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72001

Daguerreotype of a California 49er With Knife and Guns

An excellent daguerreotype of a California settler, recently removed from the city, nicely dressed and armed up for the rugged territory he is staking out for himself. An excellent image with total clarity, the man wears his New Orleans Gorham Bowie knife and small pistol in his belt as he leans on his Hawken muzzle-loader equipped with a sling. The daguerreotype has an angular composition and is striking in the pose of the man, his stare fixed on the camera, obviously anxious to get to the gold mines. In a leather tooled case, the photo is in very good condition with some repair to the binding of the leather case. From The William A. Turner Collection.

72002

A Cased Daguerreotype of a 49er Empty Dragoon Holster

This interesting daguerreotype is of stern looking man who appears ready for anything, except maybe battle. It appears that his Dragoon holster, a nice leather flap one at that, is empty with only something inside holding it in form. There is some light scratching at the 2pc. belt plate which appears to be of military or state issue, otherwise a nice leather-cased daguerreotype within a copper bordered frame.
From The William A.Turner Collection.

72003

DAGUERREOTYPE CALIFORNIA 49ER HOLDS A COLT DRAGOON 1850s. This great cased 1/6th plate image of a very young, dapper looking California Gold Rush 49er, sitting in an unidentified studio as he proudly presents his swagger stick and Colt percussion dragoon to the daguerreotypist. A very pleasing image from the Gold Rush country. Slight tinting on cheeks. Great contrast, but does have light toning around frame with a few spots and is not sealed. 2.75"x 3.75"
From The William Turner Collection.

72004

A Cased Daguerreotype of a 49er Holding a Gold Nugget. In 1848, James Marshall was surveying the water course of a sawmill he was building on the American River (California). He bent down to pick up a shiny metal object which turned out to be a gold nugget. Marshall touched off the chain of events that would culminate in the greatest of all western gold rushes. Within a year, 'The 49ers' as they came to be known, by the thousands made the mad scramble for the "New El Dorado." California gold fever spread like wildfire, luring prospective miners from around the world. The California Gold Rush was on. This Daguerreotype is a remnant of 'Days of Old, Days of Gold, Days of '49'.

This fantastic one-quarter plate daguerreotype of an unidentified gold miner sitting at a table with California gold miner's scales and holding a gold nugget is an extreme rarity. The photographer tinting shows great detail of his fancy vest and tie. The photographer then tinted this huge gold nugget that the man is holding. It is believed that the contents of the jar are fuses used in blasting at the mines. This image, even though it has some flaking, is a very rare item. The daguerreotype has the seal broken on verso, repaired tape hinge on case.
From The William A. Turner Collection.

72005

A Half-Plate Daguerreotype of a Gold Rush Mining Scene, ca. 1850s. The Forty-Niners in their unrelenting quest for gold nuggets, decimated the California mountain areas around them, not caring about the environment they were in. They dammed rivers, logged the forests for timber, and washed hillsides bare. The search for gold is evident in this daguerreotype.

This fantastic image of a mine at Marysville in northern California shows the signs of cooperation in this mining venture. The miners working with this ditch and moving countless wheelbarrows of rock, gravel, and dirt to the surface for sluicing to find these elusive gold nuggets take time to have their photograph made for history and are all staring directly into the camera. This unique image has 17 men working their claim, one of the largest number of miners know to exist in a daugerreotype, where they have built a wooden trough and pelton wheel to transfer water to the diggings. There is even a mining tent behind and in back of the flue system. These men posed for this photograph of a lifetime, one where they are captured in the Gold Rush environment, a picture like this is very rare and unique. Very fine condition, with great contrast, has two small spots at top, discoloration around edges, seal unbroken on verso, but the case is excellent.
From The William A. Turner Collection.

