{"product_id":"calgary-stampede-2013-official-poster-coroplast-mounted-signed-by-vern-lonsberry","title":"Calgary Stampede 2013–Official Poster—Coroplast Mounted—unconfirmed signed by Vern Lonsberry","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Official 2013 Calgary Stampede poster featuring “The Cowboy’s Cowboy,” Vern Lonsberry, as interpreted by renowned western artist Duke Beardsley.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis professionally mounted example bears an unconfirmed “Vern Lonsberry” signature integrated onto the reverse of the work. Authentication has not been pursued and the piece is sold as found.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLonsberry was not a celebrity cowboy in the modern sense. He was a working cattleman and horseman deeply respected within Alberta ranching culture — widely regarded as the embodiment of the old prairie west and the enduring spirit of the working cowboy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBeardsley’s original painting was unveiled ahead of the 2013 Calgary Stampede and reportedly sold at auction for approximately $90,000. Vern was able to see the work inspired by his life and contribution to Alberta agriculture before his passing in 2013, just ahead of the Stampede’s historic 101st year.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThat same year, catastrophic flooding from the Bow River devastated much of Calgary’s downtown core and submerged portions of the Stampede grounds. Against extraordinary odds, the city rebuilt in real time under the unforgettable declaration:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“Come Hell or High Water.”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnd the Stampede went on.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProfessionally mounted on coroplast for rigidity and gallery-style presentation. Print remains exceptionally clean with crisp corners and strong colour presence. Front surface remains protected beneath a plastic cover. A single pinhole exists at the top edge and could easily be professionally restored if desired.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn exceptional piece of Alberta western history and Calgary cowboy culture.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e$125CAD — GST included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e22.5” W x 34.5” L x 0.25” D\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✨ We Ship 📦 🚢 🇨🇦 🇺🇸 🌎\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDue to the size of this item, additional shipping charges may apply. Buyer will be contacted with shipping confirmation prior to dispatch.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✨ Ships tracked with express domestic and international shipping options available ✨💛\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✨ Free Regular Domestic Shipping On Orders $250CAD+ ✨\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✨💛 Subscribe for new drops and receive a discount promo code for your first purchase ✨💛\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e#calgarystampede #westerncanada #albertaranching #cowboyculture #shopvintage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"GoldFinch Vintage Scout","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42498184609877,"sku":null,"price":125.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/4086\/4853\/files\/745A57C5-E55C-40F1-86A6-5462203EC3D5.png?v=1778769409","url":"https:\/\/goldfinchjewelry.ca\/products\/calgary-stampede-2013-official-poster-coroplast-mounted-signed-by-vern-lonsberry","provider":"GoldFinch Vintage Scout","version":"1.0","type":"link"}