Cattle Brand c. 1936

"Cattle Brand" is a graphic drawing by American artist J. Henry Marley, created in 1936. The artwork is notable for its stark simplicity. It features a black-and-white abstract design that appears to be a stylized cattle brand, a symbol used to identify ownership of livestock. The thick black lines and bold geometric shapes, executed in a minimalist style, create a powerful visual impact on the white background, suggesting a sense of order and practicality characteristic of American ranching culture.