Specht, Friedrich (Lauffen on the Neckar 1839 – Stuttgart 1909). Young Wild Cats. Before and below of a knotty root, gazing playfully-surprisedly at a frog jumping away hastily. Wood engraving. (1873.) 11.8 x 16.4 cm.
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