Aces and Eights By John Paul Strain Signed Studio Canvas GicléeCondition: New Image size: 16 1/2″ x 22″Limited Edition size: 250Includes a Certificate of AuthenticityShips free via FedEx rolled in a tubeNotes from the Artist: «Wild Bill Hickok was a dashing figure in the 1870’s. He stood 6’3” wearing a black or gray wide brim hat that swooped up to the side. He had blue-gray eyes, a mustache, and brownish blonde long hair that fell to his shoulders. He dressed impeccably in town, with custom-made tall boots, Prince Albert frock coat, and a colorful tie. His persona was that of a dangerous man. But perhaps most intimidating of all were the pair of ivory handled, engraved Navy Colts he wore, turned forward for a “twist” fast draw. His reflexes were like lightning, but it was his accuracy and bullet placement that astonished friend or foe. Hickok had many women admirers, including George Armstrong Custer’s wife, Libbie. There were even rumors of an affair. Libbie Custer wrote the following about him in her 1890 book Following the Guidon: “Physically, he was a delight to look upon. Tall, lithe, and free in every motion, he rode and walked as if every muscle was perfection, and the careless swing of his body as he moved seemed perfectly in keeping with the man, the country, the time in which he lived. I do not recall anything finer in the way of physical perfection than Wild Bill when he swung himself lightly from his saddle, and with graceful, swaying step, squarely set shoulders and well poised head, approached our tent for orders. He was rather fantastically clad, of course, but all seemed perfectly in keeping with the time and place. He did not make an armory of his waist, but carried two pistols. He wore top-boots, riding breeches, and dark blue flannel shirt, with scarlet set in front. A loose neck handkerchief left his fine firm throat free. I do not remember all his features, but the frank, manly expression of his fearless eyes and his courteous manner gave one a feeling of confidence in his word and in his undaunted courage.” Wild Bill Hickok arrived in Deadwood, South Dakota, in July 1876 to prospect for gold in the Black Hills. In the evenings he became a regular poker player at Nuttal & Mann’s Saloon, also known as “Saloon #10”. On the afternoon of August 2, 1876, he was playing cards with his back to the door, breaking one of his safety rules. A young miscreant named Jack McCall walked quietly into the saloon and approached Hickok from behind and shot him in the back of the head, instantly killing him. The cards he was holding at the time were a pair of black aces and a pair of black eights. This poker hand became known as «the dead man’s hand” from that point on. McCall was eventually tried for his crime and on March 1, 1877 he was executed by hanging. Hickok’s Navy Colts were raffled off to pay for his burial expenses. Even after his death the legend of Wild Bill Hickok lives on.» About John Paul Strain: Mr. Strain and his paintings have been featured on the television shows of C-Span’s Washington Journal, The History Channel, and Extreme Makeover Home Edition. Throughout his long career, he has won many awards for his art. Reproductions of his work have won numerous 1st place awards and «Best of Show» honors, such as the PICA Awards, The Printing Industry of the Carolina’s, and at the PIAG Awards in Georgia. Strain is also a featured artist for internationally known collector art companies the Bradford Exchange and the Franklin Mint for which he has created a Civil War Chess Set, several limited edition plate series, sculptures, and many other collectible items featuring his paintings. He has completed a number of commissioned works for the United States Army, which are on permanent display at Fort Leavenworth, Kansas, Fort McNair, Washington D.C., and the battlefield visitor’s center at Normandy, France. In 2010 Mr. Strain won the Henry Timrod Southern Culture Award presented by the Military Order of the Stars and Bars – Descendants of Officers of the Confederacy. In 2017 Mr. Strain was unanimously chosen by the Board of Directors of the General N.B. Forrest Historical Society for the “Forrest Distinguished Artist of the Year Award” Notably his work has been collected by many US Senators, US Congressmen, State Governors, music and Hollywood celebrities. His work can be found at the United States Pentagon, and assorted United States Navy Military War Ships currently in service. Today, his original paintings can be found in many noted museums such as the Museum of Fredericksburg, and at Thomas Jefferson’s home, Monticello. John Paul Strain Historical Art has sold over 90,000 pieces of limited edition art and original paintings. Handling time ranges from 3 days – 3 weeksPlease let us know if you have any questions. Options: 250 S/N Paper Giclées – $275 Image size: 16 1/2″ x 22″ 15 Artist’s Proof Paper Giclées – $375 Image size: 16 1/2″ x 22″ 250 S/N Studio Canvas Giclées – $275Image size 16 1/2″ x 22″ 15 Artist’s Proof Studio Canvas Giclées – $375Image size 16 1/2″ x 22″
Wild Bill Hickok arrived in Deadwood, South Dakota, in July 1876 to prospect for gold in the Black Hills. On the afternoon of August 2, 1876, he was playing cards with his back to the door, breaking one of his safety rules.
