Original color poster for Buffalo Bill’s Wild West, 28.5 x 39, depicting
Cody proudly sitting atop his trusty steed Isham, with the US and
French flags behind him. Artwork was originally done by English painter
and sculptor Adrian Jones, and bears his printed signature and a 1903
date at the bottom. Poster also bears a manufacturer’s mark for the
Parisian printer Weiner. in the lower right, and a partial Buffalo Bill
Cody oval stamp to the upper right. Poster has been professionally
linen-backed and professionally restored in some areas, including the
entire lower border, and several other small border areas. Framed to an
overall size of 31.5 x 42. In very good condition, with aforementioned
areas of restoration, light intersecting folds, and some dampstaining
along top edge. The Plexiglas has a couple of scattered scratches.
Cody’s European tours established him as an international celebrity,
performing for sold-out crowds and members of royalty, including King
Edward VII. Poster originates from the personal collection of Bert
Padell, financial advisor to the stars. Oversized. RR Auction CO
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