This is a vintage illustration of a European mole (Talpa europaea) in a side profile. The mole is depicted with a dark brown, velvety coat and small, hidden eyes. Its snout is elongated and open, revealing pink gums and teeth, suggesting it is either vocalizing or sniffing. It has short, sturdy legs with visible claws. The mole is positioned on a patch of dry, straw-like grass and soil. In the background, there are faint, stylized depictions of rolling hills or mountains, rendered in soft, muted tones. The illustration is labeled 'SPALAX TYPHLUS' at the bottom, and includes the names 'J. Smit. lith.' and 'Handel. imp.' in the corners, indicating the artist and lithographer. The style is reminiscent of 19th-century natural history illustrations, with a focus on accurate anatomical detail and a delicate, watercolor-like quality.