Black Bears Collection

Nelson killing the polar bear (chromolitho)
2817221 Nelson killing the polar bear (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Nelson killing the polar bear)

Black Bear - cub in tree. Climbing tree provides safety for cub while mother is foraging about on forest floor
TOM-1203 Black Bear - cub in tree. Climbing tree provides safety for cub while mother is foraging about on forest floor. Minnesota

A courting pair of black bears (cinnamon or brown color phase is common among black bears)
TOM-1207 A courting pair of black bears (cinnamon or brown color phase is common among black bears) Yellowstone National Park, Montana, Western U.S.A. Spring

Black bear (Ursus americanus) sow nursing a spring cub, Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming, United States of America, North America

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Two black bears (Ursus americanus) playing, in captivity, Sandstone, Minnesota, United States of America, North America

Kermode Black Bear - Princess Royal Island, British Columbia. Sept. MA1991
TOM-1480 Kermode Black Bear Princess Royal Island, British Columbia. Sept. Ursus americanus kermodei Tom & Pat Leeson Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

The Bear Trainers (engraving)
3646521 The Bear Trainers (engraving) by Burgkmair, Hans (c.1473-1531) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Bear Trainers)

A Tragic bear hunt (colour litho)
3097543 A Tragic bear hunt (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Tragic bear hunt. Tragique Chasse A L Ours)

Bible of Royaumont, Old Testament: Children devores bears. Children making fun of Elisees baldness are torn by bears
XEE4138442 Bible of Royaumont, Old Testament: Children devores bears. Children making fun of Elisees baldness are torn by bears. Illustration from 1811

Young girl attacked by a bear in a Romanichel camp in Germany. Engraving. One of "The Little Journal
XEE4183778 Young girl attacked by a bear in a Romanichel camp in Germany. Engraving. One of " The Little Journal Illustrates", 1927. Private collection

In spite of the very harsh climate, there is no shortage of Italian soldiers of the Murmansk contingent
2808783 In spite of the very harsh climate, there is no shortage of Italian soldiers of the Murmansk contingent... (colour litho) by Beltrame

Noblemen watch combat of wild beasts in an indoor circus, illustration from Venationes, Ferarum, Avium
746962 Noblemen watch combat of wild beasts in an indoor circus, illustration from Venationes, Ferarum, Avium, Piscium (Of Hunting: Wild Beasts, Birds, Fish), engraved by Jan Collaert (1566-1628)

The new wild animal enclosure at the Jardin d Acclimatation, Paris (engraving)
2789381 The new wild animal enclosure at the Jardin d Acclimatation, Paris (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The surprises of zoos, orderly assaulted and seriously injured by a bear in the... (colour litho)
2815547 The surprises of zoos, orderly assaulted and seriously injured by a bear in the... (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info)

The cage of ferocious animals at the Jardin d Acclimatation (colour litho)
2818644 The cage of ferocious animals at the Jardin d Acclimatation (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Mischief of gypsies (colour litho)
2779328 Mischief of gypsies (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mischief of gypsies. A bear let loose in a field full of sheep. Mefait de romanichels)

A play in the Bears Pit in Bern (colour litho)
2808890 A play in the Bears Pit in Bern (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: A play in the Bear Pit, in Bern)

A Real Battle Between The Villagers And A Gypsy Caravan, Near Cologne (colour litho)
2798463 A Real Battle Between The Villagers And A Gypsy Caravan, Near Cologne (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info)

A Crowd watching Bear-baiting in a Town Square, (oil on canvas)
827800 A Crowd watching Bear-baiting in a Town Square, (oil on canvas) by Hondius, Abraham Danielsz. (c.1625-95); 77.5x87.3 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Silk Robe, 1926 (colour etching)
1195044 Silk Robe, 1926 (colour etching) by Icart, Louis (1888-1950); 38x47 cm; Private Collection; Photo © Christies Images

