The image shows an engraved artwork depicting a dynamic scene viewed from the side with a slightly elevated perspective. The horizon features a line of distant hills, trees, and swirling clouds. In the foreground, riders on horseback and hunting dogs pursue a lion. The figures are detailed with fine strokes, showcasing classical engraving style. The color palette is monochromatic with black, white, and shades of gray. Tall trees frame the composition, adding to the sense of movement and vigor.
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The image shows an engraved artwork depicting a dynamic scene viewed from the side with a slightly elevated perspective. The horizon features a line of distant hills, trees, and swirling clouds. In the foreground, riders on horseback and hunting dogs pursue a lion. The figures are detailed with fine strokes, showcasing classical engraving style. The color palette is monochromatic with black, white, and shades of gray. Tall trees frame the composition, adding to the sense of movement and vigor.

National Gallery of Art · Print

A Stag Hunt

Jean Lepautre

Medium
etching and engraving
Classification
Print
Accession number
1975.32.9
Credit line
Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund
Time span
1601 to 1650
Department
CG-E

Subjects and terms

  • French
  • Dog
  • Horse
  • Deer
  • Weapons
  • Figures

NGA object ID 55273. Collection metadata is reproduced under CC0. This work is included because its NGA published-image record is marked open access; visitors should recheck the source record before substantial reuse.