The Wolf Hunt
1634
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1634
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
The Wolf Hunt is a 1634 ink by Willem van der Leeuw, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This etching depicts a chaotic scene of a wolf hunt, with multiple figures on horseback and on foot, all engaged in the pursuit. The central focus is a man on horseback, wielding a spear and appearing to have just struck a wolf. In the background, other hunters are shown in various poses, some holding spears or other weapons, while others are shown in the midst of falling off their horses. The scene is set against a backdrop of a cloudy sky, with the sun shining through the clouds. The overall mood of the etching is one of energy and chaos, capturing the intensity of the hunt. The use of etching as a medium adds a level of detail and texture to the image, highlighting the intricate details of the hunters' clothing and the horses' manes. For more on this technique, explore the art of etching.
