Zittende beer, van voren, één poot om een kom 1664

This etching by Marcus de Bye, created in 1664, depicts a bear in a naturalistic setting. The bear is shown sitting and drinking from a bowl, its fur rendered with meticulous detail. The composition is simple yet effective, showcasing the bear as the central figure against a backdrop of hills and a distant landscape. The artist's skillful use of light and shadow adds depth and realism to the image, highlighting the animal's form and texture. This work exemplifies the Dutch tradition of animal studies and is now part of the Rijksmuseum collection in Amsterdam.