Die Klugheit Beleuchtet die Gemeinheit

Ernst Moritz Geyger

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a hybrid creature with a human-like body, a boar's head, and a perched form similar to a monkey or a small mammal. The creature is holding a magnifying glass and has detailed fur and pronounced claws. Above the creature, there is text in German that translates to "Prudence illuminates vulgarity." The image focuses on themes of insight, wisdom, and the scrutiny of baser instincts. The drawing utilizes shading and line work to create textures and form, enhancing the surreal and contemplative nature of the image.