Stag at bay, from 'Animal hunts' (Chasses à différents animaux) 1649 - 1659

"Stag at Bay" is an etching by Italian artist Stefano della Bella from his series "Animal Hunts" (Chasses à différents animaux) created between 1649 and 1659. The print depicts a dramatic scene of a stag being hunted by a group of men on horseback. The stag is shown at bay, desperately trying to defend itself against its pursuers. della Bella's etching is a masterful example of the Baroque style, characterized by its dynamic composition, dramatic use of light and shadow, and detailed rendering of the figures and animals. The print is currently held by the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.