The “Bear Dance.” By William Holbrook Beard (1825-1900) symbolizes financial investors celebrating a windfall. Known for his humorously anthropomorphized animals, Beard satirized businessmen, scientists, politicians and other professionals. With marksmanship as accurate as it is funny, Beard’s satirical paintings are equally witty and thought provoking.
William Holbrook Beard (1825-1900) is known for his caricatures and for humorously anthropomorphized animals. Through his inventiveness and originality, he satirized businessmen, scientists, politicians and other professionals. With marksmanship as accurate as it is funny, Beard’s satirical paintings are equally witty and thought-provoking. Despite his lack of formal art training, the self-taught Beard’s work was greatly en vogue.
This finely crafted wall tapestry is made in the USA by skilled artisans, using Jacquard looms and pure cotton yarn. An iron rod and finial are included, in addition to brackets and hardware for easy hanging.