Deux Ours

karlbodmer

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"Deux Ours" is a lithograph by Karl Bodmer, known for his detailed depictions of Native American life and landscapes. The artwork features two bears, one climbing a tree and the other descending, with a lush forest backdrop. The realistic portrayal of the animals and their surroundings highlights Bodmer's skill as a naturalist artist, capturing the essence of the American wilderness. Bodmer’s work, often created during his travels with the explorer Prince Maximilian of Wied-Neuwied, offers valuable insight into the fauna and flora of the American West in the 19th century.