Auction Details
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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31 - Cascades Imbricated Pack BasketLewis & Grant Auctions
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4.25" x 5.5". Tightly coiled construction with evidence of old imbricated design, trade cloth straps **Good condition overall...
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32 - Large Havasupai Water CarrierLewis & Grant Auctions
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Height: 19.75" , diameter: 39.75" at widest point. **Good overall condition with remnants of pitch sealant in weaving. One ca...
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33 - Missouri War AxeLewis & Grant Auctions
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21.75" overall length with 4" x 7.75" iron head. Head with heat cut out and American eagle on each side. Band of head ado...
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34 - Plains TomahawkLewis & Grant Auctions
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16.5" hexagonal haft with iron-pinned brass tacks and checkerboard file decoration. 4.5" x 2" brass head. **Untouched pa...
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35 - Plains TomahawkLewis & Grant Auctions
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18.5" tapered wood haft with burnt file and iron-pin brass tack decoration along with two horse hair tassels. 8" x 3.5" ...
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36 - Contemporary Mounted Pipe TomahawkLewis & Grant Auctions
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19.25" haft adorned with iron-pin brass tacks and brass wire. Contemporary rawhide wrap. Iron Head measures 7.25" x 2.25"...
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37 - Plains TomahawkLewis & Grant Auctions
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21.25" wooden haft with magnetic brass tacks. 8.25" x 3.25" iron head with square back. Blade appears to show markings &q...
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39 - Calumet Pipe with StemLewis & Grant Auctions
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5" x 3.25" calumet pipe bowl of typical form with 28" x 1.5" carved polychrome stem. **Good condition overall. Some...
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40 - Plains Indian SaddleLewis & Grant Auctions
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Rawhide-covered wood construction with leather straps leading to wooden stirrups. Stand not included. **Good condition overall. Some shri
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