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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Contemporary NMLRA Trophy Pipe Tomahawk281 - Contemporary NMLRA Trophy Pipe Tomahawk
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DESCRIPTION 7" x 2.25" head with 19" functional pipe haft. Engraved on blade "JOE MEGERLE/KY LONGRIFLE TEAM/1973". Given as...
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Lot of Trade Knives and Axes282 - Lot of Trade Knives and Axes
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DESCRIPTION Lot includes a selection of trade axes and blades, the largest measuring 17" x 8.5". **Fair condition overall. Some scattered...
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Large Powder Horn283 - Large Powder Horn
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DESCRIPTION 29" length along outside curve. Wooden plug secured with wooden pegs. Carved faceted rings on spout. **Good condition overall. Som...
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Lot of Three Powder Horns284 - Lot of Three Powder Horns
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DESCRIPTION Lot consists of two powder horns and one priming horn, the largest measures 9.25" long from the outside curve. One horn has been pa...
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Lot of Three Powder Horns285 - Lot of Three Powder Horns
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DESCRIPTION Lot includes three powder horns, the largest measuring 12.75" on the longest side. Wooden plugs secured with iron pins, some exampl...
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Lot of Bison Horn Tools286 - Lot of Bison Horn Tools
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DESCRIPTION Lot consists of six tools formed from bison bones, the largest measuring 14.5". Tools have been cut, smoothed, and otherwise altere...
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Mississippian Style Clay Pot287 - Mississippian Style Clay Pot
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DESCRIPTION 5.5" x 6.75" with flared rim and tapered bottom. Visible temper appears to be quartz or shell. Visible lines from forming tool...
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Western Style Rug288 - Western Style Rug
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DESCRIPTION 85." x 48". Western style polychrome rug with geometric motifs. **Some bleeding of color from age with some scattered stains ...
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Western Style Rug289 - Western Style Rug
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DESCRIPTION 39" x 65". Polychrome geometric motifs with whip stitching on border. **Good condition overall. Some minor soling and stainin...
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Western Style Rug290 - Western Style Rug
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DESCRIPTION 65" x 37". Black, red, gray, and cream color in geometric forms. Visible lazy lines. **Some bleeding of red coloring with som...
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