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Combat d ours au temps du tsar Feodor I Ivanovich de Russie (ou Theodore I Ionovich, 1557-1598) (Bear Baiting at the time of tsar Feodor I of Russia)
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Combat d ours au temps du tsar Feodor I Ivanovich de Russie (ou Theodore I Ionovich, 1557-1598) (Bear Baiting at the time of tsar Feodor I of Russia)
FIA5374796 Combat d ours au temps du tsar Feodor I Ivanovich de Russie (ou Theodore I Ionovich, 1557-1598) (Bear Baiting at the time of tsar Feodor I of Russia). En hiver, un jeune homme affronte un ours brun, a main nues apres avoir ete desarme et blesse, il tente d etrangler l animal, encourage par des spectateurs perches derriere les murs de bois. Oeuvre de Viktor Mikhaylovich Vasnetsov (1848-1926), aquarelle sur papier, 1897. Art russe fin 19e siecle. Russian State Library, Moscou. by Vasnetsov, Victor Mikhailovich (1848-1926); Russian State Library, Moscow, Russia; Photo © Fine Art Images
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This print captures a dramatic scene from the time of Tsar Feodor I Ivanovich of Russia. In the midst of a snowy winter, a brave young man fearlessly confronts a powerful brown bear with his bare hands. Despite being disarmed and injured, he valiantly attempts to strangle the ferocious animal while encouraged by spectators perched behind wooden walls. The artwork, created by Viktor Mikhaylovich Vasnetsov in 1897, showcases his mastery of watercolor on paper. This piece exemplifies the finesse and skill of late 19th-century Russian art. Located in the Russian State Library in Moscow, this image transports viewers back to an era when duels between humans and wild animals were considered entertainment. The intensity of this encounter is heightened by the freezing winter backdrop, emphasizing both man's resilience and nature's formidable power. The black bears depicted symbolize not only wildlife but also serve as metaphors for strength and courage. The artist expertly captures their raw energy through vibrant colors that bring life to this historical moment. As we admire this remarkable artwork, let us appreciate its depiction of human determination amidst adversity while acknowledging that such spectacles are no longer acceptable today. This photograph serves as a reminder of our evolving relationship with nature and how our understanding has progressed over time.
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