In the spring of 1972, T. C. Cannon and Fritz Scholder were being featured with a two-man exhibit of their paintings at the National Collection of Fine Arts, Smithsonian Institution in Washington, D. C., when the owners of Aberbach Fine Arts of New York introduced themselves to T. C. and offered to purchase all his paintings in the exhibit. They recognized the talent of this 24-year-old Native artist. Aberbach became Cannon's major art dealer from that point, then, a few years later, became his exclusive dealer for the entire world.
This watercolor and pencil painting on paper presents "The Last Civil War Veteran" presumably on his death bed. It is signed in lower right and dated 1973. It is a typical painting by Cannon reflecting a true historic subject. He painted with regard to authenticity in every subject he chose.
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