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Bjørnejagt, by Unknown, 1750

Bjørnejagt

Unknown

1750

From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst

Dominant colour

Overview

Bjørnejagt is a 1750 by Unknown, held at Statens Museum for Kunst.

Who painted this?
Unknown
When & what style?
1750
Where can I see it?
Statens Museum for Kunst

About this work

The image depicts a dramatic scene of a bear being attacked by a pack of dogs. The bear, positioned centrally, appears to be under siege, with the dogs surrounding it and biting its fur. The bear's facial expression conveys a sense of distress and fear. In the foreground, the dogs are shown in various poses, some standing on their hind legs, while others are lying down or jumping. The bear's fur is depicted in detail, with visible texture and shading. The background of the image is not clearly defined, but it appears to be a natural setting, possibly a forest or woodland area. This painting could be compared to the works of other artists who have depicted scenes of wildlife and the natural world, such as those found in the Museum of Ethnography.

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