The Bud Shrake Estate Auction

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Burley Auction is proud to present the estate collection of legendary Texas author Edwin “Bud” Shrake. A collection full of all things Texas. Willie Nelson autographs & photos, Jerry Jeff Walker items, a fine collection Armadillo World Headquarters posters & Jim Franklin artwork. A collection full of relics from historic sporting events from Super Bowl III to Cassius Clay / Muhammad Ali prize fights, & golf memorabilia. Fantastic sports memorabilia & autographs collected by Bud as he covered the top sporting events of the 1960’s-70’s as a writer for Sports Illustrated. Original artworks from Leroy Neiman & others.

A Winchester 1886 rifle given to him as the screen writer for the Steve McQueen film, Tom Horn. Memorabilia & relics from “The Lion of Texas Letters” (as the Austin-American Statesman paper dubbed him). One of Texas’ most celebrated authors, & member of “Mad Dog Inc.” Bud had a front row seat to some of the most iconic events in the world (& Austin Texas) in the 1960’s-70’s.

Shrake was Texas Governor Ann Richards companion for 17 years, until her death in 2006. As the "first gentleman of Texas," he escorted Richards to her inaugural ball. To say Bud Shrake had an interesting life & career would be a huge understatement. This vast & varied collection will attest to that. Please make plans to join us Saturday April 20th at Burley Auction Gallery for a one of a kind estate auction of legendary Texas writer Edwin “Bud” Shrake.

PLUS! The lifelong poster collection of the artist Rick Turner. Over 150 of the best pieces from his personal collection. Rare & scarce Austin music posters & original art. "Rick Turner grew up in San Antonio, arrived in Austin late in 1968 and immediately immersed himself in the counter cultural psychedelic society that had already grown roots. After publishing a book of drawings entitled 'Austintatious,' Rick, along with Kerry Awn and Tommy (Tommy Bee) Bauman, received the seminal commission to paint the vendors’ 23rd street market mural. Although Rick contributed poster work for most of the major clubs, his focus at this time was airbrushed wall paintings and performing with the band Sons of Uranium Savages" - Austin Museum of Popular Culture. Rick happens to be in Austin the weeks prior to the auction & will be in attendance at that auction.

PLUS!! A fine collection of Texas pottery & stoneware. H. Wilson, advertising saloon jugs, mini jugs, Meyer pottery & much more!!! Over 70 pieces. Plus!!! An estate full of antiques, art, bronzes, western art, antique gold & silver coins, & more!

Please make plans to join us 4/20 at Noon for an Austintatious time in New Braunfels. MORE LOTS WILL BE ADDED TO CATALOG, SO PLEASE CHECK BACK OFTEN! Burleyauction.com. 20%BP (25% online) TX#15184.

Burley Auction is looking for quality Texas focused consignments for this auction, consign today! It's easy! Email photos, details & questions to info@burleyauction.com.
All items sold as is where is. See photos for condition, email info@burleyauction.com or call 830-629-9280 (Prior to sale day) if you have specific condition questions.

Winning bidders will receive an invoice on or before end-of-day Tuesday following the auction.
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"Zapata" Amado Peña, Jr21 - "Zapata" Amado Peña, Jr
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Screen Print on paper, dated 1975 signed lower right by Amado Maurilio Pena, Jr. 12" x 18" From the personal collection of Bud Shrake
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"Mad Dog Ranch" Signed Anne Coe LE Print22 - "Mad Dog Ranch" Signed Anne Coe LE Print
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Signed lower right by artist Anne Coe, limited edition 108/125. Frame measures 33" x 37.5" From the personal collection of Bud Shrake
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John Gibson Signed Gourd Art23 - John Gibson Signed Gourd Art
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Signed John Gibson 98. Approximately 13 1/2" x 10' x 8". From the personal collection of Bud Shrake
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John Gibson Signed Gourd Art24 - John Gibson Signed Gourd Art
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Signed John Gibson 98. Approximately 13 1/2" x 10' x 8". From the personal collection of Bud Shrake
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Navajo Yei Rug25 - Navajo Yei Rug
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Measures 35" x 51". From the personal collection of Bud Shrake
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Antique Plains Indian Coup Counting Stick26 - Antique Plains Indian Coup Counting Stick
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Hide wrapped with horn-end, painted and bead decorated. 13.25" x 25.5".From the personal collection of Bud Shrake
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Antique Chinese Opium Pipe27 - Antique Chinese Opium Pipe
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Approximately 17" Long, Bowl is 1" Diameter. Tip is broken but may be repaired. From the personal collection of Bud Shrake
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Antique Horn Handle Dagger with Scabbard28 - Antique Horn Handle Dagger with Scabbard
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Horn handle, iron scabbard inset with reptile skin. 11 3/8" blade, overall length 16" From the personal collection of Bud Shrake
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WWI Collins & Co Engineer Bolo Machete & Scabbard29 - WWI Collins & Co Engineer Bolo Machete & Scabbard
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Blade measures 15", overall length 20". Wood handle has chipped on one side. From the personal collection of Bud Shrake
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Large Collection Of Frontier Times Magazine30 - Large Collection Of Frontier Times Magazine
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Published in1920's & 1930's by J. Marvin Hunter, Bandera, Texas. From the personal collection of Bud Shrake
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Smith & Wesson Model 38 Revolver .38 Special31 - Smith & Wesson Model 38 Revolver .38 Special
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S/N J939242. Air-Weight Bodyguard with 2" barrel. Very good condition, with S&W holster. Modern. From the personal collection of Bud Shrake
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Colt Police Positive Revolver .38 Special32 - Colt Police Positive Revolver .38 Special
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S/N 53981M. Later model 1977 manufacture. 4" barrel, very good condition. With holster. Modern. From the personal collection of Bud Shrake
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Springfield/Stevens 20 GA Double-Barrel Shotgun33 - Springfield/Stevens 20 GA Double-Barrel Shotgun
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S/N E942632. 26" double. Working condition, bluing worn, some surface marring. Modern From the personal collection of Bud Shrake
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Fishing Reels To Bud Shrake From King of Sweden35 - Fishing Reels To Bud Shrake From King of Sweden
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Abu Svangsta Delta 5 Fly rod and reel combo (2) Abu Garcia Ambassador 6000 & 9000 reels that were gifted to Bud Shrake from the King of Sweden. ...
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George Foreman Signed Sports Illustrated To Bud36 - George Foreman Signed Sports Illustrated To Bud
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Signed "To Bud Thanks George Foreman". December 16, 1975 signed cover along with complete unsigned issue of same month. The article was wr...
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Sonny Liston Portrait Sports Illustrated Cover37 - Sonny Liston Portrait Sports Illustrated Cover
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Two issues from May 24, 1965. From the personal collection of Bud Shrake
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George Foreman vs. Joe Frazier Fight Press Pass38 - George Foreman vs. Joe Frazier Fight Press Pass
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"The Sunshine Showdown", Monday January 22,1973. National Stadium, Kingston, Jamaica. Measures 2.75" x 6.5" From the personal co...
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LeRoy Neiman Super Bowl III Painting To Bud40 - LeRoy Neiman Super Bowl III Painting To Bud
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Mixed media on paper. Super Bowl III, inscribed; " To Bud, A day to remember, LeRoy." From the personal collection of Bud Shrake. Measures...
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Roy Lichtenstein 1966 Paris Review Poster41 - Roy Lichtenstein 1966 Paris Review Poster
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Signed bottom right by Lichtenstein and numbered 134/150. From the personal collection of Bud Shrake. Measures 26" x 40". Framed 27 3/4&qu...
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11th New York Film Festival Poster (1973)42 - 11th New York Film Festival Poster (1973)
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by Niki de Saint Phalle. 37" x 70" From the personal collection of Bud Shrake
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