Dead Hare, Study 1873

"Dead Hare, Study" is a painting by Albert Edelfelt, created in 1873. The artwork depicts a white hare, dead and suspended against a warm, red-brown background. The artist uses a realistic style to capture the hare's lifeless form with precision. The stillness of the hare contrasts with the subtle brushstrokes, creating a sense of melancholy and contemplation. Edelfelt’s work explores the beauty of the natural world and the cycle of life and death. This study may have been created for a larger composition, showcasing Edelfelt's talent for realism and his exploration of themes of mortality.