Bilder Johann Elias Ridinger (1698–1767) – The Training and Work of a Leash Hound – Engraving (c. 1740)

Beskrivning

This engraving is a detailed depiction of a hunter and his dog, divided into two scenes. The upper section, titled "Zucht des Leithundes," shows the hunter leading a dog on a long leash, a method used for breeding or training. The lower section, titled "Arbeit des Leithundes," depicts the hunter and dog in a closer, more focused pose, illustrating the work of a leash hound in tracking game. The print is a natural history and hunting illustration, providing a glimpse into the techniques and practices of hunting in the 18th century.

Johann Elias Ridinger was a prominent German painter, engraver, and publisher, celebrated for his dynamic and highly detailed animal prints and hunting scenes. He worked in Augsburg and his prolific body of work became a primary visual source for natural history, hunting, and equestrian subjects in 18th-century Europe. His illustrations are renowned for their anatomical accuracy and lively compositions.

Artist or Maker: Johann Elias Ridinger 

Dimensions: Approximately 25 x 18 cm 

Medium: Engraving 

Date: c. 1740

Condition Report:
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