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[Gus Wortham's bull standing by wooden fence]

[Gus Wortham's bull standing by wooden fence]
Description:

Gus Wortham's bull standing by wooden fence. Brand visible.

Creator: Unknown
Creation Date: c. 1960 - 1969
Partner(s):
The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston
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Collection(s):
Robert Joy Collection
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Creator:
Unknown
[Gus Wortham's bull standing by wooden fence]
Original Creation Date: c. 1960 - 1969
Coverage:
Era
Into Modern Times, 1939-Present
Description:

Gus Wortham's bull standing by wooden fence. Brand visible.

Note:

Gus Sessions Wortham (1891-1976) was the Chairman of American General Insurance. He was also involved in raising cattle, particularly Santa Gertrudis cattle. A philanthropist, he established the Wortham Foundation which supports many Houston area cultural organizations.

Physical Description:

Original print, black & white. 10" x 8"

Language: No Language
Subject(s):
Partner:
The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston
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Collection:
Robert Joy Collection
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Identifier:
  • LOCAL-CONT-NO: MS39-15-001
  • ARK: ark:/67531/metapth18738
Resource Type: Photograph
Format: Image

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