Dead deer, hares and game 1647

"Dead Deer, Hares and Game" is a 1647 etching by Wenceslaus Hollar. The print, housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, depicts a still life of various hunted animals, including a deer, hares, and birds. The detail and accuracy of Hollar’s etching highlight the artist’s skill in capturing the form and texture of the animals, a style characteristic of his work during his time in England. This artwork reflects the hunting culture prevalent in 17th century England and serves as a reminder of the relationship between man and nature during that era.