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Boot Removal at Cecil's Boot Ranch

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A coiffed blonde woman wearing shorts and a jersey is sitting in a chair with her left bare foot on the back of owner Cecil Burke, who is standing with her right leg between his legs to remove her boot. Shelves of cowboy boots are behind them on the wall.

Creator:
Boyum, Sid, 1914-1991

Publication Information

Creator Boyum, Sid, 1914-1991

Physical Description

Format Image
Dimensions 13 x 11 cm

Collection Information

Source Collection Sid Boyum collection, circa 1900-2018 (bulk 1950-1980)
Call Number PH 6986A.129A

Copyright Information

Copyright Status IN COPYRIGHT
Conditions For Use This image is issued by the Wisconsin Historical Society. Use of the image requires written permission from the staff of the Collections Division. It may not be sold or redistributed, copied or distributed as a photograph, electronic file, or any other media. The image should not be significantly altered through conventional or electronic means. Images altered beyond standard cropping and resizing require further negotiation with a staff member. The user is responsible for all issues of copyright. Please Credit: Friends of Sid Boyum, courtesy of the Wisconsin Historical Society.
Rights Holder Friends of Sid Boyum;Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W013HFR
Legacy ID
WHi 122216

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