Description: "Cattle Barons' Ball" Original Painting For Sale by Original Owner © Randy Souders Fine Art® USA, All Rights Reserved This magnificent original painting features the “party home” built for the daughter of a legendary Texas oil and cattle baron. The mansion --known as "Thistle Hill"-- still exists in the artists' hometown of Fort Worth, Texas. The setting of the painting features a common occurrence at the home --a gala evening with the rich and powerful of turn-of-the-century Texas society. Created in 1985 artist Randy Souders had a one-man show and auction inside Thistle Hill. This painting was purchased that evening by Dallas area collectors who own several other Souders originals and has remained in their collection ever since. “Cattle Barons' Ball" proved exceptionally popular and was published by the artist in 1985 as a signed & numbered "limited edition" litho. The edition quickly sold out. Publishing an original painting often results increased notoriety and ongoing awareness which helps support and even increase valuation over the years. "Cattle Baron's Ball" is painted on wood panel (Masonite) using a centuries old transparent glazing process made famous by many old masters. Light penetrates the various layers and is reflected back thereby giving the painting a luminous quality and more of an inner glow. This painting measures 24x32" (unframed). It is exquisitely detailed by the artist at the height of his powers. Widely considered one of his most important and memorable pieces, this iconic painting remains one of Randy's best-known works. We are assisting the owner with the sale of this painting in advance of her move back to England. Considering the size and value of this piece, arrangements can be made for local pick up in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. Otherwise shipping (US only) can be arranged. Additionally, a signed letter of provenance and certificate of authenticity (also signed) are included. Custom framing can also be arranged at wholesale cost. About the home that inspired the painting: Historic Fort Worth owns "Thistle Hill" mansion located at 1509 Pennsylvania Avenue (just southwest of downtown in the hospital district). Built for Electra Waggoner, the daughter of one of Fort Worth’s wealthiest cattle baron’s, A.B. Wharton paid $46,000 for the construction of his 11,000 Square foot home. In 1901, Electra had met Albert Buckman Wharton, a prominent Philadelphian, while touring the Himalayas. They were married in 1902 at her family home in Decatur, Texas known as "El Castile." Completed in 1904, Thistle Hill graced the crest of Summit Avenue in the fashionable residential district known as Quality Hill and quickly gained a reputation for opulence and lavish entertainment. Albert owned and managed the first Fort Worth Auto and Livery Stable and dealt in Winston and Franklin cars. Thistle Hill was sold to Mr. and Mrs. Winfield Scott in 1911, longtime acquaintances of Electra's parents. Mr. Scott, a successful cattleman and prominent Ft. Worth businessman, embarked on an extensive remodeling of the mansion, converting it from Colonial to Georgian Revival. Sadly, Mr. Scott died in 1911 and Elizabeth Scott and their son, Winfield Jr. moved into the mansion in 1912. During her 26-year residency, Elizabeth expanded the gardens and added a tea house and pergola to the grounds. She was known as an elegant hostess and her dinner parties were very formal affairs. After his mother's death in 1938, Winfield, Jr. sold the mansion to the Girls Service League. The League, founded in 1917, is still in operation today and is dedicated to the assistance of young women. In 1968, the League put the mansion up for sale. In 1974, after watching many of the mansions on Quality Hill being razed, a group of concerned citizens formed a committee called "Save the Scott Home" and embarked on an all-out fund raising project. After several failed attempts, they finally succeeded in purchasing this historic property in 1976 for $240,000. The property was designated a Recorded Texas Historic Landmark in 1977, and has been placed on the National Register of Historic Places. Historic Fort Worth was gifted the property in January of 2005, and oversaw oversee its restoration while at the same time, sharing its original beauty and grandeur with the community. For decades Thistle Hill has been a popular location for weddings, parties, and other special events. In 2022 the property was gifted to neighboring Cooks Fort Worth Children’s Hospital. Various travel guides declare the Thistle Hill tour to be one of the most popular historical attractions in the city. ©Frommer's Review "This historic 1904 Georgian Revival mansion, the former residence of two prominent Fort Worth families, has been lovingly restored with period furnishings. The residence, rumored to be ghost-ridden, has an elegant oak grand staircase and a wealth of interesting details, including eight fireplaces, five full bathrooms, and, unusual for the period, electric and gas lighting and built-in closets. The 45-minute guided tour, which has recently really jumped in price, relates the curious anecdotes of the mansion's history. The cattle baron W. T. Waggoner built the home for his eccentric daughter Electra who took milk baths and is said to have been the first to spend $20,000 in a single day at Neiman Marcus. Click HERE to see our other auctions of hand signed prints & original paintings! 100% GUARANTEED!!! Souders Fine Art, Inc. (Established 1978 * eBay sellers since 1998) Click HERE for more information and to learn more about the artist and his story of overcoming adversity (paralysis and quadriplegia) Randy souder sounders sounder sauder sauders
Price: 10000 USD
Location: Fort Worth, Texas
End Time: 2023-11-27T03:42:48.000Z
Shipping Cost: N/A USD
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Item Specifics
Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Artist: Randy Souders
Size: Large
Period: Art Nouveau (1880-1920)
Title: Cattle Baron's Ball
Material: Acrylic, Masonite panel
Certificate of Authenticity (COA): Yes
Subject: Cowboy, Houses, Landscape, Texas
Personalize: Yes
Type: Painting
Year of Production: 1985
Original/Licensed Reproduction: Original
Item Height: 24 in
Style: Realism
Theme: Architecture, Art, Cities & Towns, Famous Places, History, Western
Production Technique: Acrylic Painting
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
Item Width: 32 in
Handmade: Yes
Personalization Instructions: Letter of Provenance from the artist