72006

CALIFORNIA "GOLD MINER" STANDING WITH MARYSVILLE GENTLEMAN. 1850s These rare daguerreotypes taken in the 1850's by both known and unknown makers portray the men and women through untold tales of those that went west to seek their golden fortunes. These Images preserve the expressions of hope and uncertainty in this unforgiving land.
This quarter-plate cased daguerreotype is of a miner with a two-piece gold-tinted eagle belt buckle and leather belt, shaking hands with what appears to be a prominent gentleman from Marysville. The miner has a typical shirt and hat. The business man standing next to him has a gold watch fob with a gold nugget hanging on the end, very nicely tinted. On the inner case printed on velvet, "R. H. Vance Premium Daguerrean Galleries, San Francisco, Sacramento & Marysville." The image has great contrast, partially cleaned, with light scratches. The daguerreotype has a broken seal but the case is in very fine condition.
From The William A. Turner Collection.

72007

1/6TH PLATE DAGUERREOTYPE CALIFORNIA "MULE SKINNER" WITH WHIP, ca. 1850s This one sixth (1/6th) plate of a mule skinner has his bull whip, great hat, and open front shirt. His shirt is tinted blue and still appears on the daguerreotype plate today as it appeared over 150 years ago. This amazing image has crisp sharpness with unbelievable contrast. The man has a very intense stare as he sits for the daguerreotypist to get his photograph taken. Dimensions: 2.75"x 3.25". Seal broken, image and case excellent condition. Some very light discoloration
. From The William A. Turner Collection.

72008

ONE-SIXTH PLATE DAGUERREOTYPE "FRONTIERSMAN" ca 1850s. This beautiful one-sixth plate daguerreotype taken in studio by a James P. Palmer photographer is of a frontiersman who has all the accoutrements he needs: mountain lion hide haversack, bed roll, fabulous San Francisco STeamer hat, large hatchet, & Lancaster-style Kentucky rifle. This image is in excellent condition with nice even contrast, some discoloration around frame, seal has been broken and the image has been re-sealed. In a magnificent leather case depicting a western "Sunset".
From The William A. Turner Collection.

72009

QUATER PLATE DAGUERREOTYPE FRONTIERSMEN WITH DRAGOON PEPPERBOX & HAWKEN RIFLE. ca 1850s This very rare cased one quarter plate Daguerreotype of mountain man/Frontiersman has all the accoutrements for his adventure. This full standing image of un-identified man with mountain lion sash, holding a Hawken Plains rifle, Dragoon pepperbox pistol in mountain lion pelt holster & axe in belt, definitely has the 49er/frontiersman look. As this is a very desirable and very hard to find image for the collector. Small paper tag on front of case "James A. Palmer, artist". 3.25"x 4.25". Seal has been broken. Photograph in very fine condition, great contrast, with only one toned spot on the axe. Case has been separated and repaired with leather. From The William A. Turner Collection.

72010

Ultra Rare 1/4th Plate Daguerreotype of Brevet Major General Richard Delafield, Being The Earliest Known Photograph Of Him. A highly important and likely unpublished image of a key American military figure of the early to mid 19th century, most likely taken in New Orleans or Texas. Accessible portraits of Delafield (1798-1873) date to the Civil War era and show him as an overweight elderly man. When sitting for this daguerreotype, however, he was still middle-aged and considerably slimmer. Delafield wears a U.S. Army Major or Lt. Colonel of Engineers dress uniform and cradles his staff officer's sword. Although his coat buttons are hard to identify given photographer's gilt, Delafield's belt plate clearly is dominated by the Engineers' distinctive castle - a device he personally promoted early in his career. Delafield's lifelong association with the Army Corps of Engineers began in 1818 upon graduating first in his class at West Point. His initial posting as a young lieutenant found him working on the Hampton Roads defenses in Virginia. Subsequent activities found Delafield engaged in defense construction along the Mississippi delta. Twenty years after graduating from the U.S. Military Academy, Delafield was appointed superintendent of the institution and held that position until 1845, commanding the likes of Robert Lee and Thomas Jackson. As the 1840s gave way to the 1850s, Delafield was engaged in building defenses for New York Harbor. In 1856, after visiting the Crimea as an observer, he was recalled from the field, again being placed in command of West Point. The onset of the Civil War brought Delafield back to New York City as commander of the harbor defenses he had helped construct several years earlier. The crowning achievement of Delafield's career came in 1864 when he became the U.S. Army's Chief Engineer. He retired in 1866 after nearly 50 years serving

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his country as an able administrator and practical engineer. Any military daguerreotype is highly collectible because of its inherent rarity. Delafield's portrait here is of the highest caliber on every front. There is a fingerprint in the right field, some fine abrasions to the left and three scratches on the subject's forehead. Fortunately, these detract very little from the overall appeal of the images. The case has excellent surfaces with only minor wear on the spine. From The William A. Turner Collection.

