**Originally Listed At $400**

Tony Hochstetler (American, b. 1964). "Wyoming Skies" black and white photograph, ed. 1 of 20, n.d. Signed and numbered on lower right. A stunning photograph capturing a western skyscape illuminated by the last light of sunset, photographed just north of the Tie Siding area of Wyoming. Although Tony Hochstetler is primarily known for his sculpture, his photography is clearly informed by the same sensitivity to the natural world that enlightens his sculpture. A breathtaking photograph, set in a custom frame. Size: 11.625" L x 17.625" W (29.5 cm x 44.8 cm) Size of frame: 19" L x 25" W (48.3 cm x 63.5 cm)

Artist's Biography: "Tony Hochstetler is a sculptor of unusual animals and botanical subjects. His repertoire of work revolves around reptile, amphibian, insect, marine life, and the occasional odd mammal. Born and raised in northern Indiana he spent his childhood in the forests, fields, and wetlands studying the natural world around him. Tony currently lives in Colorado where he continues to seek out and research unique subjects. A seasoned sculptor, Hochstetler has been featured in many publications and books including Masterworks of American Sculpture and Reptiles & Amphibians in Contemporary Art. He has also earned multiple awards for his wildlife sculpture including two Awards of Merit from the Society of Animal Artists. His work resides in numerous museums, zoological gardens, and city collections as well as important private collections. He has had several one-man shows and participated in numerous gallery invitational and museum exhibitions throughout the country. He is a member of the National Sculpture Society, and a Signature member of the Society of Animal Artists. " (artist's website)

Tony Hochstetler's works may be found in the permanent collections of Wichita Art Museum, Wichita, KS; Denver Zoological Gardens, Denver, CO; National Museum of Wildlife Art, Jackson, WY; Benson Park Sculpture Garden, Loveland, CO; Gilcrease Museum, Tulsa, OK, and others. Hochstetler is represented by Simpson Gallagher Gallery in Cody, Wyoming; Bronze Coast Gallery in Cannon Beach, Oregon; Cheryl Newby Gallery in Pawleys Island, South Carolina; Wilcox Gallery in Jackson, Wyoming, and Wilcox Gallery II in Jackson, Wyoming.

Provenance: ex-private Bishop Family Trust collection, the Trust of the late Bill Bishop, a noted antiquarian with shops in Scottsdale, Arizona and Allenspark, Colorado, USA, acquired before 2010

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#174460

Signed and numbered (1/20) at the lower right. Photograph has not been examined outside the frame but appears to be in excellent condition. Frame has a few scuffs/nicks and slight separation to the upper left mitered corner. Otherwise very attractive with intact glass and fit with suspension wire.