Skeleton of a Goose
1620
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1620
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This is a black-and-white drawing of a goose skeleton. The bones are detailed, showing every rib, joint, and wing structure. The bird stands on a patch of grass next to a body of water, with its head turned slightly to the side. The artist used a technique that lets them carve fine lines into metal plates. This was common in the 1600s for scientific drawings. Next, look up etching to see how artists like this made precise prints.
