Bronco Busting. Driving In 1889

"Bronco Busting. Driving In" (1889) by Charles M. Russell, a renowned American artist known for his depictions of the American West, showcases a dynamic scene of cowboys driving cattle. The artwork features a series of vignettes, each capturing a different moment in the process of wrangling and herding cattle. The central image is a cowboy attempting to subdue a bucking bronco, while other figures are seen riding across the vast open range. The painting captures the raw energy and skill involved in a cowboy’s life and Russell's signature style of depicting the Western landscape, characterized by warm, earthy hues, gives a sense of the rugged beauty of the American West.