Parforcejagt 1744

"Parforcejagt" is an etching by Erasmus Sigismund Resch, created in 1744. The print depicts a dramatic hunt scene with a rider pursuing a stag, aided by hounds. Resch, a Danish artist known for his detailed depictions of hunting scenes, captures the thrill and energy of the chase through his dynamic composition and intricate detail. This print is part of a larger series of hunting scenes, providing valuable insight into the equestrian and hunting culture of the 18th century. The print is held in the Statens Museum for Kunst in Copenhagen.