Frederic Remington

Frederic Remington was an American artist known for his depictions of the American Old West, focusing on scenes from the late 19th century and featuring cowboys, American Indians, and the U.S. Cavalry.

Painter

October 4, 1861

Libra

December 26, 1909

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Canton, New York

Frederic Sackrider Remington (1861–1909) was a multifaceted American artist and writer known for his focus on the American Old West. He specialized in portraying scenes from the late 19th century in the Western United States, often featuring cowboys, American Indians, and the U.S. Cavalry. Among his most renowned works are the bronze sculptures “The Bronco Buster” and “The Scalp”, as well as paintings like “A Dash for the Timber” and “The Fall of the Cowboy”. In addition to his artistic pursuits, Remington co-founded the publishing firm Munn & Company and served as a war correspondent during the Spanish-American War. Some of his other notable creations include “Fight for the Waterhole”, “Aiding a Comrade”, and “The Scout: Friends or Foes?”.