Artistafter
Jan van Somer(Dutch, c. 1645–after 1699)Dutch, c. 1645–after 1699
Publisherpossibly
John Smith(English, 1652–1743)English, 1652–1743
CultureDutch
Titles
- Monkeys Performing a Ballet (Ballet Inimitable)
- The Owl, the Monkey and the Cat
Datec. 1683 - 1740
MediumMezzotint with drypoint on laid paper, proof before lettering
DimensionsPlate: 5 7/8 × 7 7/16 in. (14.9 × 18.9 cm)
Sheet: 5 3/4 × 7 9/16 in. (14.6 × 19.2 cm)
Sheet: 5 3/4 × 7 9/16 in. (14.6 × 19.2 cm)
Credit LineGift of Dr. Marjorie G. Horning
Object number2013.587
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Catalogue raisonnéHollstein 124
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