Trompe l'Oeil with Dead Duck and Hunting Implements
1650
From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst
Dominant colour
1650
From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst
Dominant colour
Trompe l'Oeil with Dead Duck and Hunting Implements is a 1650 by Unknown, held at Statens Museum for Kunst.
This photo shows a dead duck nailed to a wooden wall. Its wings are spread wide, feathers still damp-looking. Around it hang a bow, a quiver of arrows, a pistol, and a hunting knife—all arranged like they’re casually leaning there. The duck’s head is tilted slightly, as if caught mid-movement. The wall behind it has a rough, uneven texture, making the scene look more real. If you like this kind of trick-of-the-eye work, check out chiaroscuro.
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