A Hunter 1670 - 1682

"A Hunter" is a 17th-century oil painting by Pieter Leermans, depicting a hunter in a wooded landscape, surrounded by his hunting dogs and the spoils of his hunt. The hunter, dressed in the traditional attire of a hunter, is leaning against a tree trunk, his rifle resting on the ground next to him. The artist's meticulous detail and realistic portrayal of the scene contribute to the painting's enduring appeal. This genre painting provides a glimpse into the world of hunting and the role it played in Dutch society during this period. The painting is currently housed at SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst.