Paul Oestreicher (American, 20th century). A pair of "Happy Trails To You" silicon bronze lamps, 1998. Signature, edition numbers (AP 2/4 & AP 4/4), and date (1998) inscribed on edge. A matching pair of limited edition bronze commemorative lamps created soon after Roy Rogers' death (July 6, 1998) by American sculptor, painter, and musician Paul Oestreicher. Rogers wears his traditional cowboy hat, fringed shirt, and fancy boots - sits cross-legged and strums his guitar, while his loyal Golden Palomino horse, Trigger, listens to his song. A tree trunk rises behind and branches out to the lamp's bulb and hide shade with a branch and stylized "RR" finial. Note the impressive details: the gathers of Roy's sleeves, Trigger's flowing mane and tail, the guitar's frets and tuning pegs, and the embellishments on Roy's boots. What's more, Oestreicher includes the song title "Happy Trails to You" beside the cowboy, Rogers' uplifting smile, and Triggers' peaceful nature to convey a joyous mood. Size of each ~ 7.5" L x 12" W x 27.625" H (19 cm x 30.5 cm x 70.2 cm)

"The Roy Rogers Show" which ran from 1951 to 1957 was known for its beloved closing theme song, "Happy Trails To You" written by Rogers' wife and acting/singing partner, Dale Evans-Rogers. The song was inspired by Roy Rogers' autograph; he usually signed with "Trails of Happiness" or "Happy Trails, Roy Rogers". Here are the lyrics to the song: "Some trails are happy ones, Others are blue. It's the way you ride the trail that counts, Here's a happy one for you. Happy trails to you, Until we meet again. Happy trails to you, Keep smiling until then. Who cares about the clouds when we're together? Just sing a song, and bring the sunny weather. Happy trails to you, Until we meet again."

Paul Oestreicher has lived with t he Unami-Delaware Indians of Oklahoma intermittently since he was 16 years old. Much of his work has been devoted to preserving the oral history and culture of these peoples. In addition, he has worked as a ranch hand and cowboy in British Columbia, Canada. Paul has had a solo exhibition at the Adirondack Lakes Center for the Arts, and he was named Featured Sculptor for the 1993 Adirondacks National Exhibition of American Watercolors. Among his other honors: Artist-in-Residence at the 1996 "Les Animaliers" Sculpture Exhibition in Connecticut, and 3 of his works represent the US in the Ambassador's Residence of Guatemala.

Provenance: private Conover, North Carolina, USA collection

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A few tears and stains to shades as shown. Some indentations to lamp sockets. Bulbs are not included. Lamps still work!