Hertenjacht 1619 - 1672

"Hertenjacht," meaning "Deer Hunt" in Dutch, is an etching by the Dutch artist Theodor van (II) Merlen. Created between 1619 and 1672, the print depicts a hunting scene with a rider on horseback pursuing a deer. Two hounds are also visible chasing the deer. The print is a good example of the Dutch Golden Age tradition of hunting scenes, which often depicted the nobility engaged in leisure activities. Van Merlen's meticulous detail, combined with the dynamism of the action, creates a vivid sense of the chase. The background features a picturesque landscape with hills and trees, typical of Van Merlen's style.