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Study of a shell of a tortoise
attributed to Jacques de Gheyn (III), c. 1616
At the close of the 16th century, artists became increasingly interested in nature. Jacques de Gheyn’s circle of friends included several scientists. His expertise and excellent observational skills enabled him to portray plants and animals with meticulous accuracy. De Gheyn drew this picture of a tortoise shell from above and the side as a scientist would, observing his subject from different angles.
- Artwork typedrawing
- Object numberRP-T-1935-51
- Dimensionsheight 381 mm x width 227 mm
- Physical characteristicspen en bruine inkt, met witte dekverf, op bruin kardoespapier; kaderlijnen in grafiet