Beagle or Braque du Bourbonnais (Canis lupus familiaris)

Anselmus Boëtius de Boodt, 1596 - 1610

Hunting was a favorite pastime at the court of Rudolf II, and hunting dogs were an important part of the emperor’s household. The typical stance for these breeds of gundogs is well-observed and captured. The artist skillfully applied colour nuances in the dog’s fur and used the tip of his brush for some white highlights to emphasize his shiny coat.

  • Artwork typedrawing
  • Object numberRP-T-BR-2017-1-1-49
  • Dimensionsheight 198 mm x width 174 mm
  • Physical characteristicspenseel in waterverf en dekverf in kleuren, gehoogd met witte dekverf, enkele lijnen in potlood