This engraving presents two distinct marine specimens—a crab and a lobster—depicted with strong attention to anatomical form and surface detail. Framed in separate panels, the uncolored composition embodies the clarity and rigor of 17th-century Dutch scientific illustration.

Frederick de Wit (1629–1706) was a prominent Dutch cartographer, engraver, and printmaker based in Amsterdam. He was best known for his maps and atlases, but also produced finely executed natural history plates. His workshop became one of the most important centers of printed cartographic and scientific material in the Dutch Golden Age.

Artist or Maker:

Frederick de Wit

Dimensions:

approx. 24.5 cm × 35 cm

Medium:

Copperplate Engraving

Date:

ca. 1650

Condition Report:

This work is in good condition overall. There may be a few minor imperfections or fox or mottled marks to be expected with age. Please review the images carefully for condition details, and feel free to contact us with any questions or for a comprehensive condition report.

Värdering	400 - 600 SEK
Köparprovision (inkl. moms)	24.4%
Slagavgift (inkl. moms)	6 SEK

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6534 Frederick de Wit (1629–1706) – Studies of Crab and Lobster – Copperplate Engraving (ca. 1650)