Konijnen 1896

Here we have "Konijnen," rabbits, sketched by Carel Adolph Lion Cachet. These rabbits, symbols of fertility and vulnerability, invite us to consider their deeper resonance within the cultural psyche. The motif of the rabbit stretches far back through art history, from ancient fertility rites to the Christian symbolism of rebirth. Think of the famous Renaissance paintings where rabbits appear, often subtly, hinting at underlying themes of abundance and the cyclical nature of life. One cannot ignore the duality of the rabbit: a creature associated with innocence, yet also with uncontrollable fecundity. This tension might reflect our own internal conflicts—between our desires and our fears of chaos. The rabbit continues to resurface, evolve, and take on new meanings, proof that even the humblest of creatures can carry the weight of centuries of cultural meaning.