American Indian & Western Americana Auction

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This sale features nearly 300 lots of American Indian art and artifacts as well as items that recall the romantic image of the American West. Highlighted lots include a Winchester Model 1890 Rifle used at the 101 Ranch (Lot 117), a Colt Single Action Army Revolver owned by 101 Ranch Performer and Young Buffalo Wild West Show Manager Vernon Seaver (Lot 276). Also included is a variety of western artifacts including hats and spurs from the BAR-C Ranch, owned by Bill Geis, grandson of 101 Ranch Comptroller Ellsworth Collings. These include vintage hats (Lots 90-94), horse bits (96-98), and spurs (100-104).

Lewis & Grant is especially proud to feature in this auction are several lots attributed to legendary cowboy and wild west show performer Bill Pickett (1870-1832). These items were in the possession of BIll Geis and the Bar-C ranch after the closure of the 101 Ranch in 1932, Pickett having passed away that same year. An important breaker of the color barrier in rodeos and Wild West Shows, Bill Pickett is credited with the now-classic sport of "bull-dogging". These artifacts include two pairs of chaps (Lots 110-111), a selection of family photos (Lots 112), and two firearms (Lots 115-116), believed to have been used by Pickett during his lifetime.

This auction also features several excellent lots of western art, including a limited edition statue by Veryl Goodnight (Lot 246), several attractive bronzed (Lots 245, 247, 248), a painting by Navajo painter Frank B. Austin (Lot 254), and a variety of western themed decor perfect for complimenting a ranch house or those who appreciate equestrian decoration.

Lewis & Grant also presents a wide selection of historic manuscripts and photographs, which capture both the legendary and mundane aspects of western life, including images of ranchers, cowboys, horsemen, and American Indians.

Absentee and pre-bidding begins February 18, with live bidding commencing Tuesday, February 28th at 10:00 am EST. For more information or to r
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Lot of Advertising Material for "The Crimson Skull" (1922)201 - Lot of Advertising Material for "The Crimson Skull" (1922)
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DESCRIPTION Lot consists of two 14" x 18.5" pressbooks, a 9" x 12" pressbook and a 4.5" x 7" herald advertising the 19...
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Lot of Advertising Material for "The Crimson Skull" (1922)202 - Lot of Advertising Material for "The Crimson Skull" (1922)
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DESCRIPTION Lot consists of two 14" x 18.5" pressbooks advertising the 1922 silent film "The Crimson Skull". **Good condition o...
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"My Life East and West" by William S. Hart, Autographed Edition203 - "My Life East and West" by William S. Hart, Autographed Edition
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DESCRIPTION 1929 printing, inscribed "To/My friend/Louis Tepper/who hails from the prairies/of New Jersey/ from Bill Hart/Horseshoe Ranch/Newha...
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Two Novels by William S. Hart204 - Two Novels by William S. Hart
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DESCRIPTION Lot includes one 1935 edition of The Law on Horseback and Other Stories, and one fourth edition printing of A Lighter of Flames with inscr
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Archive of Louis Tepper and Bill Hart Items205 - Archive of Louis Tepper and Bill Hart Items
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DESCRIPTION Largest measures 11.75" x 13.5" in frame. Lot consists of several items pertaining to William S. Hart and film producer and ...
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Group of William S. Hart Promotional Photos and Memorabilia206 - Group of William S. Hart Promotional Photos and Memorabilia
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DESCRIPTION Lot includes several promotional objects pertaining to the career of William S. Hart. Includes several promotional images, the largest mea
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Cabinet Card of William S. Hart from "The Virginian"207 - Cabinet Card of William S. Hart from "The Virginian"
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DESCRIPTION 5" x 7.375", 7" x 11" on support. Depicts William Hart during his role in the state play "The Virginian" i...
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Letter from William S. Hart to Louis Tepper, ALS208 - Letter from William S. Hart to Louis Tepper, ALS
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DESCRIPTION Letter to Louis Tepper concerning donating books to a library. Includes cover. **Good condition overall with some minor wear to corners a
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Letter from William S. Hart to Louis Tepper, September 1930, ALS209 - Letter from William S. Hart to Louis Tepper, September 1930, ALS
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DESCRIPTION Two-page letter to Louis Tepper, thanking him for a gift. Dated September 14, 1930. Includes cover. **Good condition overall. Some handli
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Letter from William S. Hart to Louis Tepper, September 1931, ALS210 - Letter from William S. Hart to Louis Tepper, September 1931, ALS
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DESCRIPTION One-page letter to Louis Tepper with his thanks for a work of art sent to him. Includes cover. **Good condition overall with some stainin
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