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Deer-Stalking in the Adirondacks in Winter

Deer-Stalking in the Adirondacks in Winter, by American 19th Century, ink, 1871
Deer-Stalking in the Adirondacks in Winter, by American 19th Century, ink, 1871

Deer-Stalking in the Adirondacks in Winter is an ink print by the Impressionist artist American 19th Century. It dates from 1871 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

Deer-Stalking in the Adirondacks in Winter is a wood engraving print depicting a winter hunting scene.

Subject & Meaning

The print shows two skiers, armed with rifles, in a snowy forest, accompanied by a dog. The scene captures a moment in a hunting expedition, conveying a sense of action and immersion in the winter environment.

Technique & Style

The artist's use of fine lines creates detailed textures, such as tree bark and fur, contributing to the scene's realism. The engraving technique allows for intricate rendering of the winter landscape and the figures within it.

Artist & collection

Portrait of American 19th Century

Artist

American 19th Century

This artist painted everyday American life in the 1800s. Look at *Farmhouse in Mahantango Valley*—a quiet, sunlit scene of rural Pennsylvania. *Boy and Girl* shows two children standing close, their faces turned toward…

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