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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 A rare, unpublished Will James watercolor will be offered, as well as a number of 1st edition Will James books with original drawings and signatures.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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Miller Bit & Spur Spurs41 - Miller Bit & Spur Spurs
Brian Lebel's Old West Events
Single diamond pattern silver inlaid spurs. Heavy drop shank holding 2 1/4” - 20 point rowels. Double heel chains and basketweave straps. All original
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 1,500.00 - 2,000.00
Sold to floor for (500.00) = 500.00
 
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Impressive Bill Adamson Spurs42 - Impressive Bill Adamson Spurs
Brian Lebel's Old West Events
A very significant pair of large spurs, double mounted with steerheads over full silver overlay on one side and cut out silver card suit pattern on th
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 4,000.00 - 5,000.00
Sold to floor for (5,000.00) = 5,000.00
 
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Denny Lytle & James L. Mower Spurs43 - Denny Lytle & James L. Mower Spurs
Brian Lebel's Old West Events
Intricately engraved gunmetal spurs by the sought after Utah makers. Bottom row of domed buttons with central scroll engraved 1 3/8” dome. Early Calif
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 2,500.00 - 3,500.00
Sold to floor for (1,700.00) = 1,700.00
 
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Gary Wiggins Swan Spurs44 - Gary Wiggins Swan Spurs
Brian Lebel's Old West Events
Marker-marked WIGGINS 178-03 3 of 12 inside the heelband. Fully silver mounted swan spurs with brass beaks, brass and silver trim, swinging buttons, e
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 1,500.00 - 2,000.00
Sold to floor for (2,500.00) = 2,500.00
 
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Mark Dahl (TCA) Heart Spurs45 - Mark Dahl (TCA) Heart Spurs
Brian Lebel's Old West Events
Early pair of Mark Dahl, Deeth, Nev maker-marked and dated 1985 silver inlaid heart pattern spurs with heart-shaped chap guard and rowel pin cover. 2
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 1,500.00 - 2,000.00
Sold to floor for (1,200.00) = 1,200.00
 
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Full Mounted Ron Bliss Spurs46 - Full Mounted Ron Bliss Spurs
Brian Lebel's Old West Events
California style spurs with split heelband and multiple silver domes, an homage to Rex Schnitger. Off-side has 5 raised squares inlaid in silver and e
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 1,500.00 - 2,000.00
Sold to floor for (500.00) = 500.00
 
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Herman Wells, Penwell, Texas Intricate Iron Spurs47 - Herman Wells, Penwell, Texas Intricate Iron Spurs
Brian Lebel's Old West Events
Fine gunmetal engraved spurs featuring stylized diamond pattern 2 3/4” shanks holding a 2 1/2” rowel, fine inlaid edges, swinging buttons, inside mark
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 2,000.00 - 3,000.00
Sold to floor for (650.00) = 650.00
 
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Canon City Colorado Prison Spurs48 - Canon City Colorado Prison Spurs
Brian Lebel's Old West Events
Classic double or full mounted spurs with turned up buttons. Shanks with chap guard and bird head ends holding a 1 7/8” rowel. Engraving worn and slig
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 700.00 - 900.00
Sold to cntyguy for (1,200.00 + 240.00BP) = 1,440.00
 
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Bill Adamson Full Mounted Texas Spurs49 - Bill Adamson Full Mounted Texas Spurs
Brian Lebel's Old West Events
Crockett marked spurs with Adamson mark under button. The 1” band is decorated with raised Kelly Bros. style steerhead on one side and star with cresc
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 1,000.00 - 1,400.00
Sold to floor for (1,800.00) = 1,800.00
 
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Bill Adamson (b. 1929) Eagle & Dice Spurs50 - Bill Adamson (b. 1929) Eagle & Dice Spurs
Brian Lebel's Old West Events
Large Texas pattern spurs with copper eagle and pair of dice mountings on 1 1/4” bands. High hook shanks with silver and copper overlays holding a fin
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 1,500.00 - 2,000.00
Sold to floor for (1,600.00) = 1,600.00
 
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