Various Insects by a Fungus

Rochus van Veen Dutch

1681

Not on view

Artwork Details

Title: Various Insects by a Fungus
Artist: Rochus van Veen (Dutch, ca. 1640–1693 Beverwijk)
Date: 1681
Medium: Watercolor and gouache over traces of black chalk. A ruled line in brown ink along the lower edge.
Dimensions: sheet: 7 15/16 x 11 3/4 in. (20.1 x 29.9 cm)
Classification: Drawings
Credit Line: Harry G. Sperling Fund, 2007
Object Number: 2007.416
Curatorial Department: Drawings and Prints

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