Zogbaum, Rufus Fairchild, 1849-1925

Rufus Fairchild Zogbaum (1849-1925) was an artist and illustrator known for his western and military subjects. He was born in Charleston, South Carolina on August 28, 1849, and studied at the Art Students League in New York City from 1878-1879 before traveling in the Western U.S. to paint Indians and life in the U.S. Army. His works appeared in "Harper's Weekly" from 1885-1890, and he illustrated Western fiction. He was one of the first artists to gain inspiration from the figure of the cowboy. He died in New York City on October 22, 1925.

From the description of Rufus Fairchild Zogbaum papers, 1883-1908. (University of Wyoming, American Heritage Center). WorldCat record id: 28154060

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