Grote hertenjacht 1655 - 1690

This anonymous 17th-century Dutch etching, "Grote hertenjacht," depicts a hunting scene. The print shows a group of hunters on horseback and on foot, pursuing a large stag with their hounds. The artist uses detailed line work to create a sense of movement and excitement, emphasizing the thrill of the hunt. The artwork, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, exemplifies a popular theme in Dutch art of the period, reflecting the social and cultural significance of hunting among the elite.