Landscape with Atalanta and Meleager Hunting the Calydonian Boar
1650
unspecified
From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst
This painting shows a forest scene with a group of people scattered around. Some are standing, others are sitting or crouching near trees and rocks. One person is riding a horse, while another stands shirtless, holding a spear. The background is filled with tall trees and a mix of green and brown colors. The painting’s title hints at a story about hunting a wild boar, but the animals aren’t visible here. The lighting creates strong contrasts between light and dark areas, giving depth to the scene. Look up *chiaroscuro* to see how this technique works in other paintings.
