689 - Unknown (18th), Foxes, birds and beavers, 2 sheets, around 1780, Etching

Unknown (18th), Foxes, birds and beavers, 2 sheets, around 1780, Etching Unknown (18th century): Foxes, birds and beavers, 2 sheets, c. 1780, Etching Technique: Etching on Paper Date: c. 1780 Description: Waterfowl, Foxes and Beavers at the Water, two etchings, c. 1780. Description:Both sheets show animals in their habitat. Water birds hunt in and near the water: fish, frogs, snakes and lizards are in danger. But the fox is already lying in wait for the birds. Unimpressed, beavers build their burrow in the background. Daniel Nicolaus. Keywords: 18th century, Classicism, Animals, Germany, Size: Paper: 8,0 cm x 10,7 cm (3,1 x 4,2 in) Condition: Rather good condition. In good condition for age, slight signs of wear and light stains.