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FRIDAY AUGUST 4, 2023 • VOL. 53, NO. 31
Morphy Auctions’ New Collaboration Off To Roaring Lancaster Hunting And Start At Cody Old West Show And Auction Ca. 1930s Edward H. Bohlin Sterling Silver Parade Saddle Led An Impressive Lineup, Selling For $50,820 An affinity for the lore and history of the American West was the common denominator that connected premier dealers with enthusiastic collectors at Brian Lebel’s 33rd annual Cody Old West Show and Auction held June 23, 24 and 25 at the Community Convention Center in Santa Fe, N.M. A muchanticipated highlight of the long weekend was the June 24 on-site auction of Western and Native American relics, produced in association with Morphy Auctions. A review of the show portion will appear in next week’s issue.
broncos, Texas Longhorns and covenemies, ered wagons and lavishly eagles. Pattern mounted with silver No. 16 Garcia conchos, it spurs are charmed shown in bidders, the 1997 w h o b o o k , pushed “Bit and its price S p u r all the Makers way to in the an estiVaquero mateTradition” topping $50,820. (Ned and As dazJody Martin). The zling as the auction pair sold saddle was, it had to fight near high estifor the spotlight when a mate for $27,830. pair of Tony Lama “El Rey II” Matching handmade cowboy boots the spurs dollar crossed the auction block. for dollar was a Ordered through Luskey’s Yuma (Arizona) 1966 catalog and subseterritorial prisonquently used as a roadside made hitched attraction on Route 66, the horsehair bridle gold-leaf-inlaid boots were with American flags adorned with an incredible 54 on the reins and carats of diamonds, rubies and romal and diamond sapphires. The fancy footwear swells on the brow settled within estimate at and nose bands. The fine, ca. 1930s Horse $24,200. tack The tradition of Edward H. Bohlin sterling created by Western artistry also silver parade saddle with p r i s o n e r s extends to outstanding leather and between 1885 s p u r s silver carving and silver and the 1920s and bri- conchos sold above high is avidly purdles, as estimate for $50,820. sued by both seen in equine and several prized Western art collectors. Yuma prison These one-of-a-kind pair of Tony Lama “El Rey II” auction entries. productions, with their complicathandmade cowboy boots custom-ordered from A fantastic pair ed diamond designs and unique Luskey’s 1966 catalog, premium-grade black calf with of G.S. Garcia sil- color combinations, are among the inlaid gold leaf and 54 carats of diamonds, rubies and ver-inlaid spurs most desirable of all. Against an sapphires, sold within estimate for $24,200. executed in estimate of $15,000-$20,000, the Pattern No. 16, auction bridle galloped to a final The lively specialty auction cor- known as “‘Rattlesnake,” lived up price of $27,830. ralled many of the top collector cate- to their name with meticulouslyExceptional Native American gories, including cowboy antiques detailed decorations of writhing artistry was on display in a ca. 1870and collectibles, Native American rattlers and conchos engraved with 80 Cheyenne beaded cradle. artifacts, silver saddles, horse tack, images of their feared overhead Decorated in a traditional geometric antique and historic firearms, Hollywood cowboy memorabilia, Western fine art, Old West gambling and saloon items, and Western decorative arts and furniture. In total, the auction took in $922,500 inclusive of buyer’s premium. The average selling price per lot was a buoyant $3,000. To no one’s surprise, the magical Edward H. Bohlin name commanded top-lot honors in the form of a ca. 1930s sterling silver parade saddle. An extravagant creation by the legendary saddlemaker to the stars, it featured both elaborately tooled leather and finely engraved silver components, and bore a Dan Morphy, Morphy Auctions’ founder and principal auctioneer, strong resemblance to a style iden- presided over the June 24 auction proceedings before a full house of tified in Bohlin catalogs as the motivated bidders, many wearing sharp-looking cowboy hats or other “Marietta.” Decorated with bucking Western attire.
motif in a colorful medley of turquoise, yellow, red, dark blue and green beads, the well-constructed cradle was backed by Native-tanned buffalo hide and mounted to wood slats studded with brass tacks. It ended its bidding run at $22,990. The sale included seven artworks by Will James
Fishing Show Set Event Will Feature 100 Dealers
The 63rd Lancaster Hunting and Fishing Show and Sale will take place at the Lancaster Farm & Home Center on Saturday, Aug. 12. The facility is located at 1383 Arcadia Road in Lancaster, Pa. For directions, take Service Road off Route 72 South (Manheim Pike) and turn between Jones Honda and Car Lots on Service Road. Signs will be posted. Show hours will be from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Admission will be $5. Children under the age of 12 will be admitted free of charge when Continued on page 7
Wadsworth Atheneum Museum Of Art Acquires Important Rosalba Carriera Portrait Created Around 1730, Major Work Is By One Of The Most Important Artists Of The 18th Century And Most Famous Female Artist Of Her Time
Exceptionally fine ca. 1870-80 Cheyenne cradle, fully beaded on Native-tanned buffalo hide, traditional geometric motif, mounted to wood slats studded with brass tacks, sold for $22,990. (Canadian/American, 1892-1942), all with themes involving cowboys and horses. Of that selection, a signed, dated (’34) but untitled graphite-on-board artwork depicting a cowboy roping a Longhorn steer fared best, finishing within estimate at $36,300. Prior to auction day, many dozens of bidders had been following a scarce two-page Nov. 14, 1904, pictorial “wanted” poster offering a $2,000 reward for Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid. The poster had been Issued by Pinkerton’s National Detective Agency after determining it was “George” (in actuality, Robert) Parker and Harry Longbaugh (Cassidy and Sundance) Continued on page 6
The Wadsworth Atheneum has acquired an outstanding work by Rosalba Carriera (also known as “Rosalba”), the most famous woman artist working in the 18th century and admired as a pioneering and brilliant pastellist. “Portrait of a Gentleman” (ca. 1730) was created when she reached the height of her career, portraying the upper echelons of society with a deft hand and observational sensitivity. It is the first example of the artist’s work in the Wadsworth Atheneum’s collection. Continued on page 2
In This Issue SHOPS, SHOWS & MARKETS . . . . . . . . . starting on page 2 SHOPS DIRECTORY . . . . . . . . . on page 4 EVENT & AUCTION CALENDAR . on page 5 AUCTION SALE BILLS . . starting on page 6 AUCTIONEER DIRECTORY . . . . on page 6
FEATURE SHOW: Carlisle GM Nationals Show, June 23 And 24 - Page 3
CLASSIFIEDS . . . . . . . . . . . . .on page 7