Jagers jagen struisvogels in een kuil 1598

This etching, "Jagers jagen struisvogels in een kuil" (Hunters hunt ostriches in a pit) by Antonio Tempesta, depicts a scene of hunting ostriches in a pit trap. Created in 1598, the artwork showcases Tempesta's mastery of detail and dynamic composition. The scene is filled with movement, as riders on horseback pursue the ostriches with spears and dogs. The use of lines and hatching creates a sense of depth and texture, bringing the hunters and their quarry to life. The etching is a testament to Tempesta's skill and understanding of both the natural world and the human pursuit of sport.