This Brazilian soapstone image of a mother bear protecting her young is called Bear Bundle. Bear cubs are generally born in January or February. They are very small, about 10-14 ounces, and are blind, nearly hairless, and helpless when born. Two to three cubs are most common, though up to four and even five cubs have been documented. First-time mothers typically have only a single cub. The mother nurses the cubs with rich milk, and by spring thaw, when the bears start leaving their dens, the cubs are fur-balls of energy, inquisitive and playful.

The inspiration for this carving came out of something similar created in sand on a beach during a family vacation. This work is not for sale.