Shooting a Woodcock 1864

"Shooting a Woodcock" is an 1864 etching by Charles Jacque (1813-1894) that depicts a hunter aiming his gun at a woodcock in flight. The dark, detailed rendering of the forest setting contrasts with the bright sky above, creating a sense of depth and atmosphere. Jacque, known for his animal and landscape prints, captures the quiet drama of the hunt in this work, reflecting the artist's interest in the natural world and its inhabitants. The etching is part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection in New York City.