De beer en de dieven 1876 - 1890

"De beer en de dieven" (The bear and the thieves), a comic strip by Victor A. Poirson, is a delightful example of early graphic storytelling. The image tells a humorous tale of thievery gone wrong, with six panels depicting a bear’s increasingly frustrating attempts to catch would-be thieves. Poirson’s hand-drawn characters and scenes are full of charm, highlighting the endearing clumsiness of both the bear and the hapless thieves. The artwork's whimsical nature makes it a fun and engaging piece for audiences of all ages, even those who might struggle with the Dutch text.