Who painted Plate 33: A "Simivulpa" (Opossum?) and an Ibex?

Plate 33: A "Simivulpa" (Opossum?) and an Ibex was painted by Joris Hoefnagel in 1594.

Where can I see Plate 33: A "Simivulpa" (Opossum?) and an Ibex?

Plate 33: A "Simivulpa" (Opossum?) and an Ibex is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Plate 33: A "Simivulpa" (Opossum?) and an Ibex?

Plate 33: A "Simivulpa" (Opossum?) and an Ibex is associated with Renaissance.

Can I buy a print of Plate 33: A "Simivulpa" (Opossum?) and an Ibex?

Museum-quality prints of Plate 33: A "Simivulpa" (Opossum?) and an Ibex are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Plate 33: A "Simivulpa" (Opossum?) and an Ibex

Joris Hoefnagel , 1594

Plate 33: A "Simivulpa" (Opossum?) and an Ibex is a gouache drawing by the Renaissance artist Joris Hoefnagel. It dates from 1594 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art. This watercolor and gold paint drawing on parchment, Plate 33: A 'Simivulpa' (Opossum?

Inscription: Inscribed:center right in black ink: XXXIII; animals in image numbered .1. and .2. in red ink. Facing page: upper center in red ink: In manu DOMINI sunt fines terrae: et altitudines / MONTIVM ipsius sunt. ps:94. (“In his hand are the ends of the earth, and the mountain peaks belong to him.” Psalms 94:4) (Latin Vulgate Bible); lower center in brown ink: Occupatio magna creata est o[m/n]ibus hominibus, et iugum grave / super filios Adae a die exitus de ventre matris eorum usq[ue] ad / diem sepulturae in matrem omnium TERRAM. Ecc[es]:40. (“Great labor is created for all men, and a heavy yoke is upon the children of Adam, from the day of their coming out of their mother’s womb, until the day of their burial into the mother of all earth.” Ecclesiasticus 40:1) (Latin Vulgate Bible)

About this work

Overview

This watercolor and gold paint drawing on parchment, Plate 33: A 'Simivulpa' (Opossum?) and an Ibex, was created by Joris Hoefnagel around 1594. It exemplifies his skill as a painter and draftsman, particularly in natural history illustration.

Technique & Style

Hoefnagel's work is characterized by precise observation and decorative flair, combining scientific accuracy with artistic embellishment. His use of watercolor and gold paint on parchment reflects his background as a manuscript illuminator.

Context

As one of the last prominent manuscript illuminators, Hoefnagel's work influenced the development of floral still-life painting in northern Europe. His detailed illustrations contributed to a growing interest in natural history and botanical art.