Jagers slaan wilde ossen in de touwen 1602

"Jagers slaan wilde ossen in de touwen" (Hunters lasso wild oxen) is a 1602 etching by Antonio Tempesta, an Italian artist known for his detailed landscapes and battle scenes. This print depicts a scene of hunters on horseback bringing down wild oxen, showcasing Tempesta's masterful use of line and shading to portray movement and tension. The dramatic composition highlights the struggle between man and nature, a recurring theme in Tempesta’s work. The text beneath the image provides a detailed description of the hunt, adding a literary dimension to the visual narrative. The print is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, Netherlands, and exemplifies the artist's skill in capturing the dynamism of hunting scenes.