Artwork

The fox hunt

The fox hunt, by Ludolf de Jongh, oil, 1650
The fox hunt, by Ludolf de Jongh, oil, 1650

The fox hunt is an oil painting by the Dutch Golden Age artist Ludolf de Jongh. It dates from 1650 and is held in the collection of the Rijksmuseum.

About this work

Overview

The Fox Hunt, an oil painting created by Ludolf de Jongh around 1650, is a landscape depicting a hunting scene set amidst trees and hills, with figures on horseback and dogs, characteristic of the Dutch Golden Age.

Subject & Meaning

The painting reflects de Jongh's interest in capturing both natural landscapes and dynamic human activities, specifically the pursuit of a fox hunt, with an emphasis on conveying movement and energy among the participants.

Technique & Style

De Jongh employed a mix of warm and cool colors, with earthy tones for the sky and foliage, and utilized chiaroscuro to achieve depth and volume, enhancing the scene's mood through light and dark contrasts.

History & Provenance

Created during de Jongh's active period in the 17th century, the painting is now part of the Rijksmuseum's collection, with the artist also known for his civic engagements in Rotterdam and Hillegersberg.

Context

The work is situated within the Dutch Golden Age, a time of flourishing artistic diversity, where de Jongh's varied subjects, from landscapes to hunting scenes, were well-received.

Legacy

While specific lasting impacts of *The Fox Hunt* are not detailed, it contributes to the broader legacy of Dutch Golden Age painting, exemplifying the period's artistic values and themes.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Ludolf de Jongh

Artist

Ludolf de Jongh

Ludolf de Jongh or Ludolf Leendertsz. de Jongh (Overschie, 1616 – Hillegersberg, 1679) was a Dutch painter, known for his genre scenes, hunting scenes, history paintings, landscapes, cityscapes, and portraits. He was…

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Museum

Rijksmuseum

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