Bruce McKellar 1996 Signed Wood Hat Block Mold Butch Cassidy Wild West Bowler
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Authentic "Wild West" Frontier Bowler / Derby FormUp for sale is a beautiful, one-of-a-kind solid wood hat form handcrafted by the renowned Western woodcarver Bruce McKellar in 1996. Famous for his ultra-premium, photorealistic mesquite cowboy hat and boot sculptures that command thousands of dollars in fine art galleries, this early 1996 studio piece bridges the gap between functional millinery equipment and striking Western heritage art.The Style: The Butch Cassidy Frontier BowlerWhile modern pop culture associates the Old West strictly with cowboy hats, history shows that the bowler (or derby) was the most popular hat on the frontier. This specific mold shapes the classic Wild West Bowler—famously worn by outlaw Butch Cassidy in the iconic 1900 "Fort Worth Five" photograph. Unlike tight-brimmed city derbies, this frontier version features a wider brim designed to shield the eyes from the harsh Western sun.Features & Details:Authentic Artist Signature: Deeply hand-signed and dated "Bruce McKellar 1996" on the interior under-crown.Stunning Natural Grain: Crafted with a gorgeous, warm golden-brown luster and swirling wood grain. Character: Displays a naturally occurring tight hairline check split at the top crown and a beautiful live-edge bark inclusion notch on the rim. These are natural characteristics of the wood trunk that enhance its rustic, organic appeal.Dual Purpose: Highly collectible as an early example of McKellar’s studio work, but structurally perfect to be used as a functional millinery block for shaping felt or straw hats.Approximate Measurements (As shown in photos):Total Height: ~6.5 inchesTotal Width/Diameter: ~11.5 inchesInterior Crown Diameter: ~6.5 inchesCondition Notes:This item is in excellent vintage condition. The wood is structurally solid, dense, and incredibly smooth to the touch. Please review all high-resolution photos carefully to appreciate the unique wood grain textures, exact tape measure dimensions, and the artist's signature before purchasing.
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