1977 Western Artist Jim Miller Bronze Sculpture-Rocky Mt. Bighorn Sheep 10/20

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1977 Artist Jim Miller Bronze Sculpture of Rocky Mountain Bighorn Sheep "Mountain Monarch"  10/20, 11 1/2" Tall, Signed & Personalized.  This original bronze sculpture is in very good condition, the green felt on the bottom has a little bit of wear.  The bronze is signed on the front directly below the animal on the rock "Mountain Monarch, Jim Miller copyright 10/20 To my friend Clark Sutherland '77". The bronze & wood base measure 11 1/2" tall, 7" deep and 6 3/4" at its widest.  It weighs 9 pounds & 4 ounces.  The bronze is on a rich wood base that is 2" high. On the front of the wood base there's a brass plaque that says "Mountain Monarch by Jim Miller". The bronze is a realistic sculpture of a Rocky Mountain Bighorn sheep.  The bighorn is standing on a rock outcropping looking out at the view.  It is very realistic with lots of details & shows the majestic beauty of the bighorn sheep.
It's an amazing bronze sculpture from the very talented artist, Jim Miller, that will please any Western art or animal collector.  Who needs a Remington when you can have a Jim Miller bronze?
Jim Miller was born in 1924 in South Dakota, then his family moved to Missouri and later Oklahoma. Jim grew up in the Osage cattle country near Pawhuska & was inspired by the rough & tumble area as well as the Osage Indians.  He entered the Navy during World War ll after which he moved to Colorado to work in the coal mines, in timber & on ranches. While working, a tree fell on him & broke his back.  During his recuperation, he turned to leather working & painting. In the 1950's he went to an art show which featured bronze sculptures & his career as a sculptor began!  In 1973 he quit his job & began making his living in art. He believes each piece should tell a story. Jim's talent has resulted in hundreds of sculptures & paintings that have captured the heritage of the Southwest. His work provides enjoyment & memories that reach far beyond his art gallery located outside of Wilson, Oklahoma. This highly collectible bronze sculpture by the very talented artist, Jim Miller, which will make an important addition to any American Western Art collection.
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