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Plate 34: Three Dogs, Including a "Mimick"

Joris Hoefnagel

National Gallery of Art

This is a painting of two dogs and a white rabbit on a patch of terrain. The central focus of the image is an oval-shaped illustration depicting two distinct dogs and a solitary rabbit. One dog is tall and slender while the other is slightly rotund. The rabbit is shown from behind as it heads away. The artwork is framed by Latin inscriptions and is accompanied by ornate text. The style of the illustration is reflective of medieval manuscript art, with detailed attention to the naturalistic portrayal of animals.

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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