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Vintage John Wayne Rooster Cogburn True Grit Black Velvet Painting Argo Signed. The painting beautifully captures Wayne’s classic grit, complete with his trademark black eye patch, cowboy hat, and vibrant orange-red neckerchief bandana. Vintage John Wayne "True Grit" Original Black Velvet Painting - Signed by Argo A stunning, vintage original oil painting on black velvet featuring the legendary John Wayne. This striking portrait depicts "The Duke" in his iconic, Oscar-winning role as the rugged U.S. Marshal Rooster Cogburn from the 1969 Western classic, True Grit. The painting beautifully captures Wayne’s classic grit, complete with his trademark black eye patch, cowboy hat, and vibrant orange-red neckerchief bandana. Key Features & Details: Subject: John Wayne as Rooster Cogburn (True Grit) Medium: Hand-painted oil on black velvet Artist Signature: Hand-signed "Argo" (the recognized signature pseudonym for renowned Southwestern artist Alfredo Rodriguez) in the lower left corner Framing: Comes housed in its vintage wood and felt-lined accent frame, perfectly matching the mid-century Western aesthetic Aesthetic: Excellent retro Southwestern kitsch / cabin decor / man cave statement piece Condition: This piece is in beautiful vintage condition. It has 2 small tears (pictured).The velvet fabric retains deep, rich black tones with excellent color contrast. The frame shows minor, normal signs of vintage wear and dust consistent with age, adding to its authentic retro charm.