Robert "Shoofly" Shufelt Code of the West Signed Lithograph LE 108/225

Robert "Shoofly" Shufelt (American, b. 1935), Code of the West, limited edition lithograph, number 108 of 225. This powerful black-and-white work depicts two cowboys on horseback shaking hands, a timeless symbol of honor and camaraderie in Western life. Executed in Shufelt’s masterful pencil style, the lithograph highlights the dramatic contrast of light and shadow while capturing the authenticity of cowboy traditions.

The work is pencil-signed lower right, hand-numbered at lower left, and inscribed personally. Titled at center margin. Professionally framed behind glass with elegant beveled wood matting. Accompanied by Shoofly documentation, including a sheet with official gold seal and artist biography.

Details:

• Title: Code of the West
• Medium: Lithograph
• Edition: Limited Edition, No. 108 of 225
• Signed: In pencil lower right
• Inscription: “To Barb—Thanks for being a great boss. The Staff, 1996.”
• Frame: Professionally framed behind glass with beveled wood matting
• Documentation: Includes Shoofly gold seal and artist biography sheet

Artist Biography:

Robert “Shoofly” Shufelt (b. 1935) is one of the foremost interpreters of cowboy and ranch life in contemporary Western art. Born in Champaign, Illinois, and educated at the University of Illinois and the School of the Art Institute of Chicago, he began his career as a commercial illustrator before moving to Arizona in 1976 and later to New Mexico. There, surrounded by working ranchers, he immersed himself in the lifestyle that became his lifelong subject.

Renowned for his graphite drawings, Shufelt achieved extraordinary depth and atmosphere using only pencil, capturing the grit, camaraderie, and dignity of the cowboy. His works have been widely exhibited in galleries and museums including the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum and the Desert Caballeros Western Museum. He has received numerous honors, including the Great American Cowboy Award (2005), New Mexico Artist of the Year (2007), and the New Mexico Governor’s Award for Excellence in the Arts (2014).

Shufelt’s works remain highly sought after for their authenticity, technical mastery, and ability to preserve the living traditions of the American West.

Condition:

Good overall condition with no visible damage to the lithograph. Frame and mat are clean with minor handling wear. Personalized inscription visible in the lower margin.

Dimensions:

Overall (framed): 32 x 38 in.
Visible image: 17 x 23 in.