The Bear Assaulted by the Peasants

probably c. 1645/1656

Allart van Everdingen

Associated Names
Allart van Everdingen

Artist, Dutch, 1621 - 1675

This is a drawing of figures engaging in an activity involving tools and animals. The scene is populated with a group of figures participating in various tasks. Implement such as axes, hammers, and farming tools are shown. In the foreground, there is a woolly animal. The background is detailed and shaded. Lighting and shading emphasize the figures and actions, creating a dynamic moment.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching

  • Credit Line

    Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund

  • Accession Number

    1973.15.170

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Dutuit, Vol. (Le Renard, no. 11

Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1884

  • Dutuit, Eugène. Manuel de l'amateur d'estampes. Vol. I, IV-VI. Paris: A Levy, 1884-1885. Reprint. Amsterdam: G.W. Hissink, 1970-1972.

Wikidata ID

Q65565079

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