Artwork
Jagdstillleben mit Hündin
Jagdstillleben mit Hündin is an oil painting by the Flemish Baroque painting artist Jan Fyt. It dates from 1652 and is held in the collection of the Bavarian State Painting Collections.
About this work
Overview
Jan Fyt's 1652 painting, Jagdstillleben mit Hündin, is a Flemish Baroque work on copper. It is a still life that incorporates animals and hunting trophies.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a dog surrounded by the spoils of a hunt, including birds and a pheasant. The dog's alert expression suggests it has detected something, creating a sense of tension amidst the stillness.
Technique & Style
Fyt's use of a dark, shadowy background with hints of foliage creates a somber atmosphere. The contrast between the dog and the surrounding objects draws the viewer's attention to the scene's quiet contemplation.
History & Provenance
Created in 1652, Jagdstillleben mit Hündin is now part of the Alte Pinakothek's collection. Fyt, known for his still lifes and animal paintings, was a prominent figure in the Flemish Baroque movement.
Artist & collection
Artist
Jan Fijt, Jan Fijt or Johannes Fijt (or Fyt) (19 August 1609 – 11 September 1661) was a Flemish Baroque painter, draughtsman and etcher.
