Grizzly Bear 1950s wildlife book illustration bookplate Lee Ames vintage print

Dramatic color illustration of a large grizzly bear about to swipe at a man holding a knife, from the stated first edition of the 1958 book, Hoofs, Claws, and Antlers: The Story of American Big-Game Animals written by Harold McCracken and illustrated by Lee J. Ames, published by Garden City Books. Printed in the U.S.A. This is page 11 of the salvaged book and depicts "Old Ephraim, the grizzly," or Ursus horribilis. Colors included in the piece are brown, tan, blue, and green. Measures 12 1/8" high by 8 3/4" wide, suitable for custom framing (probably with a matboard). (Frame and matboard aren't included, just the art print.) This would be a compelling piece of art for anyone who loves grizzly bears, wildlife, nature, or big-game hunting. Condition: very good preowned condition; has faint imprint of bear footprint from opposing page above bear's head. About the artist: Lee Judah Ames (1921–2011) was an American artist noted for his learn-to-draw books. His first job at age eighteen was at Walt Disney Studios. His career spanned working as an advertising artist, fine artist, cartoonist, designer, animation in-betweener, illustrator, and as an artist-in residence at Doubleday. His 26 Draw 50... books take a friendly and minimalist approach to teaching drawing. [from Wikipedia] Thank you for your interest in our books, collectibles, and other items for sale on Poshmark! book salvage, nature core decor, 1950s, mid-century, hunting lodge decor, man vs. bear