He stood 6’3” wearing a black or gray wide brim hat that swooped up to the side. He had blue-gray eyes, a mustache, and brownish blonde long hair that fell to his shoulders. He dressed impeccably in town, with custom-made tall boots, Prince Albert frock coat, and a colorful tie.
Aces and EightsBy John Paul Strain Signed Artist’s Proof Paper GicléeImage size:16 1/2″ x 22″Limited Edition size:15Includes a Certificate of AuthenticityShips flat and free via FedExNotes from the artist: «Wild Bill Hickok was a dashing figure in the 1870’s. He stood 6’3” wearing a black or gray wide brim hat that swooped up to the side. He had blue-gray eyes, a mustache, and brownish blonde long hair that fell to his shoulders. He dressed impeccably in town, with custom-made tall boots, Prince Albert frock coat, and a colorful tie. His persona was that of a dangerous man. But perhaps most intimidating of all were the pair of ivory handled, engraved Navy Colts he wore, turned forward for a “twist” fast draw. His reflexes were like lightning, but it was his accuracy and bullet placement that astonished friend or foe. Hickok had many women admirers, including George Armstrong Custer’s wife, Libbie. There were even rumors of an affair. Libbie Custer wrote the following about him in her 1890 book Following the Guidon: “Physically, he was a delight to look upon. Tall, lithe, and free in every motion, he rode and walked as if every muscle was perfection, and the careless swing of his body as he moved seemed perfectly in keeping with the man, the country, the time in which he lived. I do not recall anything finer in the way of physical perfection than Wild Bill when he swung himself lightly from his saddle, and with graceful, swaying step, squarely set shoulders and well poised head, approached our tent for orders. He was rather fantastically clad, of course, but all seemed perfectly in keeping with the time and place. He did not make an armory of his waist, but carried two pistols. He wore top-boots, riding breeches, and dark blue flannel shirt, with scarlet set in front. A loose neck handkerchief left his fine firm throat free. I do not remember all his features, but the frank, manly expression of his fearless eyes and his courteous manner gave one a feeling of confidence in his word and in his undaunted courage.” Wild Bill Hickok arrived in Deadwood, South Dakota, in July 1876 to prospect for gold in the Black Hills. In the evenings he became a regular poker player at Nuttal & Mann’s Saloon, also known as “Saloon #10”. On the afternoon of August 2, 1876, he was playing cards with his back to the door, breaking one of his safety rules. A young miscreant named Jack McCall walked quietly into the saloon and approached Hickok from behind and shot him in the back of the head, instantly killing him. The cards he was holding at the time were a pair of black aces and a pair of black eights. This poker hand became known as «the dead man’s hand” from that point on. McCall was eventually tried for his crime and on March 1, 1877 he was executed by hanging. Hickok’s Navy Colts were raffled off to pay for his burial expenses. Even after his death the legend of Wild Bill Hickok lives on.» About John Paul Strain: Mr. Strain and his paintings have been featured on the television shows of C-Span’s Washington Journal, The History Channel, and Extreme Makeover Home Edition. Throughout his career he has won many awards for his art. Reproductions of his work have won numerous 1st place awards and «Best of Show» honors, such as the PICA Awards, The Printing Industry of the Carolina’s, and at the PIAG Awards in Georgia. Strain is also a featured artist for internationally known collector art companies the Bradford Exchange and the Franklin Mint for which he has created a Civil War Chess Set, several limited edition plate series, sculptures, and many other collectible items featuring his paintings. John Paul completed a number of commissioned works for the United States Army, which are on permanent display at Fort Leavenworth, Kansas, Fort McNair, Washington D.C., and the battlefield visitor’s center at Normandy, France. Today, his original paintings can be found in many noted museums such as the Museum of Fredericksburg, and at Thomas Jefferson’s home, Monticello. In 2010 Mr. Strain won the Henry Timrod Southern Culture Award presented by the Military Order of the Stars and Bars – Descendants of Officers of the Confederacy. In 2017 Mr. Strain was unanimously chosen by the Board of Directors of the General N.B. Forrest Historical Society for the “Forrest Distinguished Artist of the Year Award” Notably his work has been collected by many US Senators, US Congressmen, State Governors, music and Hollywood celebrities. His work can be found at the United States Pentagon, and assorted United States Navy Military War Ships currently in service. Over 90,000 pieces of John Paul Strain’s Limited Edition Art and original paintings have been sold and enjoyed worldwide! Options: 250 S/N Paper Giclées – $27515 Artist’s Proof Paper Giclées – $375 (here)Image size: 16 1/2″ x 22″ 250 S/N Studio Canvas Giclées – $27515 Artist’s Proof Studio Canvas Giclées – $375Image size 16 1/2″ x 22″
