Who painted Reynard the Fox: Reynard Promises Honey to the Bear?

Reynard the Fox: Reynard Promises Honey to the Bear was painted by Allart van Everdingen in 1662.

Where can I see Reynard the Fox: Reynard Promises Honey to the Bear?

Reynard the Fox: Reynard Promises Honey to the Bear is held by Cleveland Museum of Art.

What movement is Reynard the Fox: Reynard Promises Honey to the Bear?

Reynard the Fox: Reynard Promises Honey to the Bear is associated with Baroque.

Can I buy a print of Reynard the Fox: Reynard Promises Honey to the Bear?

Museum-quality prints of Reynard the Fox: Reynard Promises Honey to the Bear are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Reynard the Fox: Reynard Promises Honey to the Bear

Allart van Everdingen , 1662

Reynard the Fox: Reynard Promises Honey to the Bear is a print by the Baroque artist Allart van Everdingen. It dates from 1662 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

Accession no.: 1982.179.9
Credit line: Gift of Ellen V. Kloppman in memory of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Bernard Vixseboxse

About this work

This painting shows a fox and a bear in a forest. The fox is promising honey to the bear. This scene is from a medieval story about a clever fox.

The story was popular in Europe, and artists liked to depict its characters. You can learn more about this style by looking at the work of artist: Allart van Everdingen (Dutch, 1621–1675)

Overview

Reynard the Fox: Reynard Promises Honey to the Bear is a 1662 etching by Dutch Golden Age artist Allart van Everdingen, part of a series based on medieval fables of Reynard the Fox, a popular European art subject.

Subject & Meaning

The etching depicts a pivotal moment from the fable where the cunning fox, Reynard, deceives a bear with a false promise of honey, illustrating a recurring satirical theme of deception.

Technique & Style

Created using etching, a technique characteristic of van Everdingen's practice, the work showcases his skill in capturing narrative scenes with precision and detail.

History & Provenance

The piece is part of The Cleveland Museum of Art's collection, highlighting its preservation and accessibility for study and appreciation.

Context

Part of a broader European artistic trend, the work reflects the popularity of Reynard the Fox fables as a subject for satirical storytelling in 17th-century art.

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Artist

Allart van Everdingen

Allaert van Everdingen (Dutch pronunciation:; bapt. 18 June 1621 – 8 November 1675 (buried)), was a Dutch Golden Age painter and printmaker in etching and mezzotint.