Angelo Jank (1868–1940) - Parforcejagd: Der Sprung

Parforce Hunt: The Leap
Artist: Angelo Jank (1868–1940)
Year: circa 1910–1915
Technique: Oil on canvas
Dimensions: 78 x 58 cm (including frame)
Subject description
This impressive work by the German master Angelo Jank captures the pure essence of traditional European parforce hunting. The composition brims with overwhelming energy and commemorates the pivotal moment of a leap over a natural obstacle—an explosion of movement and raw power.
Artistic details:
Dynamics: Jank, renowned for his masterful depiction of horses, understands how to convey muscle tension and the animal’s determination mid-jump like hardly anyone else. The observer is drawn right into the action.
Color and atmosphere: The color palette is mature and characteristic of the Munich Academy era. Natural tones make the rider’s red hunting coat and the anatomical details of the accompanying pack (dogs) vividly stand out.
Technique: The brushwork is confident and powerful, typical of Jank’s style, which fused academic rigor with a modern, almost illustrative note—a style that also made him famous through his work for the magazine “Jugend.”
Provenance and collector value
A distinctive feature that gives this painting exceptional documentary and financial value is the original label of the renowned art salon Abels from Cologne on the back. This provenance guarantees that the work was in the past part of an elite selection and serves as a seal of authenticity and quality.
With the representative dimensions of 78 x 58 cm and the corresponding period frame, this work is an ideal collectible piece. It represents a first-class investment for enthusiasts of equine painting, hunting scenes, and collectors who appreciate the significance of the Munich School in European art history.
The frame visible in the photo is supplied as a service and is not an integral part of the artwork. Any damage to the frame is not a valid reason for complaints or cancellations of the order.