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Denver Old West Auction

Auction CurrencyUSD Auction Location451 East 58th Avenue, Denver, Colorado, 90034, United States In Person PreviewLive Preview during the Denver Old West Show at the Denver Merchandise Mart

Auction Details

The only known photograph of Billy the Kid (the “Upham tintype”), a signed and numbered serigraph from Andy Warhol’s "Cowboys and Indians" series, and an extensive collection of new-to-market Buffalo Bill and Wild West memorabilia are among the highlights at Brian Lebel’s 22nd annual Old West Auction, June 25, 5pm at the Denver Merchandise Mart.

The 130-year old tintype of Billy the Kid is the only authenticated photograph of The Kid known to exist, and is widely regarded as the most important photograph of the American West. Extensively studied and documented, the photograph is nearly as famous as its infamous subject. A tintype of Billy’s friend, Dan Dedrick (to whom Billy gave his tintype), is included in the lot, along with other photos and letters from the Dedrick family and their descendants. Another piece of history can be found in J.A. Garrett’s Colt Single Action, which has documentation linking it to the Johnson County War.

Fine Western art at this year’s sale includes an important Edward Borein watercolor, "California Vaquero", from the estate of noted Borein collector Katherine Haley. A rare, unpublished Will James watercolor will be offered, as well as a number of 1st edition Will James books with original drawings and signatures. The Old West Auction will offer its first ever Andy Warhol, the 1986 Mother and Child, signed and numbered "TP 18/36". Other Western artists to be offered include Harry Jackson, Will Crawford, Nick Eggenhofer, Ross Stefan, Eric Michaels, Remington Schuyler, Joe Beeler and Ralph Lillywhite.

The personal collection of Buffalo Bill’s Wild West performer, Jordan Cottle will be offered for the first time, and includes a hand-drawn, hand signed, banner with original signatures from such noted Wild West performers as W.F. “Buffalo Bill” Cody, Annie Oakley, Frank Butler, Johnny Baker and others. One of W.F. Cody’s personal pocket watches is for sale, as are original copies of the (unconsummated) divorce proceedings from his wife, Louisa Cody, in which a witness accuses her of trying to poison her famous husband.

Fine saddles, spurs, bits, bridles and other cowboy items from noted names such as Bohlin, Visalia, Ortega, and Buermann will be offered. Native American artifacts for sale include a beaded Omaha man’s warshirt, pipe bags, Navajo textiles, parfleche items and Apache baskets. Hollywood cowboy items include a John Wayne movie hat and “The Lone Ranger,” Clayton Moore’s Colt Single Actions.

A full color catalog is available for purchase, and Internet, phone and absentee bidding are available. The live auction is held in conjunction with the 22nd annual Old West Show, an expo-style sale with 200 national dealers in Western antiques, art and merchandise. General admission to the Show is $5 and early buy-in is available.
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Edward H. Bohlin, Hollywood, California Texas Star Parade Spurs100 - Edward H. Bohlin, Hollywood, California Texas Star Parade Spurs
Brian Lebel's Old West Events
Fully mounted solid sterling silver parade spurs with three Texas stars on each heelband, twisted rope edge, 2 1/4” cookie cutter rowels with engraved
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Estimate : 3,000.00 - 4,000.00
Sold to floor for 2,700.00
 
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Edward H. Bohlin Parade Spurs101 - Edward H. Bohlin Parade Spurs
Brian Lebel's Old West Events
Multiple maker-marked Edward H. Bohlin / Hollywood / CA full-mounted sterling and 14K gold parade spurs with 2 1/4” cookie cutter rowels adorned with
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 3,000.00 - 4,000.00
Sold to floor for 3,800.00
 
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Edward H. Bohlin Gun Rig102 - Edward H. Bohlin Gun Rig
Brian Lebel's Old West Events
Early belt and holster with floral tooling and high relief 3-piece buckle set of sterling and 10K gold. Football shaped Bohlinmade marks and set of la
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 2,500.00 - 3,500.00
Sold to floor for 900.00
 
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Edward H. Bohlin, Hollywood, California Filigreed Double-Gun Rig103 - Edward H. Bohlin, Hollywood, California Filigreed Double-Gun Rig
Brian Lebel's Old West Events
Buscadero double-gun rig. Maker-marked and stamped on the back of the belt and both holsters. Gold foil background on the belt, silver background on t
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 5,000.00 - 7,000.00
Sold to buckles*com for 1,920.00
 
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Edward H. Bohlin Quick Draw Gun Rig104 - Edward H. Bohlin Quick Draw Gun Rig
Brian Lebel's Old West Events
Two-tone brown full floral carved buscadero rig Belt has .45 cal. cartridge loops, holster fits Colt Single Action 4 3/4” revolver. Small 1950s-60 Boh
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 1,500.00 - 2,500.00
Sold to floor for 1,100.00
 
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Edward H. Bohlin, Hollywood, California Parade Spurs105 - Edward H. Bohlin, Hollywood, California Parade Spurs
Brian Lebel's Old West Events
Fully mounted, Edward H. Bohlin Hollywood, Calif (shield cartouche) maker-mark sterling silver parade spurs with gold diamond on the 3/4” wide heelban
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 3,000.00 - 4,000.00
Sold to floor for 3,600.00
 
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Edward H. Bohlin, Hollywood, California Brown Saddle106 - Edward H. Bohlin, Hollywood, California Brown Saddle
Brian Lebel's Old West Events
14 1/2“ seat, floral carved, 18” long tapaderos, 3” swells, round skirts, original horsehair cinch, California braided rawhide reata. Cheyenne roll, r
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 2,500.00 - 4,000.00
Sold to floor for 2,200.00
 
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Edward H. Bohlin, Hollywood, Calif Sheriff’s Saddle107 - Edward H. Bohlin, Hollywood, Calif Sheriff’s Saddle
Brian Lebel's Old West Events
Fine flower tooled brown saddle with silver horn cap engraved for Dr. Elmer T. Jaffe and overlaid with a 1 1/4” gold and enameled star Deputy Sheriff
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 2,000.00 - 3,000.00
Sold to floor for 1,100.00
 
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Edward H. Bohlin Diamond Belt & Buckle108 - Edward H. Bohlin Diamond Belt & Buckle
Brian Lebel's Old West Events
Size 38-40 (measuring approx 44” overall), Edward H. Bohlin Hollywood maker-marked black diamond belt with 3-piece, one-inch sterling ranger set. Exce
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 2,000.00 - 3,000.00
Sold to floor for 2,500.00
 
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Edward H. Bohlin Filigreed Longhorn Buckle109 - Edward H. Bohlin Filigreed Longhorn Buckle
Brian Lebel's Old West Events
Sterling & 18K three-color gold, 3 1/2” oval filigreed Bohlin, Hollywood maker-marked trophy buckle with gold longhorn. Green, pink and yellow g...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 3,000.00 - 4,000.00
Sold to floor for 1,600.00
 
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