Ancient Rome: Criminals being attacked by wild animals, 1866 (coloured engraving)
XEE702500 Ancient Rome: Criminals being attacked by wild animals, 1866 (coloured engraving) by Leutemann, Heinrich (1824-1905); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Feeding of the Five Thousand (oil on panel)
XIR209258 The Feeding of the Five Thousand (oil on panel) by Patenier or Patinir, Joachim (1487-1524); Monasterio del Escorial, Madrid, Spain; (add.info.: The multiplication of bread and fish; )

A traveller in turban plays dead while attacked by a bear. 1811 (etching)
7235861 A traveller in turban plays dead while attacked by a bear. 1811 (etching) by Howitt, Samuel (1756-1822); (add.info.: A traveller in turban plays dead while attacked by a bear)

A brown bear attacked by an army of bees. 1811 (etching)
7235829 A brown bear attacked by an army of bees. 1811 (etching) by Howitt, Samuel (1756-1822); (add.info.: A brown bear attacked by an army of bees after overturning their hives in a garden)

Lion, bear, wolf and fox fight over the carcass of a deer. 1811 (etching)
7235853 Lion, bear, wolf and fox fight over the carcass of a deer. 1811 (etching) by Howitt, Samuel (1756-1822); (add.info.: A lion stands with its left foreleg on the belly of a deer)

The Valley of the Shadow of Death by James Gillray, published 24 September 1808
BRO43272 The Valley of the Shadow of Death by James Gillray, published 24 September 1808 by Gillray, James (1757-1815); Private Collection; (add.info)

Cartoon of Theodore Teddy Roosevelt refusing to shoot a bear cub, 1902 (litho)
PNP254464 Cartoon of Theodore Teddy Roosevelt refusing to shoot a bear cub, 1902 (litho) by Berryman, Clifford K. (1869-1949); Private Collection; (add.info)

Brown bear, Ursus arcto, foraging in a mountain forest. 1807 (aquatint)
7237454 Brown bear, Ursus arcto, foraging in a mountain forest. 1807 (aquatint) by Daniell, William (1769-1837); Private Collection; (add.info.: Brown bear, Ursus arcto)

Teasing Tom (colour litho)
7157000 Teasing Tom (colour litho) by Hassall, John (1868-1948) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Teasing Tom. Illustration from Six and Twenty Boys and Girls (Blackie & Son Limited, London)

Les animaux malades de la plague - The Animals Sick of the Plague (Collection 2, Book 7)
XEE4161974 Les animaux malades de la plague - The Animals Sick of the Plague (Collection 2, Book 7, fable 2) - engraving from " A Hundred Fables of La Fontaine" Illustrated by Percy J

La Lionne et l Ourse - The Lioness and the Bear (Collection 2, Book 10, fable 12)
XEE4161825 La Lionne et l Ourse - The Lioness and the Bear (Collection 2, Book 10, fable 12) - engraving from " A Hundred Fables of La Fontaine" Illustrated by Percy J

The magic purse. Folk tale. Illustration of Vaccari and Carrey in "Les beaux tales"collection "Nos
XEE4181689 The magic purse. Folk tale. Illustration of Vaccari and Carrey in " Les beaux tales" collection " Nos loisirs" around 1910. Private collection

Once when attacked by a she-bear he choked her with his bare hands, illustration from A History of Germany by H. E
STC232158 Once when attacked by a she-bear he choked her with his bare hands, illustration from A History of Germany by H.E. Marshall, 1913 (colour litho) by Michael, Arthur C

At the British Museum, London (chromolitho)
7184879 At the British Museum, London (chromolitho) by Thompson, George Henry (1853-1933); Private Collection; (add.info.: At the British Museum, London)

In Trafalgar Square, London (chromolitho)
7184878 In Trafalgar Square, London (chromolitho) by Thompson, George Henry (1853-1933); Private Collection; (add.info.: In Trafalgar Square, London)

Jumbo views the skyscrapers, New York City (chromolitho)
7184877 Jumbo views the skyscrapers, New York City (chromolitho) by Thompson, George Henry (1853-1933); Private Collection; (add.info.: Jumbo views the skyscrapers, New York City)

