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Avinger, TX
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Title
Big Tex
Artist
Norma Brock
Medium
Photograph - Photograph
Description
RIP Big Tex, you will be sorely missed!
This big ole cowboy stood watch over the Great State Fair of Texas for many, many years. He spoke with a deep Texas drawl and welcomed all the visitors to the fairgrounds. This icon drew huge crowds and brought a smile to the faces of young and old alike. He was a 52' tall statue, with a mouth that moved and a voice as big as Texas!
During the 2012 fair, he sadly met his demise as he burned to the ground. In September 2013, a new version of this big cowboy will be unveiled. It will certainly be stunning and well loved. But we will remember all the years and the lovely September days when we heard this pardner say "HOWDY FOLKS"! RIP old friend!
Big Tex is a collaborative effort by Charlie & Norma Brock.
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October 19th, 2012
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Young Harris, GA - United States
A nice tribute......but he's just a little spooky looking to me! Maybe the new one will look a bit friendlier! V
Mevaseret Zion - Israel
Charlie and Norma, this photograph, which is meant to represent a friendly image, nevertheless has a sinister look about him which is emphasized by the emptiness of the background.
Kilkenny, Co - Ireland
It is great to have some images of this guy. I guess such a landmark will be missed by all.
Norma Brock replied:
Thanks Joe.. I'm certain that they'll replace auld Tex before the next State Fair in October 2013.. I've known this feller since 1949.. :)
Canaan Lake, NY - United States
Goldang, stretch! Those're some powerful wide shoulders that head bone's restin' on! Are they all as tall as you back home, or are you the runt? Love that Lone Star style. v/f
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