Reynard's Relatives Plead for Him

probably c. 1645/1656

Allart van Everdingen

Associated Names
Allart van Everdingen

Artist, Dutch, 1621 - 1675

This is a drawing of a group of wild animals in a natural setting. The image depicts a variety of animals including wolves, a fox, a leopard, a lion, and a lioness, all appearing to interact with one another in a forested landscape. The scene is richly detailed with intricately crafted foliage comprising the trees that frame the image. The composition uses a balance of light and shadow to highlight the textures of the animals' fur and the leaves. The bark of the trees and the mountainous backdrop add depth to the wilderness setting, creating a harmonious depiction of wildlife coexisting in their natural environment.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching

  • Credit Line

    Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund

  • Accession Number

    1973.15.184

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Dutuit, Vol. (Le Renard, no. 25


Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1884

  • Dutuit, Eugène. Manuel de l'amateur d'estampes. Vol. I, IV-VI. Paris: A Levy, 1884-1885. Reprint. Amsterdam: G.W. Hissink, 1970-1972.

Wikidata ID

Q65565107

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