Landing in America (chromolitho)
7184876 Landing in America (chromolitho) by Thompson, George Henry (1853-1933); Private Collection; (add.info.: Landing in America)

In other circumstances he laughs on the other side of his face! (colour litho)
7181009 In other circumstances he laughs on the other side of his face! (colour litho) by Echau, Joaquin Xaudaru y (1872-1933); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Lion Going To War (Recueil 1, Book 5, fable 19) - engraving from "A Hundred Fables of La
XEE4161906 The Lion Going To War (Recueil 1, Book 5, fable 19) - engraving from " A Hundred Fables of La Fontaine" Illustrated by Percy J

M. Latrompe crushes the tail of M. Lion, who shouts peacock, illustration of the childrens book "Les animaux en
LSE4332836 M. Latrompe crushes the tail of M.Lion, who shouts peacock, illustration of the childrens book " Les animaux en train de plaisir", by J.Jacquin, drawing by G.H.Thompson

Monsieur Hippos calecon could hardly be used for an aphid, illustration of the childrens book "Les animaux en
LSE4332833 Monsieur Hippos calecon could hardly be used for an aphid, illustration of the childrens book " Les animaux en train de plaisir", by J.Jacquin, drawing by G.H.Thompson

Ah! My heart hurts! murmure madame Hippo, illustration of childrens book "Les animaux en train de plaisir"
LSE4332832 Ah! My heart hurts! murmure madame Hippo, illustration of childrens book " Les animaux en train de plaisir", by J.Jacquin, drawing by G.H.Thompson, edition Hachette et Cie, 1885

Too late! The crocodile has raised the anchor! What a miserable look they do
LSE4332820 Too late! The crocodile has raised the anchor! What a miserable look they do!, illustration of the book for children " Les animaux en train de plaisir", by J.Jacquin

General Toptygin - Un ours avec une museliere, installe dans un traineau tire par trois chevaux (troika)
FIA5382017 General Toptygin - Un ours avec une museliere, installe dans un traineau tire par trois chevaux (troika), d apres une histoire de Nicolas (Nikolai) Nekrassov (1821-1877)

Traditional colour woodcut Illustration of a story about a bear and a goat. Russian c. 1830 (engraving)
5669679 Traditional colour woodcut Illustration of a story about a bear and a goat. Russian c.1830 (engraving) by Russian School, (19th century); Universal History Archive/UIG

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Black bears are fascinating creatures that can be found in various parts of North America, captivating both nature enthusiasts and photographers alike. In Minnesota's lush forests, a black bear cub seeks refuge high up in a tree while its mother scours the forest floor for food. The towering branches provide safety and solace to this adorable little one. In Yellowstone National Park, Montana, love is in the air as a courting pair displays their affectionate bond. With cinnamon or brown color phases commonly seen among these majestic animals, their courtship dance adds an extra touch of charm to the breathtaking scenery of springtime in the Western U. S. A. A heartwarming sight unfolds as a black bear sow nurses her precious spring cub. This tender moment showcases the nurturing instincts deeply ingrained within these remarkable creatures. It serves as a reminder of the strong maternal bonds that exist within the animal kingdom. Venturing further west to Princess Royal Island in British Columbia, we encounter an extraordinary subspecies known as Kermode Black Bears. These enchanting white-coated bears stand out against their lush surroundings and leave us awe-inspired by nature's diversity. Delving into history, we stumble upon an intriguing illustration from 1895 depicting Napoleon Bonaparte (referred to as "The Corsican bloodhound") being pursued by a formidable Russian bear. This artistic representation captures both imagination and symbolism, showcasing how even great leaders can face challenges beyond their control. Moving away from illustrations but still delving into human-bear encounters, we witness brave individuals who train and confront these powerful beings head-on. From bear trainers displaying incredible feats with these wild animals to daring hunters embarking on tragic expeditions through treacherous landscapes – humanity's relationship with bears has always been complex and multifaceted. Even ancient texts like Royaumont's Old Testament depict stories where children fall prey to bears or mock others' misfortunes only to suffer dire consequences themselves.