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nicholas eggenhofer

Born 1897 Died 1985 Works span 1976–1976

Nicholas Eggenhofer: The Dean of Western Illustrators Nicholas Eggenhofer (December 5, 1897 – March 7, 1985) was a German-born American painter, illustrator, and sculptor who cemented his place as “the dean of Western illustrators.” His prolific output captured the spirit of the American frontier—cowboys, horses, Native Americans, and the rugged beauty of the landscapes—primarily through evocative paintings and detailed illustrations…

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1976

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1976

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