A 'Bear' Chance by Philip Russell Goodwin. A large brown bear sits in a snowy forest clearing, leaning over and investigating a wooden box marked 'Cream of Wheat'.

A 'Bear' Chance

Philip Russell Goodwin

1907 · Oil Paint, Canvas

A charming and spirited 1907 wildlife scene of a bear in a snowy forest by Philip Russell Goodwin.

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Where it works

A measured, grounding piece with softened warm notes — holds a wall without competing for attention.

Often works in
Living Room · Study · Library
Placement
Reads naturally where the wall has more height than width
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Benefits from a distinct wall tone
Color notes
Soft white, Soft gray, Charcoal black

About the piece

Painted in 1907 by the renowned wildlife artist Philip Russell Goodwin, this oil on canvas work captures a moment of curious encounter in the wild. A large, richly textured brown bear is the focal point, set against a stark, snowy landscape and a line of evergreen trees. The bear's interaction with a discarded wooden crate adds a touch of narrative character to this classic North American wildlife scene.

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