Polar bear watercolor with charcoal, 1925–35
Nr. 2762 | 4.850,--Euro
Polar Bear on an Ice Floe
Watercolor with charcoal. Signed: “Fernand Bégue”
The background is deliberately reduced and softly blurred, making the polar bear seem to almost emerge from the mist or wind. This is a typical characteristic of Bégue’s decorative realism. Indeed, this results in a striking depiction of the polar bear.
No. 2762 Height: 116 | 64 cm | Width: 100 | 48 cm
France, circa 1925-35.
The French painter Fernand Bégue specialized in animal depictions, particularly of animals such as the polar bear.
This painting is a magnificent example of his skill. It showcases the elegance of the polar bear.
Fernand Bégué, “Polar Bear”
Fernand Bégué, a prominent artist of the Art Deco period, created a masterful depiction of an animal with his work “Polar Bear” between 1925 and 1935. It combines both visual and stylistic qualities. The gouache and watercolor techniques on paper lend the image a special nuance, bringing a vibrancy that immerses the viewer in the icy habitat of this majestic animal.
The clear contours of the polar bear’s silhouette testify to Bégué’s precise eye for detail. They also demonstrate his ability to capture the animal’s elegance and strength in every line. Combined with the serene ice landscape that serves as the background, a harmonious composition emerges, conveying both tranquility and a sense of grandeur. The subtly nuanced gray and beige tones not only enhance the textural richness of the work but also contribute to the timeless quality of this depiction.
“Polar Bear” is more than just a decorative animal print; it is a striking testament to the interwar period. This era was characterized by a pursuit of clarity, geometry, and a return to the fundamental forms of nature. Bégué perfectly captures this aesthetic and unites it in an image that feels both nostalgic and modern.
Overall, this work reflects the elegant rigor of Art Deco, both in its composition and its choice of colors. It invites the viewer to contemplate the beauty of nature and the relationship between humans and animals.
Another animal work is this Art Déco painting „Jungle“.
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