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The Badger Goes to Warn Reynard

Allart van Everdingen

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a scene with three foxes and a bird. The fox closest to us holds a bird in its mouth, facing towards the center of the image. Another fox is lying to the right, partially hidden among foliage, while a third fox sits on a hill gazing forward. The background is filled with trees, foliage, and distant mountain silhouettes. The artwork is created using intricate, cross-hatched lines, giving a textured look. The color palette is monochromatic in sepia tones, creating an antique visual effect. Branches of trees create a canopy effect at the top of the image, framing the scene.

Artwork Details

Date
probably c. 1645/1656
Medium
etching
Dimensions
3998 × 3349 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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