G. Harvey (1933-2017)
Reflecting On Times Past, (Palo Duro Canyon), 1972
oil on canvas
30 x 40 inches
40.25 x 50.25 inches (frame)
signed lower right: G. Harvey 1972
verso: titled

Palo Duro Canyon is a canyon system of the Caprock Escarpment located in the West Texas Panhandle. It is the second largest canyon in the nation, lagging only behind the Grand Canyon. Its place in Texas history is well documented as a home to massive herds of bison, a refuge for the Comanche tribe as well as an important landmark for the cattle drives of Oliver Loving and Charlie Goodnight. In this impressive, large painting by G. Harvey, the artist depicts two contemporary cowboys on horseback perched at the canyon rim looking, talking, and as the artist intimated in the painting’s title, reflecting on times past.

The painting appears to be in good condition. Under UV examination, there is no evidence of restoration or inpainting.