Artwork
An Archer Hunting an Ibex
An Archer Hunting an Ibex is an oil painting by the Barbizon school artist Robert Robinson. It dates from 1698 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
About this work
Overview
An Archer Hunting an Ibex is a 1698 oil painting by Robert Robinson, depicting a hunter in pursuit of its titular prey within a natural setting. The work is part of the Victoria and Albert Museum's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The painting portrays a moment of suspended action: an archer, clad in traditional hunting attire with a full quiver, aims at an ibex. The scene emphasizes the hunter-prey dynamic amidst lush surroundings.
Technique & Style
Executed in oil paint, the work features a textured, richly detailed execution, particularly evident in the rendering of the archer's clothing and the ibex's fur, showcasing the artist's meticulous attention to detail.
History & Provenance
Created in 1698 by Robert Robinson, the painting is currently housed at the Victoria and Albert Museum as part of its historical art holdings.
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