72011

An Ambrotype Studio Image of a Buffalo Hunter in A Buffalo Coat, ca. 1860s Very nice and hard to find cased one-sixth plate ambrotype of a buffalo hunter sitting in a studio with his double breasted buffalo coat. The photographer has tinted the face, the table is tinted red, and there also appears to be a little tinting to his coat. This image is printed on amber glass. 2.75"x3.75". Image fine condition. Case has tape repaired separated hinge, average condition. From The William Turner Collection.

72012

NATIVE AMERICAN WOODLANDS/GREAT LAKES INDIAN CHIEF DAGUERREOTYPE WITH A GEORGE III PEACE MEDAL, ca. 1840s-1850s.

This fantastic historical 1/6th plate, sealed & cased daguerreotype of an unidentified Native American Woodlands or Great Lakes Indian chief wearing a George III British Peace Medal is exquisite. The tinting is superb, as is the image. This man is wearing a handsome double-breasted coat and sash around his waist that appears to be accompanying a wampum bag. 2.75"x 3.25" Case has repair tape, but the image is in superb condition. From The William A. Turner Collection.

72013

CASED DAGUERREOTYPE OF CALIFORNIA GOLD RUSH MOUNTAIN MAN ca 1850s This cased one sixth (1/6th) plate daguerreotype appears to be of an unidentified male California Gold Rush 49'er. His flannel shirt (typical gold rush style) has spots all over it, he is also wearing a button down checkered shirt. He has a very stern stare at daguerreotypist. 2.75"x 3.25". Image in fine condition has flyspeck discoloration, case in very fine, and seal is broke. From The William Turner Collection.

72014

HAND-TINTED 1/6th PLATE TINTYPE OF UNKNOWN GAMBLER TYPE WITH PISTOL. A heavily-bearded man poses before a blank wall, proudly displaying a small pistol. He wears a suit coat and vest, and stares calmly into the camera lens. The photographer who added a pink tint to the subject's cheeks is unidentified. The tintype portrait is housed in an attractive embossed cardboard case with pressed velvet interior and a delicate clasp mechanism. Image is mounted behind glass and surrounded by a gilded, pressed-tin "frame." Although the cloth binding that keeps the front and back of the case together is beginning to separate, the image is attractive and in outstanding condition.

72015

HAND-TINTED 1/6th PLATE TINTYPE OF COWBOY. A young cowboy with pistols in his belt poses before a studio backdrop of an outdoor landscape. The young man rests his left arm on a stand draped with a decorative blanket. The young man's cheeks are lightly tinted, lending a lifelike feel to the image. The image is housed in a beautiful gutta-percha case with a deeply embossed floral pattern on both sides, a pressed velvet interior, and decorative pressed-tin, gilt "frame" around the image. Tintype shows minor dents, but these do not detract from the overall image.

72016

WAR VIEWS - "GENERAL CUSTER" VIEW BY BRADY, 1864 - This is is a rare stereograph of General Custer sitting with his dog in front of his Headquarters tent on or about July 11, 1864. This rare image is listed as 'K-38' in the Mark Katz volume Custer in Photographs, (Custer Battlefield Museum Publishing, 2001, page 30). Printed on the paper label on verso: 1861. War Views. 1865. No.2438 Gen. Custer at his Headquarters.

These are the original views taken by "Brady," the government artist during 1861-1865. They can be obtained only of John C. Taylor, 17 Allen Place, Conn. - 7" x 3.5". The condition is very good with slight wear on the image.

72017

ONLY SURVIVOR LITTLE BIGHORN SURVIVOR COMANCHE. Ridden by Captain Myles Keogh into the fray, Comanche is famed for being the only living thing returned to the military after the Battle of The Little Bighorn. When the dust settled, Comanche was wounded and scarred, but alive - a fate that eluded his master. Comanche was rescued from the battlefield and transported by steamship to Fort Lincoln, where he was well cared for until his death in 1890. This familiar image shows Comanche and his handler, Sergeant Gustave Korn, both in military garb, posing for the camera. Sepia image, approximately 5½" x 3¼", is affixed to the photographer's mount of D.C. Herrin of Portland, Oregon. The printing on the mount at lower recto is slightly smudged, and the horse's name is misspelled, but this remains an attractive and desirable cabinet, nonetheless - fresh and clean and in fine condition.

