Hert aangevallen door twee wolven 1640 - 1703

"Hert aangevallen door twee wolven" (1640-1703) is an etching by Dutch artist Carl Borromäus Andreas Ruthart, depicting a stag being attacked by two wolves in a dramatic scene. The composition emphasizes the tension of the moment, with the stag's desperate struggle captured in a series of dynamic lines. The print showcases Ruthart's mastery of etching, a technique used to produce images on metal plates. The use of light and shadow creates a sense of depth and realism. This artwork is an example of the Baroque period's fascination with both the beauty and the savagery of nature, and the use of animals to symbolize human passions and conflicts.