Artwork

Swan Hunt

Swan Hunt, by Unknown, 1748
Swan Hunt, by Unknown, 1748

Swan Hunt is a photography by Unknown. It dates from 1748 and is held in the collection of the Statens Museum for Kunst.

About this work

Overview

Swan Hunt is a painting created around 1748 by an artist known as 3221_person. It is part of the collection at the Museum of Ethnography.

Subject & Meaning

The painting shows a lake scene with swans and people on the shore, apparently hunting. The attire of the figures suggests an earlier era. The scene balances serenity and activity, with swans swimming, flying, and being hunted.

Technique & Style

The artist uses chiaroscuro to create depth and atmosphere, with light and shadow defining the scene. The swans are depicted with detailed feathers and movements, showcasing the artist's attention to detail.

Artist & collection

Artist

Unknown

entity whose identity is not known