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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US M1912 Saddle271 - US M1912 Saddle
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DESCRIPTION 16" seat, complete with fenders, stirrups, and straps. **Fair condition overall. Bloom is present throughout. Some wear to stitche...
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Pair of Bronco Belts Attributed to Bill Pickett272 - Pair of Bronco Belts Attributed to Bill Pickett
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DESCRIPTION Lot includes two leather bronco belts measuring 31.5" and 33" without buckles. One marked with a star with wings, and the othe...
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Bronco Busting Belt and Gun Belt Attributed to Bill Pickett273 - Bronco Busting Belt and Gun Belt Attributed to Bill Pickett
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DESCRIPTION Lot includes one 35.75" x 7.75" leather bronco belt with decorative tooling, and one pistol belt decorated with brass tacks. ...
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Lot of Two Horse Hair Hat Bands Attributed to Bill Picket274 - Lot of Two Horse Hair Hat Bands Attributed to Bill Picket
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DESCRIPTION Lot includes two hat bands of woven horsehair, one with bold polychrome tones and macrame fringe. **Fine condition overall. Some wear and
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Third place Ribbon from National Feeders and Breeders Show in Fort Worth, Texas March 8-15, 1913275 - Third place Ribbon from National Feeders and Breeders Show in Fort Worth, Texas March 8-15, 1913
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DESCRIPTION 10.75" x 5.25" cream white ribbon with gilt lettering. **Good condition. Some fading and discoloration with some wea to corne...
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**Colt SIngle Action Army Revolver from the 101 Ranch, Belonging to Performer Vernon Seaver276 - **Colt SIngle Action Army Revolver from the 101 Ranch, Belonging to Performer Vernon Seaver
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DESCRIPTION .44-40 caliber, 7.5" barrel, S/N 326162 (ca. 1913). All numbers match with the exception of the grips, the right of which is marked...
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Plains Style Bow and Arrows with Quiver and Case277 - Plains Style Bow and Arrows with Quiver and Case
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DESCRIPTION Bow measures 41" between arrow-shaped string nocks, flat profile. Arrow shafts are tipped with tanged iron heads bound in sinew. Di...
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101 Ranch and Wild West Show Images including "Yardlong"278 - 101 Ranch and Wild West Show Images including "Yardlong"
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DESCRIPTION Lot includes three large-format images depicting the cast of the 101 Ranch Wild West Show and the Buffalo Bill Wild West Show. Images disp
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Picture of Maggie Turner, Wife of Bill Pickett279 - Picture of Maggie Turner, Wife of Bill Pickett
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DESCRIPTION 9" x 12.5". Framed image of Maggie Turner, who married rodeo performer Bill Pickett in 1890. Maggie was born the enslaved daug...
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Photos of 101 Ranch Personalities280 - Photos of 101 Ranch Personalities
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DESCRIPTION Lot consists of a selection of large format photographs, the largest measuring 10.75" x 13.75" depicting individuals closely a...
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