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

Joris Hoefnagel

National Gallery of Art

This is a painting of an animal scene. The painting depicts a brown mammal with udders and a black goat with horns, set in a circular composition. Both animals are shown in their respective environments, with a tree branch overhead bearing a green fruit. The background is minimal, drawing focus to the animals and tree. The numeral XXXIII is inscribed on the right side. This style resembles a natural history or scientific illustration from early naturalists.

Artwork Details

Date
c.1575/1590s
Medium
watercolor and gold paint on parchment
Dimensions
5588 × 4453 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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