Mid Century Modern 1981 The Singing Cowboy Sculpture Vintage

Mid Century Modern 1981 The Singing Cowboy Sculpture Vintage

Quantity:: 1 available for sale
Buy It Now For:: $70000.00
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Condition:: Used
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Seller Information: mcmart1976 (0)

Item Description

Item Details

UniSquare Item ID:

2422064

Condition:

Used

Artist:

Gary Mitchell

Color:

Black Welded Steel

Country/Region of Manufacture:

United States

Culture:

Contemperary / Modern Art

Date of Creation:

1981

Features:

Signed

Handmade:

Yes

Item Height:

32" H

Item Length:

10" D

Item Width:

19" W

Listed By:

Owner

Material:

Steel

Medium:

Hand‑welded and cold‑hammered steel

Original/Licensed Reproduction:

Original

Originality:

Original

Period:

Mid Century Mod

Placement:

Table

Production Technique:

Hand‑welded /Cold-hammered steel

Quantity Type:

Single-Piece Work

Region of Origin:

Signed:

Artist Stamped Signature

Size:

32" H x 19" W x 10" D

Style:

Americana

Subject:

Gary Mitchell

Theme:

Americana

Time Period Manufactured:

1980-1989

Time Period Produced:

1980-1989

Type:

Figurine

Unit of Sale:

Single Piece

Year of Production:

1981

Item Description

The Singing Cowboy (1981) — Welded Steel Sculpture by Gary Mitchell
Open to serious offers • Direct inquiries welcome: [email protected]

Medium: Welded steel
Dimensions: 32" H × 19" W × 10" D
Estimated Market Range: $60,000–$90,000
Based on artist history, scale, construction method, subject matter, comparable Western figurative steel works, and documented provenance including private offers made in 1991 by Paul Elliott (V.P. Head of Creative, DreamWorks Animation Worldwide).

About the Sculpture
The Singing Cowboy is an expressive welded‑steel sculpture capturing the personality, movement, and musical spirit of the American West. Rendered in Gary Mitchell’s signature hammered‑steel technique, the figure embodies the charm and storytelling tradition central to Western art. The handcrafted textures and dynamic form highlight Mitchell’s engineering background and artistic creativity.

About the Artist — Gary Mitchell
B.S. Mechanical Engineering, UC Berkeley (1977)
M.F.A., UC Santa Barbara (1995)
Former aeronautical engineer in Palmdale, CA
50‑year career producing welded‑steel figurative and animal forms
Works held in public collections including:
• Delta State University (MS)
• City of Hot Springs (AR)
• City of Gillette (WY)
Longtime art professor and mentor to emerging sculptors

Provenance & Documentation
Private Michigan collection (1980s–present)
Submitted to the Smithsonian American Art Museum for curatorial review (2025)
Museum confirmed the sculpture and artist information were added to their internal research files
Additional provenance influence:
In 1991, Paul Elliott (DreamWorks Animation, global creative lead) made private offers on Mitchell’s sculptures, adding market credibility.

Condition
Stable vintage condition consistent with age. No known repairs.

Terms of Sale
Local pickup only in Michigan (exact location provided after buyer verification for safety)
Private viewings available by appointment after funds are verified by seller and bank.
Payment by bank wire transfer only, completed deposit before release
Buyer is responsible for freight/transport
Sold as‑is, standard for private art sales