The Duck Hunt
- Artist
- Pietro Longhi
- Date
- c.1760
- Style
- Rococo
- Genre
- Genre painting
- Location
- Querini Stampalia Foundation
"The Duck Hunt" is a charming genre painting capturing a lively outdoor scene. Executed in rich oil paints on a canvas, the artwork exhibits intricate detail and vibrant color typical of Rococo styles. Despite its playful subject matter, the painting subtly reflects the ornate elegance and lighthearted atmosphere associated with Rococo. The scene depicts hunters engaging with ducks in a pastoral setting, blending realistic characters with a sense of whimsy, characteristic of Rococo's emphasis on leisure and amusement.
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