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

Parforce Hunt: The Jump
Artist: Angelo Jank (1868–1940)
Year: ca. 1910–1915
Technique: Oil on canvas
Dimensions: 78 x 58 cm (including frame)
Object description
This impressive work by the German master Angelo Jank captures the pure essence of traditional European hound hunting (parforce). The composition bursts with overwhelming energy and immortalizes the decisive moment of a leap over a natural obstacle – an explosion of movement and raw power.
Artistic details:
Dynamism: Jank, famous for his masterful portrayal of horses, knows better than almost anyone how to convey the muscle tension and the determination of the animal in mid-jump. The viewer is drawn right into the action.
Color and atmosphere: The color palette is mature and characteristic of the Munich Academy period. Natural tones allow the red hunter’s coat and the anatomical details of the accompanying pack (dogs) to stand out vividly.
Technique: The brushstroke is sure and powerful, typical of Jank’s style, which combined academic discipline with a modern, almost illustrative note – a style that also made him famous for 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 from the renowned Cologne art salon Abels on the back. This provenance guarantees that the work was part of an elite selection in the past and serves as a seal of authenticity and quality.
With the representative dimensions of 78 x 58 cm and the matching period frame, this work is an ideal collectible piece. It represents a premier investment for lovers of equine painting, hunting scenes, and collectors who appreciate the Munich School’s significance in European art history.
The frame visible in the photo is included as a service and is not an integral part of the artwork. Any damage to the frame does not constitute a valid reason for complaints or order cancellations.