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Bucking Bronco Ned Coy, a famous Dakota cowboy, starts out for the cattle round-u... 1888. Creator: John C. H. Grabill
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Bucking Bronco Ned Coy, a famous Dakota cowboy, starts out for the cattle round-u... 1888. Creator: John C. H. Grabill
Bucking Bronco. Ned Coy, a famous Dakota cowboy, starts out for the cattle round-up with his pet "Boy Dick." []. Cowboy on a bucking horse
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1880s American West Balance Balancing Bucking Bucking Bronco Copyspace Cowboy Frontier Grabill Grabill John C H John C John C H Grabill South Dakota United States Of America Wild Wild West Meeting Of Frontiers White And Black
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Bucking Bronco - Ned Coy, the Renowned Dakota Cowboy, Embarks on the Cattle Round-Up, 1888
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In this striking black-and-white photograph, the legendary Dakota cowboy, Ned Coy, sets off on his horse for the annual cattle round-up. The image, captured by renowned photographer John C.H. Grabill in 1888, showcases the raw and untamed spirit of the American frontier. Ned Coy, a man of rugged strength and determination, sits confidently atop his bucking horse, his body poised in perfect balance. His pet dog, Boy Dick, follows closely behind, adding a touch of companionship and domesticity to the scene. The vast, open landscape stretches out before them, a testament to the vastness and wildness of the American West. The meeting of man and nature is a common theme in the American West, and this photograph encapsulates that idea perfectly. The cowboy's solitary journey reflects the isolation and independence that characterized life on the frontier. The harsh conditions of the land and the unpredictability of the cattle made the work of a cowboy a daunting task, but one that Ned Coy and his ilk embraced with courage and tenacity. This photograph is a snapshot of a bygone era, a time when the American West was still largely untamed and the cowboy was a symbol of strength, resilience, and the American spirit. The image, taken from the collections of the Library of Congress, is a valuable historical document that offers a glimpse into the past and a reminder of the rich heritage and history of the American West. John C.H. Grabill's masterful use of light and shadow, combined with his keen eye for detail, make this an exceptional work of art. The photograph is a testament to the power of the image to transport us to another time and place, to give us a glimpse into the lives of those who came before us, and to remind us of the enduring legacy of the American West.
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