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Three studies of a recumbent lion
From the collection of Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. Free to download, adapt and use — no permission needed.
About this work
Jacques de Gheyn probably made the underlying drawing in red chalk from life. This material was perfect for making rapid sketches. He later worked up the depiction in pen and brown ink. The typically short curved crosshatching betrays the hand of an experienced engraver. The artist worked the copper plate with a burin in the same way.
Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam’s own descriptionSubjects
Credit lineDrie studies van een liggende leeuw. c. 1615 - c. 1634. Jacques de Gheyn (III). Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. Public domain.
