Hertenjacht met honden 1594 - 1598

"Hertenjacht met honden" (1594-1598) is an etching by Flemish artist Jan (II) Collaert, showcasing a dynamic depiction of a deer hunt. The detailed composition depicts a group of men on horseback pursuing a herd of deer, with hounds eager to join the chase. The scene unfolds against a backdrop of a verdant landscape, complete with a towering tree and a grand building in the distance. Collaert's masterful use of line and shading conveys the energy and excitement of the hunt, drawing the viewer into the action. This artwork is housed in the Rijksmuseum and exemplifies the artist's talent for capturing the grandeur and spectacle of a historical event.