky, squirrels as clever. The artist carved fine lines into metal to make this print. It’s worth comparing to Collaert, Adriaen.
Adriaen Collaert (1560–1618) was a Flemish artist, born in Antwerp.
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