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Cattlemen killing sheep in Colorado, late 1800s
Cattlemens raid on sheepherders in Colorado during the livestock range wars, late 1800s.
Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration
North Wind Picture Archives brings history to life with stock images and hand-colored illustrations
Media ID 5877062
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America Animal Battle Camp Cattle Colorado Crime Dispute Herd Kill Lawless Lawlessness Live Stock Mob Violence Outlaw Pasture Plains Prairie Raid Raider Ranch Ranching Sheep Violence West Western Wild West Rancher Range Land Sheep Herder
14"x16" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x10" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 35.6cm (16" x 14")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This hand-colored woodcut print captures a tumultuous chapter in American history - the infamous livestock range wars of late 1800s Colorado. The image depicts a scene of intense conflict between cattlemen and sheepherders, revealing the deep-rooted animosity that existed on the western frontier. In this chaotic tableau, cattlemen are shown ruthlessly killing sheep as they launch a raid on their rivals' camp. The illustration vividly portrays the lawlessness and violence that plagued these disputes over grazing rights and land ownership. It serves as a poignant reminder of the challenges faced by ranchers during this era. The artist's attention to detail transports us back to the untamed prairies of Colorado, where cowboys clashed with shepherds in an epic battle for control over valuable pastureland. This visual depiction encapsulates not only the clash between two industries but also symbolizes larger themes such as tradition, heritage, and conflicting visions for America's future. As we examine this historical artifact today, it offers us a glimpse into our nation's past - one marked by fierce competition, crime, and mob violence. It reminds us of how far we have come in terms of resolving conflicts peacefully and establishing laws to protect both animals and livelihoods. This remarkable piece of art from North Wind Picture Archives is an invaluable testament to an era when ranching defined life on the wild western plains – forever etching its place in American history books.
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