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Study of the shell of a turtle
From the collection of Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. Free to download, adapt and use — no permission needed.
About this work
At the close of the 16th century, artists became increasingly interested in nature. Jacob 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.
Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam’s own descriptionSubjects
Credit lineStudie van het rugschild van een schildpad. c. 1615. Jacques de Gheyn (III). Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. Public domain.
