Bear Hunt by Carl Borromäus Andreas Ruthart. A group of hunting dogs attacks two large bears in a rugged landscape under a cloudy sky.

Bear Hunt

Carl Borromäus Andreas Ruthart

1700 · Oil Paint, Canvas

A dramatic 18th-century animal painting capturing the visceral energy of a bear hunt.

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Where it works

A substantial artwork with a strong pulse with warm, lived-in color — brings a composed sense of weight.

Often works in
Library · Study · Office
Placement
Works well when the wall can carry a broader statement
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Reads strongest on light or mid-tone walls
Color notes
Charcoal black, Soft gray, Olive green

About the piece

Painted around 1700 by Carl Borromäus Andreas Ruthart, this dynamic composition showcases the artist's expertise in animal anatomy and dramatic tension. The scene depicts a fierce encounter between hounds and bears set against a wild, rocky landscape, rendered with the masterful brushwork and earthy palette characteristic of late Baroque animalier painting.

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