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This oil on canvas mounted on a wooden panel , dating from the second half of the 18th century , illustrates an animated scene of bear hunting, where two hunters face an imposing animal in a wild and rocky landscape. One of them, dressed in a lion skin , recalls the ancient representations of mythological heroes or emblematic figures of strength and courage. The dynamic composition and the palette of hot tones reinforce the intensity of the scene, while its golden frame Louis XVI curved on the upper part gives the whole a classic elegance. A remarkable decorative room for a refined interior.