Fyt was born in Antwerp, visiting Italy in his early twenties. He specialised in still life and hunting scenes. Other versions of this particular composition are in the Alte Pinakotek, Munich, and in Geneva. This is a major work which has been at Temple Newsam since the 1760s. In 1854, Dr. Waagen characterised it as 'a spirited chef-d'oeuvre of this excellent master'. It hung on one of the long south walls and is documented there in old photographs.
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Title of artwork, date
The Boar Hunt, 1648–1650
Date supported
1992
Medium and material
Oil on canvas
Dimensions
207 x 305 cm
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