Artwork

Hunters and Game

Hunters and Game, by Unknown, 1750
Hunters and Game, by Unknown, 1750

Hunters and Game is a photography by Unknown. It dates from 1750 and is held in the collection of the Statens Museum for Kunst.

About this work

Overview

Hunters and Game is a photograph created around 1750 by an unknown artist, currently held at the Museum of Ethnography.

Subject & Meaning

The image depicts two men and a dead animal on a table, surrounded by hunting gear, capturing the aftermath of a hunt. The men's serious expressions and the presence of a dog add to the scene's solemnity.

Technique & Style

The photograph features dramatic chiaroscuro lighting, characterized by strong shadows and bright highlights on faces and objects, creating a sense of depth and atmosphere.

Artist & collection

Artist

Unknown

entity whose identity is not known