Bear Stung by Bees

1865-1895

William Holbrook Beard

Associated Names
William Holbrook Beard

Artist, American, 1824 - 1900

This is an illustration of a bear reclining next to several beehives. A bear is lying on its back with one paw touching its head, appearing relaxed. Some beehives are placed on a bench, with one hive overturned. The background includes thick foliage and a wooden fence, creating a tranquil setting. The drawing features fine lines to depict various textures such as fur, wood, and leaves, capturing a peaceful moment in a natural setting.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    pen and black ink over graphite on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Corcoran Collection

  • Dimensions

    sheet: 20.32 × 25.4 cm (8 × 10 in.)

  • Accession Number

    2015.19.2925

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

John and Virginia Metz, Marriottsville, Maryland; Corcoran Gallery of Art, Washington, DC, 1986; acquired 2015 by the National Gallery of Art

Associated Names

Inscriptions

left verso in graphite by unknown hand: [symbol] / How doth [not deciphered] Pitt [cut off]

Wikidata ID

Q64637497

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