Jachtgezelschap in botsing met een sprong konijnen 1839 - 1894

Lambertus Lingeman created this drawing, "Hunting party clashes with a group of rabbits", using graphite on paper. This is a traditional, unassuming medium, but the image conveys so much about how class distinctions play out in everyday life. Lingeman masterfully uses graphite to create a dynamic scene of chaos and movement. The soft, granular texture of the graphite lends itself well to depicting the flurry of fur and the frenzied energy of the hunt. We can almost feel the weight of the rifles in the hunters’ hands, and sense the panic of the rabbits as they scatter. The swift strokes evoke the traditions of sketching from life, but the scene also carries the strong scent of the aristocratic privilege of the hunt. The value of this work lies not just in its aesthetic qualities but in the way Lingeman uses his materials and skill to invite reflection on the relationship between humans, animals, and the environment, as well as class structures. It challenges us to consider the social and ethical implications embedded within seemingly simple scenes of everyday life.