One of the most iconic moments in golf history is captured in this striking artwork of Jack Nicklaus during the final round of the 1986 Masters Tournament at Augusta National.
Known as “The Golden Bear,” Nicklaus is shown crouched low, studying the line of a putt, a moment of calm concentration before history unfolded.
At 46 years old, Nicklaus stunned the golfing world with an unforgettable charge through the back nine to claim his sixth Masters victory, one of the most celebrated achievements in sports history.
This image represents far more than a putt.
It symbolizes experience, patience, precision, and the quiet confidence that defines greatness.
Created by artist Lester Herbertson, this artwork is meticulously rendered using a layered cigar label mosaic technique, where hundreds of vintage cigar bands combine to form a powerful tribute to one of golf’s greatest champions.
Every label fragment contributes to the texture, history, and storytelling within the piece, much like every shot in Nicklaus’s legendary career.
A moment of stillness… just before history is made.
Jack Nicklaus 1986 Masters Golf Art
- Designed by LegendsFineArt
- Materials: Canvas, linen, archival paper, wood
- Sizes: 22" × 28" or 25" × 31" (larger once framed)
- Giclée printed with archival pigmented inks Museum-quality finish
- Limited supply
- Custom portraits available on request
- Canvas unframed ships rolled or framed, professionally packed and insured.
