Preliminary identification
Photo reference
1 uploaded photo
Overview
A dynamic cast bronze sculpture depicting a hunter aiming his shotgun alongside an eager pointer dog flushing out game. Mounted on a polished wooden base, this piece captures the split-second tension of the hunt with remarkable texture and movement.
Story
Texas artist Jack Bryant captured the raw energy of the American outdoors. This sculpture freezes a single, breathless moment of partnership between hunter and dog, a timeless ritual of the autumn fields.
Maker / Origin
Jack Bryant (1929–2012) was a celebrated Texas artist known for his highly detailed bronze sculptures and paintings depicting Western heritage and wildlife. Born in Fort Worth, he was largely self-taught, translating his deep personal love for the outdoors and ranch life into authentic, tactile works of art.
Condition & Value
The bronze appears to be in excellent condition with a well-preserved patina and no visible signs of corrosion. The wooden base shows minor surface dust but no deep scratches or chips. Excellent preservation of the patina and base helps command the higher end of the value range.
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Comparable demand stays strongest where maker, originality, and venue confidence line up. Broader examples still trade, but the range tightens quickly when provenance, condition, or selling lane fit is missing.
Best Venue
Specialty auction or a focused dealer with buyers already in this lane.
Signed example with light edge wear and original frame.
Comparable format with stronger provenance and cleaner surface.
Smaller related piece with visible craquelure and trimmed margins.
Period match with softer condition and weaker subject matter.
Close market lane comp with similar material and presentation.