For your consideration is this beautiful, limited edition painted bronze sculpture done by renowned sculptor Dave McGary (1958-2013) in 2001. This is a limited edition sculpture and is numbered 15 out of 100. Dave McGary (1958–2013) was a prominent American sculptor known for his skilled and respectful bronze sculptures of Native American people. McGary, who was born on a ranch outside Cody, Wyoming, began sculpting clay at the age of 12 and later learned the trade from Western artist Harry Jackson in Casper, Wyoming. After receiving early instruction in Italy, where he perfected bronze casting and Renaissance carving methods, he opened his New Mexico studio in 1981 and led a team of workers in the delicate hand-finishing of his pieces. He pioneered a painstaking procedure that involved creating wire armatures, building muscle, and clothing before casting and hand-painting surface patinas. Among his most recognizable monuments are statues of Shoshone Chief Washakie, which were put in the United States Capitol Visitor Center (2000), Cheyenne's State Capitol (2001), Fort Washakie, and a 24-foot equestrian Battle of Two Hearts at the University of Wyoming (2005). He passed away in 2013. This sculpture depicts two young Lakota boys asleep on horseback after watching over a herd. One boy rests forward on the horse’s neck, while the other leans back against its back shoulders. Arrows lay at the horse’s feet, emphasizing their role in sounding the alarm if danger approached. The piece captures a quiet, peaceful moment from life on the plains, showing the importance of children in tribal responsibilities. The sculpture is beautifully painted, giving a bright and appealing look to it. It sits on a large wood base and is marked on the front reading, "Guarding The Heard / Dave McGary". The bronze is signed on the front right corner reading, "Dave McGary '01 15/100". The piece shows good condition overall with no wear or damage present. It measures 10" L x 25" W x 15 7/8" H and weighs 50 pounds and 4 ounces.