Jacht op herten 1595

"Jacht op herten" (Deer Hunt), a 1595 etching by Italian artist Antonio Tempesta, captures the excitement of a hunting scene. The print depicts a mounted nobleman pursuing a stag with a pack of hounds, with other hunters and their dogs in the background. Tempesta, known for his detailed and lively depictions of animals and landscapes, excels in capturing the dynamic movement of the hunt. The piece offers a glimpse into 16th-century hunting practices, highlighting the skill and danger involved in this aristocratic pastime. This etching, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, is a fine example of Tempesta's mastery of the medium and his ability to convey the drama and energy of the hunt.