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Plate 38: Seven Spiders

Joris Hoefnagel

National Gallery of Art

There are multiple spiders shown within an oval frame. The largest spider is in the center, with a patterned body. The color scheme includes brown, tan, gray, red, and green. One spider is facing upwards on the right, and another stretches horizontally at the bottom center. On the left, one spider has distinct markings above a smaller reddish spider. At the top, a tiny spider is suspended.

Artwork Details

Date
c.1575/1590s
Medium
watercolor and gold paint on parchment
Dimensions
5018 × 3801 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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