Artwork
Reynard the Fox: Reynard Feigns Death
Reynard the Fox: Reynard Feigns Death is a print by the Baroque artist Allart van Everdingen. It dates from 1662 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
About this work
Overview
Reynard the Fox: Reynard Feigns Death is a 1662 print by Allart van Everdingen, a Dutch painter and printmaker. The work is a black-and-white drawing held in The Cleveland Museum of Art.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a scene from medieval folklore where Reynard the Fox pretends to be dead to deceive surrounding birds. The fox's pose tricks the birds into thinking it is lifeless, illustrating a classic trickster tale.
Technique & Style
Simple lines are used to convey movement and life in the scene. The drawing features a range of elements, including a winding river, trees, a church steeple, and fluffy clouds, creating a detailed landscape.
History & Provenance
Created in 1662, the print is a product of the Dutch Golden Age, a period characterized by significant artistic output in the Netherlands.
Artist & collection
Artist
Allaert van Everdingen (Dutch pronunciation: ; bapt. 18 June 1621 – 8 November 1675 (buried)), was a Dutch Golden Age painter and printmaker in etching and mezzotint.
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