Dogs Attacking a Bull by Abraham Hondius. A dynamic 17th-century scene of a brown bull defending itself against a pack of hounds in a mountainous landscape.

Dogs Attacking a Bull

Abraham Hondius

1674 · Oil Paint, Canvas, Panel

A dramatic and masterfully rendered Dutch Golden Age hunting scene depicting a bull and hounds in a golden-lit landscape.

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Where it works

A bold work with active energy with warm, lived-in color — holds a formal wall with confidence.

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Dining Room · Library · Study
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Reads best above substantial furniture or an open wall
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Benefits from a distinct wall tone
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Charcoal black, Olive green, Warm beige

About the piece

Created in 1674 by Abraham Hondius, this oil painting captures the raw energy and movement of a bull-baiting or hunting scene. The artist, renowned for his animal subjects, uses a luminous sky and rugged mountains to provide a grand backdrop for the central struggle. The composition is highly kinetic, showcasing the anatomical precision and dramatic lighting characteristic of the period.

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