The Chris Kortlander Collection

72018

GENERAL GEORGE ARMSTRONG CUSTER CARTE DE VISITE. Sepia head and shoulders photograph of General Custer sporting an enormous mustache and wearing a suit and bow tie. Image measures approximately 2" x 3½"; overall size approximately 2½" x 4". Beneath Custer's visage, the words "General Custer." Moderate crease down the center of the CDV, but otherwise an attractive photograph.

The Chris Kortlander Collection

72019

WEST POINT MILITARY ACADEMY YEARBOOK ca. 1870. This large United States Military Academy at West Point, New York for the Class of 1870 album contains 136 tipped albumen print photographs including 14 of the administration and professors, 70 cadets, and 52 various views including summer camp scenes, interiors, parades, formations, buildings, and bugler cadet Betz. Photographs measure 8.5"x5.5", cadets 4"x 5" mounted on 12.5"x 10" pages.

Cadet images include, (2) Congressional Medal of Honor winners and (2) killed in Indian Wars action. One at Custer's Little Bighorn. (Winfield S. Edgerly)

John Brown Kerr. Medal of Honor recipient, at the "White Rivers" Indian Wars, South Dakota. 1891.

William E. Birkhimer. Medal of Honor recipient, at the "Philippines Insurrection" 1899.

Robert G. Carter. Medal of Honor recipient, at "Indian Wars Texas" 1871.

Edward John McClernand. Medal of Honor recipient, at the "Bear Paw Mountain", Montana Indian Wars 1877.

Robert Weir. Killed in Action against Ute Indians Oct. 1879.

Winfield Scott Edgerly (1846-1927). Born in New Hampshire in 1846 he was appointed to West Point, graduating in 1870. He was appointed 2nd Lieutenant, and assigned to Company "D" of 7th Cavalry, and joined the regiment at Fort Riley, Kansas. He was with the 7th Cavalry at Little Bighorn, assigned to Weir's Company "D". He was with Benteen's command when the fight broke out, and survived the Hilltop fight.

Cover and spine exhibit damage and separation with some loss. Interior photographs in good condition, some have light contrast, light foxing, last 10 pages have insect holes.

72020

CARTE DE VISITE OF MARCUS RENO, LYMAN GILBERT, CAPT. E.V. SUMNER, AND OTHERS.ca. 1866 Unusual group shot of Major Marcus A. Reno and his wife Mary, his attorney Lyman Gilbert, Capt. E.V. Sumner (son of Senator Charles Sumner) and two unidentified women (probably the wives of Sumner and Gilbert). Reno (left front) was successfully defended by Lyman Gilbert (right front) during the official investigation into Reno's actions during the Battle of the Little Bighorn. Sumner stands at right rear. This very rare image is a wonderful Custer association piece and is in exceptional condition

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TWO CDVs OF CAPT. E.V. SUMNER, SON OF SENATOR CHARLES SUMNER. ca. 1866 Two sparkling CDVs of Capt. E.V. Sumner are offered here. Sumner's father is perhaps best remembered for having been beaten nearly to death with a cane by his pro-slavery opponent, Preston Brooks, on the floor of the Senate. In one image, Capt. Sumner is seated by himself, in the other he is standing next to an unidentified seated man. In both images, the cheeks of the subjects have been lightly tinted. In excellent condition.

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CARTE DE VISITE OF LYMAN DeHUFF GILBERT, MARCUS RENO'S ATTORNEY. In an 1879 case that propelled him into the national spotlight, Lyman Gilbert successfully defended Army Major Marcus A. Reno, 7th Cavalry, at an inquiry about his actions at the Battle of Little Bighorn. This 1866 CDV shows Gilbert in profile, with his name penciled at lower edge in an unknown hand. Affixed to photographer's mount of D.C. Burnite of Harrisburg, PA, and featuring a three-cent Internal Revenue stamp on verso. Unfortunate crease across the center of the image could be easily repaired. An excellent association piece for the Custer collector.

