Artwork
Hunting still life with a hare and two partridges
Hunting still life with a hare and two partridges is an oil painting by the Rococo painting artist Franz Michael Sigismund von Burgau the Elder. It dates from 1715 and is held in the collection of the Bavarian State Painting Collections.
About this work
Overview
Franz Michael Sigismund von Burgau the Elder's 'Hunting still life with a hare and two partridges' (1715) is an oil painting depicting a serene, detailed arrangement of hunted game.
Subject & Meaning
The painting features a suspended hare and two partridges on the ground, set against a dark backdrop with partial drapery. The composition conveys a sense of quiet stillness, emphasizing the aftermath of the hunt.
Technique & Style
Executed in oil paint, the work showcases meticulous attention to texture, evident in the rendered fur and feathers. The color palette is muted yet rich, contributing to the overall calm atmosphere.
History & Provenance
Created in 1715, the painting is part of the collection at the Alte Pinakothek.
Artist & collection
Artist
Franz Michael Sigismund von Burgau the Elder
Franz Michael Sigismund von Burgau the Elder (1678–1754) was an artist, born in Linz.
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