![]() ![]() ![]() Whilst looking decidely relaxed within this painting, as he enjoys some much needed leisure time which was only afforded to the rich and famous at that time, this was a man who would go onto hold some significant roles within European history. The hunter himself stands with gun in hand, looking confident in his surroundings, so perhaps he was a seasoned hunter at the time of this painting in the early 1630s. The sky above is light, but not so much as to saturate the rest of the scene in a way that unbalances the overall artwork. Beside them is a tree which fills most of the vertical space on the right hand side, with a landscape pictured behind them. The Cardinal looks directly at us, typical of Velazquez's portraits, whilst the dog looks off to our left. Both man and pet are tall and lean, perfectly suiting the aspect ratio of this artwork. Individuals of high rank or priviledge would dress very smartly for these outdoor pursuits and it would be a signficant social occasion, sometimes welcoming guests along too. The composition is a traditional hunting style, with man and dog, armed and ready. It can now be found in the collection of the Museo del Prado, Madrid. Published on J/ Updated on October 14, 2023Įmail: / Phone: +44 7429 011000 This tall portrait is almost two metres in length, and captures Cardinal Infante Don Fernando as a Hunter in around 1632-1633. Tom Gurney BSc (Hons) is an art history expert with over 20 years experience ![]()
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