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MAGNIFICENT BARRY IMPERIAL CARD OF CUSTER BATTLEFIELD MONUMENT ca. 1881. Handsome sepia-toned image measuring approximately 6.5" x 9.25", depicting the newly erected granite Custer monument. Surrounding the engraved monolith are numerous cairns, each supporting a wooden marker identifying the places that Custer's soldiers fell and died. These wood markers would be replaced by the Army in 1890 with white marble headstones. Printed in gilt at the lower edge of Barry's 6.75" x 9.75" photo mount: "Custer Battle Field." On verso, Barry's gilt imprint: "Bismarck and Standing Rock, D.T." An absolutely pristine piece, showing a very early view of the Custer Battlefield Monument. Very fine.

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VERY SCARCE AND DESIRABLE HUFFMAN PHOTO SERIES OF THE CUSTER BATTLEFIELD. In 1877, L.A. Huffman found himself acting as "Post Photographer with the Army engaged here in the Yellowstone-Big Horn country during the late seventies in the stirring Indian campaigns close following the destruction of Custer's command." That spring, he traveled to the site of the Battle of the Little Bighorn to photograph 101 images of the aftermath of the Battle. Identified as "Series F," this set of six 3½" x 4" photographs includes the following:

281: Where Custer Fell - Bones and Debris. Sight of Present Monument.
282: Graves of Unknown
283: The First Wood Monument
284: Grave of Colonel Keogh
286: Grave of Lieutenant Crittenden
287: Grave of Lieutenant Sturgis

Each image depicts a sobering sight - piles of bleached horse bones, hand-painted grave markers, the original wooden Custer gravesite, mounds of stones marking where soldiers fell, and a single weather-beaten boot near the grave of an unknown.

Sometime around 1900, Huffman produced a series of contact prints marketed as sets and shipped in small manila envelopes with labels detailing image numbers and titles. The shipping envelope is intact, and the label reads: "This Series with A, C, H, G, D and E, 101 prints in all, compose my large collection, unmounted sepia, special for the 101, $20.00. Not reproductions but original photographs, every one of them. I am sending out the collection to critical collectors as fast as the old negatives will produce them, and the letters of acknowledgement are, without exception, encouraging. Not a complaint about price or quality. L.A. Huffman, Miles City, Montana." Contrary to Huffman's description, the six images in this set are mounted on 5" x 5" olive green matte boards, and each is identified on verso in pencil. Accompanying the photographs are two typed (reproduced)

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pages with additional information: "Custer Battle Field. As it appeared in spring of 1877, one year after fight when bones and debris were being gathered for burial. The 6 prepaid, $1.00." In exceptionally fine condition and suitable for presentation in a group setting. "They are in a class by themselves - they tell their own story. You ought to see them."

Provenance: The Chris Kortlander Collection

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1886 REENACTMENT OF RENO'S FIGHT AT THE LITTLE BIGHORN BY BARRY. Well-known Barry photo of the 1886 Reenactment of the Battle of the Little Bighorn. This particular image documents the Reno-Benteen portion of the battle/reenactment. Unfortunately, the actors got it wrong - Custer was never involved in that part of the fight! Still, it's a dramatic image, with a large contingent of reenactment "soldiers" being led away from Reno Hill by an ersatz Custer at center, dressed in white. Image measures approximately 10" x 6" and is matted to an overall size of 14" x 10". Barry's script blindstamp appears at lower center of image; print blindstamp below and to the right on matteboard. Some wear and minor staining to matboard, but the image is spotless.

