Dogs fighting a wolf
1646
oil
From the collection of National Museum in Warsaw
1646
oil
From the collection of National Museum in Warsaw
This painting shows a dramatic scene of dogs attacking a wolf. The wolf is in the center, its mouth open in a snarl, while the dogs surround it, biting and clawing. In the background, there are trees and a blue sky with white clouds. The dogs are all different breeds and sizes, but they're all focused on taking down the wolf. The wolf, on the other hand, looks like it's fighting for its life. The painting is done in oil paint, which gives it a rich, vibrant color. The painting is held at the National Museum in Warsaw. If you want to learn more about this style of painting, look up chiaroscuro.