Vintage C.M. Russell The Range Father Bronze-Finish Statue Dave Grossman Design For Sale

Up for sale is a beautiful vintage 1982 authorized reproduction of the iconic Western sculpture \"The Range Father\" by the legendary frontier artist Charles Marion Russell (1864–1926).This edition was produced by Dave Grossman Designs, Inc. in 1982, issued in cooperation with the National Cowboy Hall of Fame and Western Heritage Center. The dynamic piece vividly depicts a wild stallion fiercely defending his herd from a predatory wolf.Inscriptions & Authenticity: Features the molded incised \"C.M. Russell\" signature and steer head cypher directly into the base. It retains its original brass identification placard on the front and the barcode inventory sticker underneath the wooden base.Dimensions: Measures approximately 15.5\" L x 7\" W x 6.5\" H.Weight: Statue alone weighs 5 lbs 8.9 oz. Total packed shipping weight will be approximately 7.5 to 8 lbs to allow for heavy-duty bubble wrap and a secure box.Condition Details:• Overall Condition: Good vintage condition, structurally sound with no cracks or broken pieces.• Surface Wear & Flaws: There is minor surface wear and light white/grayish residue or oxidation in the deep crevices of both figures.• Paint/Finish Loss: The flank/shoulder area of the stallion shows some small speckles of finish loss and superficial scuffing where the dark bronze patina has worn down, revealing lighter spots underneath. The rear hip of the wolf also shows minor scuffing and finish rub from handling over the years. Please review all close-up photos carefully to evaluate the surface finish.