Buddy Holly Unfinished Childhood Painting (c. 1949). A canvas board with a partially finished painting of a cowboy hat and pair of boots, done in gouache paint and graphite, According to his brother, this was done when Buddy was between the ages of 12 and 14. The unfinished painting remained with the Holley family until it was consigned to Heritage. It measures 14" x 10", and is in Very Good condition. Unsigned. From the Larry Holley Collection.