Caption:
Encyclopédie, Japonaise, Leyde, Netherlands, Brill, 1875, Japan, Mammals, The illustration features two animals, a fox and a dog, depicted in a natural setting surrounded by tall grass and reeds. The fox, slender and cunning in appearance, is positioned to the right, while the dog, more robust and loyal-looking, stands to the left. Above them, clouds drift softly in the sky. Accompanying the illustration are Japanese characters, which provide context or narration to the scene, possibly reflecting on the relationship or interaction between the two animals. The overall composition captures a moment of interaction in nature, highlighting the contrast between the wild and the domestic.