Lizard

Niederländische Grafik 1623–1701, c. 1685–1697

This is a drawing of a large lizard with a long, curved tail. The lizard is shown in detail, with textured skin in shades of green, brown, and red. It is perched on a branch, emphasizing its anatomy including scales and claws. The background is plain to highlight the intricate details of the lizard.
Artist
Niederländische Grafik 1623–1701
Date
c. 1685–1697
Type
Print
Medium
color etching and engraving inked à la poupée on laid paper
Dimensions
sheet (cut within platemark): 14.8 × 24.8 cm
Collection
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licence
Public domain, CC0

Image description

This is a drawing of a large lizard with a long, curved tail. The lizard is shown in detail, with textured skin in shades of green, brown, and red. It is perched on a branch, emphasizing its anatomy including scales and claws. The background is plain to highlight the intricate details of the lizard.

Niederländische Grafik 1623–1701