Wolvenjacht met een dode ram als lokaas 1598

Antonio Tempesta's 1598 etching, "Wolvenjacht met een dode ram als lokaas" (Wolf Hunt with a Dead Ram as Bait), depicts a dramatic hunting scene. The print showcases a group of hunters using a dead ram as bait to lure wolves into a trap. The scene is detailed, showing hunters aiming their weapons, a rider on horseback, and a pack of wolves approaching the bait. Tempesta's mastery of etching is evident in the intricate details of the landscape and the dynamic poses of the figures and animals. This print is a testament to the popularity of hunting scenes in the 16th and 17th centuries, reflecting the cultural significance of hunting as both a leisure activity and a source of sustenance. The print is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam.