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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 A rare, unpublished Will James watercolor will be offered, as well as a number of 1st edition Will James books with original drawings and signatures.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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G. S. Garcia White Shotgun Chaps81 - G. S. Garcia White Shotgun Chaps
Brian Lebel's Old West Events
White horsehair shotgun chaps. Well marked with small block letters. 95% of hair intact, overall very good with some extra stitching on belt and cuffs
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 1,500.00 - 2,500.00
Sold to floor for 1,200.00
 
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Leon Andrews, Ponca City, Oklahoma Custom Bit & Spur Set81A - Leon Andrews, Ponca City, Oklahoma Custom Bit & Spur Set
Brian Lebel's Old West Events
Texas style gal-leg spurs with card suit overlays on the band, finely engraved legs and 12 point rowels. The matching bit is a classic gal leg curb st
Bidding Has Concluded
Sold to floor for 1,100.00
 
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Deerlodge Horsehair Bridle82 - Deerlodge Horsehair Bridle
Brian Lebel's Old West Events
Deerlodge prisonmade horsehair bridle with light background, red and turquoise geometric designs and American flags on the cheeks. All original leathe
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 2,000.00 - 2,500.00
Sold to floor for 1,100.00
 
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Deerlodge Horsehair Bridle83 - Deerlodge Horsehair Bridle
Brian Lebel's Old West Events
Prisonmade, hitched horsehair bridle, reins, romal with light background with bright and colorful geometric, triangular designs. Pair of early round a
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 2,500.00 - 3,000.00
Sold to floor for 2,300.00
 
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Yuma Arizona Prison Bridle84 - Yuma Arizona Prison Bridle
Brian Lebel's Old West Events
Colorful hitched horsehair bridle with bright pink, turquoise, orange, red, white and yellow diamonds over black background. 5 tassels across forehead
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 2,000.00 - 3,000.00
Sold to floor for 1,900.00
 
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Early Native American Silver Bridle85 - Early Native American Silver Bridle
Brian Lebel's Old West Events
Plains or southern plains bridle, all original. Very unusual to find with the original leather. Finely detailed with 1 3/4” naja and 3” pierced round
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 5,000.00 - 7,000.00
Sold to floor for 3,000.00
 
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Complete Ortega Headstall & Reins with Bit86 - Complete Ortega Headstall & Reins with Bit
Brian Lebel's Old West Events
Rawhide headstall constructed of double-8 plait, whipped, gaucho and herringbone knots. Matching closed reins with romal and Ortega maker-marked leath
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 6,500.00 - 7,500.00
Sold to floor for 4,500.00
 
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Luis B. Ortega fancy Braided Rawhide Hobbles87 - Luis B. Ortega fancy Braided Rawhide Hobbles
Brian Lebel's Old West Events
Flat-laced, eight strand body, red colored Spanish lacing on stainless steel center ring. Six-pointed red star on herringbone knot. 1 1/16” wide. Exce
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 2,000.00 - 3,000.00
Sold to floor for 1,000.00
 
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Luis B. Ortega Quirt88 - Luis B. Ortega Quirt
Brian Lebel's Old West Events
16” long, (32” overall) marked on popper Luis Ortega, with owners name H. Collins. Body of quirt has 8 buttons with red accents, 3 dark sections of fi
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 3,000.00 - 4,000.00
Sold to floor for 2,500.00
 
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Luis B. Ortega Light Hackamore or Bosalito89 - Luis B. Ortega Light Hackamore or Bosalito
Brian Lebel's Old West Events
Braided black rawhide body with natural tapering noseband and heel knot accented with black and red interweaves. White leather hanger. Fine condition,
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 2,000.00 - 2,500.00
Sold to floor for 1,900.00
 
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