The Tables Turned

Discover the allure of art with our faithful reproduction of "The Tables Turned", originally brought to life by the talented William Holbrook Beard. Unlike posters or prints, our hand-painted oil painting breathes an unique sense of depth and texture into your space. Every detail, every stroke, and every texture is meticulously recreated, paying the perfect homage to William Holbrook Beard and his artistic vision.

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"The Tables Turned" is an 1872 oil-on-canvas painting by the American artist William Holbrook Beard, known for his often humorous depictions of animals in anthropomorphic settings. The painting measures 40 1/4 x 50 1/4 inches (102.2 x 127.6 cm) and is part of the collection at the Chrysler Museum of Art in Norfolk, Virginia.

In this satirical work, Beard presents a scene of role reversal where bears, dressed in human attire, are shown as the hunters, while humans are the hunted. The painting reflects a carnivalesque world where the natural order is upended, offering a critique of human society and the relationship between humans and nature. The bears are depicted engaging in activities typically associated with human hunters, such as playing cards, drinking, and smoking, as they gather around a campfire with their trophies – men hanging upside down, akin to hunted deer.

"The Tables Turned" is considered an example of Beard's allegorical style, where he used animals to comment on human behaviors and societal issues. The painting's title itself suggests a turning of fortunes or a reversal of roles, inviting viewers to contemplate the consequences of human actions on the environment and the animal kingdom. Beard's anthropomorphic art has been interpreted as a precursor to later environmental and conservationist thought, highlighting the moral and ethical implications of human dominion over nature.

William Holbrook Beard (1824–1900) was a member of the Hudson River School, a mid-19th century American art movement known for its realistic and detailed portrayals of the American landscape. However, Beard's work diverged from the typical landscapes of the movement, as he infused his paintings with narrative and humor, often at the expense of human pomposity and arrogance.

"The Tables Turned" remains a significant work in the oeuvre of William Holbrook Beard, illustrating his unique blend of realism and satire, and continues to be appreciated for its wit and its thought-provoking commentary on human-animal relationships.

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