Stan Davis (American, b. 1942) Smoke of Many Teepees, 1989 Oil on canvas Canvas: 30” x 40” Frame: 40.25” x 50.25”
Signed and Dated Lower Left: 1989 • Ⓒ • davis Verso: Titled: “The Smoke of Many Teepees”
Against a majestic mountain expanse, a cowboy and Indigenous American engage in unhurried discourse while looking across a sun-drenched horizon. The cowboy’s nonchalant pose, mug in hand, contrasts with the vigilant stance of the third figure tending to the horses. Golden hues and soft shadows evoke the tranquil ambiance of dusk, while intricate detailing brings the landscape to life. Provenance: Hindman, The Laumeister Collection of Western and Wildlife Art, Part I, August 29, 2023, Lot 124 Private Collection, Utah
