Artwork

Huntsmen Resting

Huntsmen Resting, by Peeter Bout, ink, 1688
Huntsmen Resting, by Peeter Bout, ink, 1688

Huntsmen Resting is an ink print by the Baroque artist Peeter Bout. It dates from 1688 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

Huntsmen Resting is an etching created by Peeter Bout in 1688.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a group of huntsmen at rest in a wooded area, surrounded by their dogs. The men are shown in various poses, dressed in clothing characteristic of the Baroque era. The scene is set against a backdrop of trees and a cloudy sky.

Technique & Style

The etching technique used by Bout creates a sense of depth and texture, with detailed renderings of the huntsmen's clothing and facial expressions contributing to the overall realism of the image.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Peeter Bout

Artist

Peeter Bout

Peeter Bout (1658–1719) was an artist.

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