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America. An artist in the Far West. Been looking for you
Two cowboys in fringed jackets having an argument, one then shoots the other dead. This subject, shoot first, ask questions later, appeared many times in British magazines in the nineteenth century, contrasting with British coutesy and manners. Date: 1874
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1874 Appeared Argument Contrasting Cowboys Dead Fringed Jackets Magazines Manners Questions Shoot Shoots Subject Times
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This print captures a moment in American history that is both intriguing and unsettling. Two cowboys, clad in fringed jackets, are engaged in a heated argument that quickly escalates into violence. In a split second decision, one of the men draws his gun and shoots the other dead.
The scene depicted here reflects a common theme of the Wild West - shoot first, ask questions later. This mentality was often romanticized in British magazines during the nineteenth century, contrasting sharply with their own values of courtesy and manners.
The artist behind this powerful image has skillfully captured the tension and drama of this tragic event. The details in the cowboy's attire and expressions on their faces transport us back to 1874 America, where life on the frontier was unpredictable and dangerous.
As we gaze upon this historical snapshot, we are reminded of the complexities of America's past - a land shaped by conflict, ambition, and untamed spirit. It serves as a poignant reminder of how far we have come as a nation, yet also how much remains unchanged in human nature.
This print is not just an artistic representation but a window into our shared history - one that continues to fascinate and provoke contemplation centuries later.
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