A Forest with a Rabbit Hunt 1565 - 1629

"A Forest with a Rabbit Hunt" is an etching by Aegidius Sadeler II, a Flemish artist who was active in the early 17th century. This print, now in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City, depicts a hunter aiming his musket at a rabbit in a densely wooded landscape. Sadeler's detailed and meticulous etching style captures the intricate details of the forest, creating a sense of depth and realism. The dramatic interplay of light and shadow further enhances the scene's visual impact, highlighting the hunter's focused attention and the prey's vulnerability. This artwork, characteristic of Sadeler's oeuvre, exemplifies the popularity of hunting scenes in Northern European art of the period.