Stag Hunt
1650
oil
From the collection of Louvre Museum
1650
oil
From the collection of Louvre Museum
This painting shows a stag in mid-leap, its antlers reaching towards the sky. It's surrounded by dogs, some of which are jumping up to try and catch it. The scene is set in a wooded area with hills in the background. The colors are mostly earthy tones, with shades of brown and green dominating the palette. The lighting is dramatic, with strong contrasts between light and dark areas. If you like this painting, you might also want to check out the work of artist Jan Wildens.