689 - Unknown (18th century), Foxes, Birds, and Beavers, 2 sheets, around 1780, etching

Unknown (18th century), 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 depict animals in their natural habitats. Waterfowl 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. Undeterred, 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: In fairly good condition. In good condition for its age, with slight signs of wear and light stains.