Rodeo

1940

John Craig Sheppard

Associated Names
John Craig Sheppard

Artist, American, 1913 - 1978

Ira Eppler

Publisher, American, active 1930s - 1940s

This is a drawing of a rodeo arena with a bull at the center and fence posts surrounding. The drawing is rendered in black and white and depicts an action-filled rodeo scene. In the center, a bull is shown in a dynamic pose with limbs stretched, showcasing its muscles. Around the bull, a wooden fence structure encapsulates the scene, suggesting the confined space of an arena. The texture of the wooden posts is detailed, providing a sense of rustic roughness. The drawing uses strong lines and contrasting shadows to convey movement and energy within the composition.
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The Cimarron

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Wikidata ID

Q76554874

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