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Dogs Pursuing a Cat

Bernhard Zaech after Jonas Umbach

National Gallery of Art

The image shows architectural ruins and monkeys. Some monkeys are interacting with broken stone structures, including elements of classical architecture. The horizon features more ruins with sparse vegetation. Cloud formations are visible in the sky. The color palette is monochromatic in shades of sepia or brown, consistent with an engraving technique.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1650
Medium
etching on laid paper
Dimensions
3343 × 4635 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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