Stag Hunt 1685 - 1699

"Stag Hunt" is a large-scale tapestry (10 ft. 8 in. × 15 ft. 8 in.) created by the French artist Beauvais between 1685 and 1699. The tapestry depicts a hunting scene with riders, hounds, and a stag in a lush forest landscape, perhaps meant to evoke a royal hunting scene. This work, currently housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, is an example of Beauvais's skilled craftsmanship in tapestry weaving, known for its detailed rendering and intricate design. The tapestry's grandeur and detail would have been a testament to the wealth and sophistication of its original owner.