 |  | Man of the West Original Drawing by Terry Waldron
Vaquero,Buckaroo,Cowboy of early the West
The English word cowboy has an origin from several earlier terms that referred to both age and to cattle or cattle-tending work.
The word "cowboy" first appeared in the English language about 1715–25.[1] It appears to be a direct English translation of vaquero, a Spanish word for an individual who managed cattle while mounted on horseback. It was derived from vaca, meaning "cow."[2] This Spanish word has a long history, developed in part from the Latin word vacca. In addition to Latin roots, there may be Arabic influence as well. Another English word for a cowboy, buckaroo, an Anglicization of vaquero,[3] reflects the archaic Spanish pronunciation of vaquero, suggesting the possibility of a close relationship to the Arabic word bakara or bakhara, also meaning "heifer" or "young cow."[4][5] The Spanish language contains a number of words based on Arabic, most originating with Islamic people from North Africa and the Middle East, who had a powerful influence on Spanish history beginning with the Muslim conquest of Hispania in the 8th century and the Andalusian society they established.- Image 14 x 18 Pastel Pencil on Bark Paper
- Inside Frame Dimensions 21 x 25 1/2
- Oval Mat Opening with Double Mat Overlay
- Carved Oak Leave Wood 2 1/2 " Frame
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$1,500.00 - Original Pastel Pencil Matted & Framed
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