Signed and dated in ink in the image

Bob Schrope "Daddy-O" Wade (American, 1943-2019) Two Rows of Cowgirls, 1999 Digital pigment print 20-1/2 x 29 inches (52.1 x 73.7 cm) (sight) Signed and dated in ink in the image Property sold to Benefit the Settlement Home for Children Austin, Texas An embodiment of the irreverent spirit at the heart of the Texas arts scene, Bob Schrope "Daddy-O" Wade was a renowned sculptor and installation artist known as a pioneer of the Texas Cosmic Cowboy counterculture. Wade's work, born in 1943, truly emerged as a vital part of the 1970s roadside attraction style, imbued with a peculiar blend of humor, creativity, and kitsch. Characterized by outsized, vibrant, and wildly imaginative sculptures - including the legendary 'World's Largest Cowboy Boots' in San Antonio - Wade possessed an uncanny knack for capturing the playful absurdity of Texas culture. His audacious approach to art anticipated the trend towards public spectacles and performance, propelling him to national prominence. In his passing in 2019, Bob "Daddy-O" Wade left behind an unrepeatable legacy defined by whimsy, rebellion, and a bold vision that symbolizes Texan eccentricity at its finest. HID12401132022 © 2024 Heritage Auctions | All Rights Reserved www.HA.com/TexasAuctioneerLicenseNotice

Overall excellent condition. A few hard creases visible upon closer inspection. Window mat is sealed shut on all sides, preventing further inspection of the full sheet and verso. Framed under glass measuring 30 x 38 inches.