Painted Bronze Coyote Sculpture by Jim Eppler (Limited Ed. 17/50) Well-Listed

Description: Fantastic realist painted bronze sculpture of a walking coyote by well-listed artist Jim Eppler. This is #17 of a limited edition of 50. This piece sells for $1,700 in the Sorrel Sky Gallery of New York, Durango, and Santa Fe. Jim Eppler (American, b. 1950) crafts wildlife sculptures in bronze in a realist style. Bringing his skill as a colorist to his sculpture, Eppler hand-finishes each bronze in his limited editions. Using patina and paint, his intricate knowledge of his subject matter is expressed with distinctive markings unique to each species. He has a BFA in Studio Art from Texas Tech. He studied with Bob Kuhn, Robert Wood, Bill Worrell, Raymond Froman, Charles Reid and Paul Milosevich. He is represented in galleries from California to New York and has been featured in many books, and in numerous magazine feature articles. More about the artist appears at the end of this description. Hallmarks: Hand-inscribed signature on lower belly area "Eppler ~ I ~ 17/50". Approximate age: late 1900's or early 2000's. Dimensions: 13" long x 7.5" high x 3" deep. Condition: Excellent giftable condition. No mentionable issues. Paint and underlying metal in pristine condition. No losses or blemishes. Unpacked weight: 8 lbs. 11.4 oz. Always happy to pass through discounts on combined shipping. I only charge actual postage, and always use recycled packing materials. Note some photos appear redundant because I take photos from all possible angles. On symmetrical items, these photos may appear redundant when there are no distinguishing differences or condition issues between side views. I gladly accept returns, but please note I do not pay return postage unless there was a significant error in my description. The item listed is being sold as is, as pictured and as described to the best of my knowledge. All dimensions and weights approximate. If you have a question or an assumption on an item prior to purchase, please ask. I much prefer to take the time on the front end to make sure you will be satisfied with your purchase. Remember, when buying vintage expect imperfections as these items have a history and have been in the possession of others. I try to list EVERY flaw which would be commented on something in an antique or vintage condition – this does not mean all imperfections resulting from normal wear & use require comment. My goal is to have no rude surprises upon receipt. More about the artist (excerpts from various Gallery promotional materials):Jim Eppler brings the power, beauty and magnetic attraction of nature to both his paintings and bronzes. Subjects are wolves, ravens, wildlife, and other birds. As a small child growing up in El Paso, he would spend many hours outdoors, observing animals to sketch and paint. After moving to Lubbock, Texas, he took his first art class in high school. Eppler continued his official studies at Texas Tech University, earning a BFA in Studio Art. He has done other commissioned pieces for MCA Records, Mercury Records, Chappell Music, the National Wild Turkey Federation, and numerous private collectors. Eppler has studied with Bob Kuhn, Robert Wood, Bill Worrell, Raymond Froman, Charles Reid, and Paul Milosevich. He is represented in galleries from California to New York, and has been featured in the book, "Wildlife Art, 60 Contemporary Masters and Their Work" (Joan Muyskens Pursley, Portfolio Press), and in numerous magazines. His public installations include the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library, Frederik Meijer Gardens, South Plains Wildlife Rehab Center, National Exhibits Foundation, National Ranching Heritage Museum, Booth Museum, West Texas Museum Collection, and the Benson Sculpture Garden, The Virginia Museum of Animal Art, along with numerous private installations. Jim Eppler has been praised for his lifelike recreations and his gentle interpretations. It is Eppler's respect and appreciation for nature that allow his art to flow so freely. His wildlife art captures Naturalist Henry Beston's beliefs about the grandness of the creatures of nature. In his paintings, Eppler particularly uses light to underscore select components of movement and landscape. In his bronzes, it is the details of movement that are subtly emphasized. As accomplished as Eppler is in wildlife art, he does not limit himself only to that realm. He is an accomplished portrait artist and skilled musician who was able to meld his gift for song and portraiture by creating commissioned portraits for the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame. Eppler creates from the experience of his lifelong enchantment with wildlife and his innate gift for the use of color and form. A seasoned artist who readily admits a romance with "the play of light and shadow, the way paint builds on canvas," he is equally captivated by gestures and textures that lend themselves to the three-dimensional aspect of bronze. While Eppler's art has always encompassed a remarkable range of artistic genre and subject matter, animals and their habitats constantly draw him to their world. When researching particular species, Eppler moves quietly into the world of wildlife. He watches, listens, learns and captures on film the remarkable dimensions of wildlife and their habitats. "My photos reveal their form and habits, but their gift to my soul is what inspires me to paint and sculpt." Creating in both mediums is a rich and gratifying experience for him, and has earned Eppler the respect of both colleagues and collectors.

Price: 750 USD

Location: Dallas, Texas

End Time: 2025-01-15T14:14:31.000Z

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