Man Tying up a Bear 1906

"Man Tying up a Bear" is a bronze sculpture by Danish artist Carl Bonnesen, created in 1906. This small, but detailed work, currently housed at the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst, depicts a primitive man subduing a bear. Bonnesen, known for his naturalistic sculptures, captures the struggle and tension of the scene with powerful realism. The artist's keen observation of anatomy is evident in the muscular forms of both man and animal, while the bronze's rich patina adds depth and texture to the piece. The sculpture evokes themes of survival, strength, and the relationship between humans and nature.