Hunting Party by a Southern Harbour 1652 - 1697

Abraham Jansz Begeyn's *Hunting Party by a Southern Harbour*, painted between 1652 and 1697, depicts a group of men on horseback returning from a hunt, with a large sailing ship at anchor in the background. Begeyn was a Dutch painter known for his landscapes and seascapes, often featuring scenes of hunting or daily life. This painting, currently housed at the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst, exemplifies his mastery of light and detail, capturing the serenity of the scene with a delicate touch. The painting's composition and the inclusion of both land and sea elements make it a quintessential example of Dutch Golden Age art.