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Jim Hamilton 'What It's All About' Bronze Sculpture

Poignantly capturing the essence of the Boy Scouts' century-long tradition of loyalty, mentorship, and outdoor learning in bronze. The piece features two scout leaders, and a scout, engaged in a classic scouting activity around a campfire. The scene is a visual narrative of the mentoring relationship central to the Boy Scout ethos—leaders guide and support a scout through the process of fire-building, a skill emblematic of self-reliance and survival in nature.

The figures are depicted with a keen attention to detail, their postures and attire reflecting the scouting uniform and ideals. One leader is in the act of crouching down, hand extended, in a gesture of instruction or assistance, while the other sits back, observing the scout's engagement with the task at hand. The young scout is attentively involved; his active participation that is at the heart of the scouting learning experience.

Set on a smooth wooden base, the bronze figures are rendered with a textured finish, giving a lifelike quality to this frozen moment of interaction. "What It's All About" represents and embodies the broader values of the Boy Scouts—community, skill development, and the nurturing of young individuals into capable and responsible adults. This sculpture resonates with the spirit of the Boy Scouts' 100 years of commitment to shaping character and skills through hands-on experiences and the fostering of a deep respect for the natural world.

• 1st Edition, Limited Edition #8 of 50
• Signed by the Artist

About the Artist:

Jim Hamilton Jr., a self-taught artist who began sculpting at 47, was known for his western-themed works and has a reputation cemented by public sculptures like the Spirit Rider at Oklahoma State University and a Longhorn at the University of Texas at Austin. With over 170 sculptures to his name, Hamilton's legacy is a blend of artistry and storytelling, inspired by his ranch upbringing and interactions with the Osage people.

Condition:
Good

Size:
3.5 lbs
4.5" X 7" X 6.25"