Hazenjacht 1819 - 1881

"Hazenjacht" (Hare Hunt) is an etching by Johannes Tavenraat, a Dutch artist known for his landscape and animal scenes. Created between 1819 and 1881, the artwork depicts a dramatic chase across a wide, open landscape. The scene is dominated by the powerful forms of the dogs, their bodies elongated and dynamic as they pursue the hares across a field of fine grasses. The distant hills create a sense of depth and atmosphere, while the muted tones of the etching add to the overall feeling of tension and movement. Currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, this work is a powerful example of Tavenraat's skill in capturing the energy and excitement of the hunt.