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Equestrian & Animals
Hounds Attacking a Bear
Abraham Hondius
A dramatic 17th-century animalier painting capturing the raw intensity of a hunt in progress.

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.
$129
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Where it works
A bold work with active energy with warm, lived-in color — holds a formal wall with confidence.
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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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.
$129
For the selected configuration
From $129
1 frame size
Made to order in ~2 business days · Free U.S. standard shipping (typically 5–8 business days after dispatch)
Where it works
A bold work with active energy with warm, lived-in color — holds a formal wall with confidence.