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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 A rare, unpublished Will James watercolor will be offered, as well as a number of 1st edition Will James books with original drawings and signatures.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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Ross Stefan (1934-1999)31 - Ross Stefan (1934-1999)
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Pueblo Evening 22” x 30” Framed to 31 1/2” x 39 1/4” Oil on Canvas Signed lower right Ross Stefan Ex: Denver Art Museum; Harmsen Museum of Art Exhibit
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Estimate : 4,500.00 - 5,500.00
Sold to floor for 3,500.00
 
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William Matthews (b. 1949)32 - William Matthews (b. 1949)
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Buffalo 18 1/2” x 18 1/2” Shadow box framed to 28 1/2” square Watercolor on paper Signed lower right William Matthews Gallery tag attached to reverse.
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Estimate : 2,500.00 - 3,500.00
Sold to floor for 2,500.00
 
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Linda Tippetts (b. 1944)33 - Linda Tippetts (b. 1944)
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The Sacred Lodge 18” x 24” Framed to 25” x 31” Oil on Masonite Signed lower right Inscribed lower right Where Brothers Begin – Promises are Spoken – N
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Estimate : 2,000.00 - 3,000.00
Sold to floor for 200.00
 
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Thomas deDecker (b. 1951)34 - Thomas deDecker (b. 1951)
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Native American Campsite 16” x 20” Oil on board Signed lower right
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Estimate : 2,000.00 - 3,000.00
Sold to floor for 1,150.00
 
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“Cowboy” Chuck Ryan35 - “Cowboy” Chuck Ryan
Brian Lebel's Old West Events
Lot includes: belt & holster rig, revolvers, boots, buckle, spurs, photos, book. Belt and holster rig with a pair of Great Western single action...
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Estimate : 4,500.00 - 5,500.00
Sold to floor for 4,500.00
 
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Montie Montana Shirt and Pants36 - Montie Montana Shirt and Pants
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Turk shirt with embroidered floral design, blue yoke, Montie’s famous Rocking MM brand on chest and over pockets on pants. 2 pair of pants, one with r
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Estimate : 800.00 - 1,200.00
Sold to floor for 600.00
 
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Buck Jones Personal Belt Buckle37 - Buck Jones Personal Belt Buckle
Brian Lebel's Old West Events
3-piece sterling and gold set, most likely made by the Srour Company in Los Angeles in the late 1920s or early 1930s for mega cowboy movie star Buck J
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Estimate : 6,000.00 - 8,000.00
Sold to floor for 5,000.00
 
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Tim McCoy Movie Poster38 - Tim McCoy Movie Poster
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“Cornered” c.1932 Lithograph poster, 40” x 27” Morgan Litho Co. Framed in step style to 51” x 38”
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Estimate : 2,000.00 - 2,500.00
Sold to floor for 1,500.00
 
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Pair of Buffalo Ranch Lithographs39 - Pair of Buffalo Ranch Lithographs
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“Real Wild West” posters 55 1/2” x 20” each. Colorful and exciting graphics. a) Cowboys - Cowgirls - Indians - Mexicans “History Blended with Pleasant
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Estimate : 1,500.00 - 2,500.00
Sold to floor for 1,800.00
 
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Gary Keithley Melba, ID Custom Qualey Pattern Spurs40 - Gary Keithley Melba, ID Custom Qualey Pattern Spurs
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Extra large size with 2 3/4”- 30 pt rowels. Sterling conchos and buckles. Conchos are 2 1/4” with synthetic rubies. Inside marked with Gary’s maker-ma
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Estimate : 3,000.00 - 4,000.00
Sold to floor for 3,250.00
 
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