From the frescoes of Lascaux to Louise Bourgeois' spiders and Jeff Koons' dogs, animals have moved through art history as silent muses. Symbols of power, purity, or loyalty, they embody far more than their physical form. The cat reigns in ancient Egypt, while Rubens sets horses in motion with dynamic grace, and in illuminated margins, rabbits and hybrid creatures whisper forgotten tales. The animal becomes a mirror to mankind, reflecting both virtues and vanities. Even today, it captivates—whether sacred, wild, or simply familiar. Born to be wild...