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The Rattlesnake
The Rattlesnake
The Rattlesnake

The Rattlesnake

Artist (American, 1861 - 1909)
Date1905, reworked 1908, cast posthumously c. 1918
Mediumcast bronze
Dimensions23 x 17 3/8 x 13 1/4 inches (58.4 x 44.1 x 33.7 cm)
Credit LineBequest of H.J. Lutcher Stark, 1965
Object number21.2.8
ClassificationsSculptures
DescriptionLarge version, cast number 81; cowboy on bronco, rattlesnake on ground.
Label TextRemington portrayed the dangers of cowboy life. In this sculpture, the small rattlesnake has struck fear in the powerful horse. The animal coils his forelegs to evade the snake. The cowboy bends his body in reaction and holds on tight. He uses his free hand to hold onto his hat, so there is confidence that he will prevail.
ProvenanceEdward Eberstadt & Sons, New York, New York; purchased December 27, 1957 by H.J. Lutcher Stark [1887-1965]; bequeathed September 2, 1965 to the Nelda C. and H.J. Lutcher Stark Foundation; accessioned to the Stark Museum of Art
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