Beer in een val 1846 - 1905

"Beer in een val" (Bear in a Trap) is a lithograph by Dutch artist Hendrik Adriaan Christiaan Dekker, created between 1846 and 1905. The detailed image depicts a bear caught in a trap in a woodland setting, showcasing Dekker's skill in capturing the animal's struggle and the surrounding natural environment. The lithograph's title and subject matter speak to the popular themes of hunting and animal encounters common in 19th-century art. The work reflects the interest in depicting wildlife and its relationship to humans, a theme prevalent in both art and literature of the time.