Hundene kommer med Mikkel 1880s

Adolph Kittendorff created this print, Hundene kommer med Mikkel, using etching techniques, in the 19th century. This was a time when the Danish bourgeoisie increasingly engaged with nature and country life. Here we see a fox, desperately trying to escape a pack of hunting dogs and hunters in the background. In this period, hunting was not merely a sport but a display of power and status, deeply rooted in the social hierarchy. The act of hunting highlights the relationship between humans and animals, where animals are often seen as resources to be controlled. The intensity of the chase elicits a visceral, emotional response. We are confronted with the life-and-death stakes faced by the fox. Consider how Kittendorff presents a narrative that both celebrates the hunt and evokes a sense of empathy for the hunted. What does it say about our relationship with the natural world?