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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 A rare, unpublished Will James watercolor will be offered, as well as a number of 1st edition Will James books with original drawings and signatures.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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Silver Hip Flask390 - Silver Hip Flask
Brian Lebel's Old West Events
Wild western whiskey storage. Front adorned with a cowboy riding a wild bucking bronc. Marked on swing, 10 oz. 2300, PS. Co., 7” x 4 1/2”
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Estimate : 600.00 - 800.00
Sold to floor for (800.00) = 800.00
 
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Decorative Cast Eagle Topper391 - Decorative Cast Eagle Topper
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Vintage American Eagle on globe with leaves and berries 11” x 15”, stands 16” tall with its custom stand. Later gold paint applied overall. Circa mid
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Estimate : 1,000.00 - 1,500.00
Sold to floor for (650.00) = 650.00
 
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Gold Quartz Accessories392 - Gold Quartz Accessories
Brian Lebel's Old West Events
a) Pair of oval cuff links or shirt buttons, fancy gold lace setting with raised gold insert. The stones are well matched and each have nice color wit
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Estimate : 1,000.00 - 1,500.00
Sold to floor for (800.00) = 800.00
 
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Saloon Room Divider or Detractor393 - Saloon Room Divider or Detractor
Brian Lebel's Old West Events
Wall unit most likely used in a high end saloon or hotel at the entry or exit to give privacy upon arrival. 6’ wide by 7’ tall with stained glass surr
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 2,500.00 - 3,500.00
Sold to floor for (2,500.00) = 2,500.00
 
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Marked Saloon Doors394 - Marked Saloon Doors
Brian Lebel's Old West Events
Early saloon style swinging doors by “The Brunswick Balke Collender Co. Makers Co.” on push plate area, both sides. Double brass bars one side. Insert
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Estimate : 1,500.00 - 2,000.00
Sold to floor for (600.00) = 600.00
 
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Saloon Size Roulette Wheel395 - Saloon Size Roulette Wheel
Brian Lebel's Old West Events
Harris & Co New York marked table top wheel, 20” dia. and 5” tall. Walnut and bird’s-eye maple with gold numbering. Missing one nickel separator.
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Estimate : 300.00 - 500.00
Sold to floor for (1,000.00) = 1,000.00
 
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Lot of Two (2) Cody, Wyoming Cowboy Hats396 - Lot of Two (2) Cody, Wyoming Cowboy Hats
Brian Lebel's Old West Events
a) John B. Stetson The Boss – Raw Edge hat bought at Dave Jones, Cody with multicolored 7/8” horsehair hatband with Valley Ranch’s brand lazy JD on a
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Estimate : 900.00 - 1,400.00
Sold to floor for (700.00) = 700.00
 
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Lot of 4 Contemporary Custom Cowboy Boots397 - Lot of 4 Contemporary Custom Cowboy Boots
Brian Lebel's Old West Events
a) Lucchese tall stovepipe two-tone brown with overlaid tops and 4 line stitching, 8 1/2 D, 11” x 16 1/2” tall. Fine condition; b) M.L. Leddy, San Ang
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Estimate : 1,000.00 - 1,500.00
Sold to floor for (400.00) = 400.00
 
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H. H. Heiser Bronc Belt398 - H. H. Heiser Bronc Belt
Brian Lebel's Old West Events
Wide ( 7”) leather belt with studded edges and 2 stars. Central embossed American eagle. 3 buckle, excellent condition, with HHH rivets and central ca
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Estimate : 400.00 - 500.00
Sold to floor for (300.00) = 300.00
 
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Chet Vogt Concho Belt399 - Chet Vogt Concho Belt
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Sterling silver, gold filled and leather. 30” x 3” wide belt with 5 unique 2 1/2” conchos sporting overlaid western scenes, bucking horse, longhorn, b
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Estimate : 700.00 - 900.00
Sold to floor for (250.00) = 250.00
 
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