Ted Long (American, 1932-2007) oil on board, "Lone Dog," portrait of a Native American Brave. Titled on small metal plaque on front and additionally titled en verso. Signed lower right. Housed in a carved wooden frame with linen liner. 16" H x 12" W board, 26" H x 22 1/2" W framed. Provenance: the estate of Victor T. Patterson, Franklin, TN. Note: born in Georgia and educated at the Parsons School of Design, Victor Patterson served as a cultural representative to Russia with Dwight D. Eisenhower's "People to People" program (prior to its privatization) before moving to the Nashville, Tennessee area to pursue a career in interior design. He was associated with Bradford's for many years before starting his own business. He decorated the Tennessee Governor's Mansion and the home of several country music stars in the 1970s, and filled his home on Franklin's historic Fourth Avenue with art and antiques from his frequent travels. CONDITION: Painting in excellent condition. Some spot stains to linen liner.