1646
oil
canvas
From the collection of Museum of Fine Arts, Budapest
A Hawk and a Brood Hen is a 1646 oil by Frans Snyders, a Flemish Baroque painting work, held at Museum of Fine Arts, Budapest.
The painting shows a hawk swooping down on a large brown hen and her chicks. The hen is in the center, with her wings spread wide, and the chicks are scattered around her. The hawk is in the top left corner, with its wings outstretched. The background is a landscape with trees and hills. The hawk and hen are the main focus of the painting, with the hawk's sharp talons and the hen's protective stance creating a sense of tension. The chicks are small and white, adding a touch of innocence to the scene. The painting is a great example of Frans Snyders' work, and if you're interested in learning more about his style and technique, you can check out the Museum of Fine Arts, Budapest.
Frans Snyders or Frans Snijders was a Flemish painter of animals, hunting scenes, market scenes, and still lifes.
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