The Animals Present Their Charges Against Reynard
1650
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1650
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This etching shows a wild scene with animals gathered around a fox. The fox sits in the middle, looking guilty, while a rabbit holds a scroll. Other animals—like a wolf, a cat, and a bird—stand around, pointing or looking angry. The background is messy, with trees and bushes drawn in quick, scratchy lines. The fox is on trial, accused by the animals. This kind of scene was popular in stories where animals acted like humans. Check out etching to see how artists like this made detailed prints with just ink and metal.
