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Hunting for Wild Boar, c. 1515-35 (wool and silk thread)
3746291 Hunting for Wild Boar, c.1515-35 (wool and silk thread) by Netherlandish School (16th century); 337.8x251.5 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA; (add.info.: One of four Hunting Parks Tapestries (see XOS 3746292) featuring activities around an enclosed hunting park.
Produced for aristocratic homes, such tapestries depict a world of privilege. ); Netherlandish, out of copyright
Media ID 22970696
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Boar Deer Enclosed Enclosure Fauna Fence Hanging Hounds Hunters Labor Pigs Privilege Privileged Status Wall Hanging Weaving Woodcutter Woven Aristocrats Laborer Nobles
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Hunting for Wild Boar, c. 1515-35 - A Glimpse into the Privileged World of Aristocracy
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. This print showcases a remarkable tapestry titled "Hunting for Wild Boar" created by the Netherlandish School in the 16th century. Measuring an impressive 337.8x251.5 cm, this wool and silk thread masterpiece can be found at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York. Part of a series known as the Hunting Parks Tapestries, this particular artwork offers us a glimpse into the opulent world of aristocratic homes during medieval times. The tapestry depicts an enclosed hunting park where nobles engage in their favorite pastime - hunting wild boars. The intricate weaving technique beautifully captures every detail, from majestic castles and towering trees to vibrant flowers adorning the landscape. The presence of deer and other fauna adds to its authenticity, while dogs eagerly assist their noble masters on this thrilling hunt. Through this exquisite textile creation, we are transported back to a time when status was defined by one's ability to partake in such leisurely pursuits. It serves as a reminder that privilege often comes with labor and those who resided within these grand dwellings relied on skilled laborers like woodcutters and enclosures workers to maintain their luxurious lifestyle. As we admire this stunning piece of artistry, let us appreciate not only its aesthetic beauty but also recognize how it reflects societal structures and power dynamics prevalent during that
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