Open full image Pin

The Stag Hunt

Jacques Callot

1630

ink

paper

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Baroque Baroque

Dominant colour

The Stag Hunt is a 1630 ink by Jacques Callot, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?: Jacques Callot
When & what style?: 1630 · Baroque
Where can I see it?: National Gallery of Art

About this work

This etching depicts a lively scene of a stag hunt, with multiple figures on horseback and on foot, all engaged in the pursuit. The hunters are shown in various poses, some holding spears or bows, while others are shown in the midst of leaping over obstacles or chasing after the stags. In the foreground, the artist has skillfully rendered the textures of the clothing and the horses' coats, adding depth and dimension to the scene. The background features a rolling landscape with trees and hills, which provides a sense of context and setting for the hunt. The level of detail and the dynamic energy of the scene make this etching a compelling work of art. To learn more about the techniques used to create this piece, look into the art of etching.