Hounds Attacking a Bear by Abraham Hondius. A chaotic and dynamic scene of a pack of hounds swarming and attacking a large brown bear in a landscape.

Hounds Attacking a Bear

Abraham Hondius

1656 · Oil Paint, Canvas

A dramatic 17th-century animalier painting capturing the raw intensity of a hunt in progress.

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Where it works

A weightier piece with lively force in walnut and cognac tones — holds a formal wall with confidence.

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Library · Study · Office
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Strongest on wider walls where it can anchor the room
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Benefits from a distinct wall tone
Color notes
Rich brown, Deep burgundy, Aged gold

About the piece

Created in 1656 by Dutch painter Abraham Hondius, this work is a quintessential example of animalier art. It depicts the ferocious struggle between a cornered bear and a pack of hounds with masterfully rendered movement, anatomical detail, and high-stakes drama, characteristic of the era's fascination with sporting scenes.

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