PO hidtc 41 Kurt G Blüchel (1934-)

The composition presents a scene of medieval hunting, rendered in a style characteristic of illuminated manuscripts or tapestries. Here we see a mounted huntsman engaged in pursuit of a wild boar. The boar is depicted with considerable ferocity, its mouth agape and tusks bared as it charges forward. A smaller dog, presumably part of the hunting party, is also visible, nipping at the boar’s hindquarters.
The huntsman, clad in blue garments and a red hat, wields a sword, poised to strike. He sits atop a white horse, which appears agitated by the chase, its head turned towards the boar. To the left of the huntsman, another figure is positioned on horseback; this individual holds a horn aloft, likely signaling or celebrating the hunt. The attire suggests nobility or high social standing for both figures.
The background consists of stylized trees with rounded foliage, rendered in shades of green and brown against a warm, ochre-toned ground. This limited palette contributes to the overall flatness of the image, typical of medieval artistic conventions where depth is not prioritized.
Beyond the literal depiction of a hunt, subtexts relating to power, control, and social hierarchy are evident. The boar, representing untamed nature, is being subdued by human force – symbolizing dominion over the natural world. The presence of multiple hunters and the celebratory horn suggest that this is not merely a practical pursuit for sustenance but also a display of aristocratic leisure and prowess. The scene likely served to reinforce societal structures and the role of the elite in controlling resources and demonstrating their authority. The stylized nature of the figures and setting further emphasizes the symbolic rather than realistic intent of the work.