Toy Bank: Hunter Shooting Bear c. 1938

Einar Heiberg's 1938 watercolor, "Toy Bank: Hunter Shooting Bear," depicts a stylized hunter and bear, likely a toy bank design. This whimsical artwork presents the hunter in a dynamic pose, aiming his rifle at the bear. The bear stands on a tree stump, its mouth agape as it confronts the hunter. The vibrant colors and detailed brushstrokes bring the toy bank's design to life, suggesting the artist’s interest in capturing the innocence and charm of childhood playthings. The work demonstrates Heiberg's fascination with both realistic and fantastical elements.