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Woodblock, This image is a woodblock print titled
"Busted" by the American artist Lon Megargee (1883-1960).
About the Artist and Artwork
Artist: Lon Megargee was a painter, illustrator, and printmaker known for his Western-themed art. He is often referred to as "Arizona's first cowboy artist".
Medium: Megargee explored various mediums, with printmaking being a significant part of his work. He was drawn to the black and white contrast of block prints, which he felt captured the "bold American West".
Series: The print is part of a larger body of work, with many of his prints being featured in his book titled "The Cowboy Builds a Loop," which included 28 images and poems.
Subject Matter: Megargee's work was inspired by his firsthand experience as a cowboy in Arizona after he ran away from home at age 13. His art often depicts ranch life, cowboys, and the landscape of the Southwest |
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