Let'er Buck 1937

Lyman Byxbe's 1937 etching "Let'er Buck" depicts a cowboy clinging to the back of a bucking bronco. The artist's dynamic use of lines and crosshatching captures the intense energy and motion of the scene. The cowboy’s hat flies off his head, emphasizing the force of the horse's violent buck. Byxbe was a well-known artist and illustrator, particularly for his Western-themed works, which showcase his skills at rendering both human and animal figures with a captivating dynamism. "Let'er Buck" is a powerful example of his work, capturing the essence of rodeo and the untamed spirit of the American West.