Grindefangst ved Færøerne 1860

Jens Peter Lund's "Grindefangst ved Færøerne" (1860) is a detailed depiction of a whale hunt in the Faroe Islands, a historical practice that has since been modernized. The image showcases a dramatic scene of a pod of whales being harpooned by boats, while a crowd of people observe from the cliffside. The artist's meticulous attention to detail captures the energy and chaos of the hunt, with the boats, whales, and figures rendered with precision. This print, currently housed at SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst, is a testament to the cultural and historical significance of whaling in the Faroe Islands.