A finely engraved sporting print entitled “Smoking Wolves from their Earths / Chasse des Loups dans leurs Tanières”, published on 1 September 1806 by Edward Orme, Printseller to His Majesty, at 59 Bond Street, London. Combining dramatic subject matter with accomplished engraving, the print forms part of the rich tradition of sporting and hunting imagery that flourished in Britain during the late Georgian period.
The composition depicts a group of hunters attempting to drive wolves from their dens by introducing smoke into the entrances of their earths. Set within a rugged and picturesque landscape of rocky outcrops and woodland, the scene captures a moment of anticipation as hunters and dogs gather around the den while smoke rises from the entrance. The artist successfully balances narrative action with an atmospheric rendering of the natural environment, creating a composition that is both visually engaging and historically evocative.
The subject reflects hunting practices that were once employed throughout parts of continental Europe, where wolves posed a significant threat to livestock and game populations. Such scenes held considerable fascination for British audiences, who viewed them as both adventurous sporting subjects and glimpses into the customs of foreign lands. The bilingual title, presented in English and French, further reflects the international market for sporting prints during the period.
Reference Number: B12334d
A finely engraved sporting print entitled “Smoking Wolves from their Earths / Chasse des Loups dans leurs Tanières”, published on 1 September 1806 by Edward Orme, Printseller to His Majesty, at 59 Bond Street, London. Combining dramatic subject matter with accomplished engraving, the print forms part of the rich tradition of sporting and hunting imagery that flourished in Britain during the late Georgian period.
The composition depicts a group of hunters attempting to drive wolves from their dens by introducing smoke into the entrances of their earths. Set within a rugged and picturesque landscape of rocky outcrops and woodland, the scene captures a moment of anticipation as hunters and dogs gather around the den while smoke rises from the entrance. The artist successfully balances narrative action with an atmospheric rendering of the natural environment, creating a composition that is both visually engaging and historically evocative.
The subject reflects hunting practices that were once employed throughout parts of continental Europe, where wolves posed a significant threat to livestock and game populations. Such scenes held considerable fascination for British audiences, who viewed them as both adventurous sporting subjects and glimpses into the customs of foreign lands. The bilingual title, presented in English and French, further reflects the international market for sporting prints during the period.
Reference Number: B12334d
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