Jacht op leeuwen 1598

Antonio Tempesta's "Jacht op leeuwen" (1598) is a detailed etching depicting a lion hunt. The scene unfolds in a landscape with hills and trees, and features a group of horsemen armed with spears pursuing two lions, one of which is fleeing from a burning building. Tempesta’s dynamic composition and dramatic use of light and shadow create a sense of urgency and excitement, capturing the thrilling spectacle of the hunt. This etching showcases the artist's skill in depicting both the natural world and the human drama, reflecting the popularity of hunting scenes in 16th-century Dutch art.