Artwork
After the Hunt
After the Hunt is an unspecified painting by David Dalhoff Neal. It dates from 1870 and is held in the collection of the Los Angeles County Museum of Art.
About this work
Overview
After the Hunt, a painting by David Dalhoff Neal from 1870, is a still life depicting the aftermath of a hunting excursion. The composition combines hunting trophies with domestic elements, set against a somber backdrop.
Subject & Meaning
The scene juxtaposes the spoils of hunting—a dead rabbit, birds on the floor—with everyday objects (a vase of flowers, jug, plate) and two dogs, suggesting a balance between the hunt's conclusion and the comfort of a return home.
Technique & Style
Neal employed a predominantly warm color palette, emphasizing browns and yellows, to create a cozy ambiance. The dark background serves to highlight the central table setting and the dogs, drawing the viewer's focus inward.
History & Provenance
Created in 1870, the painting is part of the collection at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art.
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