Who painted Rest During the Hunt?

Rest During the Hunt was painted by Dirk Stoop in 1643.

Where can I see Rest During the Hunt?

Rest During the Hunt is held by Statens Museum for Kunst.

What movement is Rest During the Hunt?

Rest During the Hunt is associated with Dutch Golden Age.

Artwork

Rest During the Hunt

Dirk Stoop , 1643

Rest During the Hunt is an oil painting by the Dutch Golden Age artist Dirk Stoop. It dates from 1643 and is held in the collection of the Statens Museum for Kunst.

About this work

Overview

Rest During the Hunt is a 1643 oil-on-canvas painting by Dirk Stoop, a Dutch Golden Age artist known for his landscapes and engravings.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a group of hunters and companions resting in a wooded area, capturing a moment of stillness amidst activity. The scene conveys a sense of calm and tranquility, characteristic of the era's landscape traditions.

Technique & Style

The use of chiaroscuro, evident in the interplay of light and shadow, creates a sense of depth and atmosphere, drawing the viewer into the scene. The artist's handling of light and shadow gives the painting a quiet, lived-in feel.

History & Provenance

Dirk Stoop, also known as Dirck Stoff or Thierry Stoop, worked across Europe, including in Portugal where he was known as Rodrigo. The painting is now held in the Statens Museum for Kunst.

Artist & collection

Artist

Dirk Stoop

Dirk Stoop (c. 1618–1686) was a widely travelled painter and engraver of the Dutch Golden Age. Alternative versions of his name include Dirck Stoff, Theodorus (van der) Stoop, Thierry (the French version) and…