Boar Hunt by Abraham Hondius. A sepia-toned drawing on aged paper with a visible crease down the middle. A boar, with a distinctive mane of hair running down its neck and back, is surrounded by several dogs. The boar appears to be on the ground, with some dogs biting it and others lying around or standing nearby. In the background, there are sketchy outlines of trees and possibly a landscape. The overall scene depicts a dynamic and chaotic moment in a hunt, with the boar being attacked by the pack of dogs.
Artwork details
- Dimensions:
- 1123 × 893 px
- Museum record:
- View original
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