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CABINET OF THE GRAND COUNCIL OF HOSTILE AND FRIENDLY SIOUX INDIAN CHIEFS. The last uprising of the Sioux which occured during the Ghost Dance period in 1890 on the Lakota reservations. General Nelson Miles enlisted the aid of Indian leaders to induce the surrendered Ghost Dancers to give up their weapons. A council was held on January 17 of that year, during which the Indians expressed their opinions on disarmament. Speakers included Kicking Bear, Two Strike, Young Man Afraid of His Horses, American Horse, Short Bull, High Pipe, and Standing Soldier. The only whites invited to speak were Lieutenant Taylor of the Indian scouts and ex-agent Valentine T. McGillycuddy. When the council concluded, only 104 guns were surrendered, but by the end of the month even the more belligerent dancers would concede to Miles' demands. Efforts to subdue them led to Sitting Bull's death and the massacre of nearly 300 Sioux men, women, and children, at Wounded Knee on December 29, 1890. This Northwestern Photographic Company cabinet was taken as Chief Two Strikes gave his speech to the assembled crowd. Significant corner damage to backing cardboard, partially affecting image at upper right; else fine.

Provenance: The Chris Kortlander Collection

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BOUDOIR CABINET OF FAMED INDIAN FIGHTER GENERAL NELSON A. MILES AT FORT BOWIE. Brigadier General Nelson Miles played a leading role in nearly every phase of the Army's campaign against the tribes of the Great Plains. Miles is seen here on horseback with a group of his captains and lieutenants at Fort Bowie in 1886, shortly after his successful capture of Geronimo. Photographed by A.F. Randall, this boudoir image bears minor water stains at extreme upper right corner, but this does not affect the overall image. Affixed to Randall's mount, which bears significant wear and damage to corners, none of which impacts the photograph. A rare and desirable image!

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OFFICERS AND THEIR WIVES - FORT YATES, DAKOTA TERRITORY. Two impressive group photographs depicting 12-15 officers, their wives and several children. Photographs were taken outside the residence of the Fort Commander, Lt. Col. Drum, the man tasked with arresting Sitting Bull. Images measure approximately 8" x 5.5"and are affixed to a slightly larger gilt-edged photographer's mount (photographer unknown). On verso of each, a list of names of the individuals seen in the image. These images are in exceptional condition, with the only detraction being some minor wear to the upper corners of each. Else very fine.

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SHOSHONE WARRIORS AND U.S. CAVALRY OFFICER. Interesting group shot of nine Shoshone warriors accompanied by a Cavalry officer in full military dress and a second white man in a suit. Although the photographer is unidentified, this is possibly a Ben Wittick image, as it is affixed to an orange photographer's mount, one of Wittick's trademarks. Moderate rubbing and wear to mount, image is fine.

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RARE IMAGE OF 6TH CAVALRY AT FORT STANTON, NEW MEXICO TERRITORY. The 6th Cavalry was heavily involved in the Indian Wars, the pursuit of Geronimo, and the Lincoln County War of "Billy the Kid" fame. This rare group photograph shows the famed Indian fighters posed outside their barracks at Fort Stanton in New Mexico territory. Although slightly underexposed, this scarce 8¼" x 5½" group shot would make an excellent addition to any Indian collection.

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CAMP SUPPLY I.T (INDIAN TERRITORY) LOT OF TWO IMPERIAL SIZE CARDS ca. 1870sFort Supply was originally established as "Camp of Supply" on November 18, 1868 in support of General Philip Sheridan's winter campaign against the Southern Plains Indians. It was from Camp Supply that George Armstrong Custer led the Seventh U.S. Cavalry south to the banks of the Washita River to destroy the village of the Cheyenne Indian chief Black Kettle in what became known as the Battle of the Washita. Later, the camp served to protect the Cheyenne and Arapaho reservations from incursions by whites. Camp Supply was renamed Fort Supply in 1878 following its role in the Red River War of 1874-1875.
(1) Very early rare image of Indian village. Caption: (period ink) "Indian Village, Camp Supply I.T."
(2) This second image is even more rare: Cheyenne lodges. Caption: (period ink) "Cheyenne Lodges Camp Supply" These images are mounted on light cardboard mount, on verso of one in pencil with tape over it. "Un-published William Soule albumen photo"? Mounts are 12"x10"; images are 8"x 5.25" Very sharp contrast with great sepia hues; Indian village image has repaired upper left corner with archival tape

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21st INFANTRY OFFICERS IN CAMPAIGN DRESS - FORT SIDNEY, NEBRASKA - ca.1885. The officers in this image have been identified on the reverse in period script ink, with corresponding notation on their hats, or above their heads on the front. The soldiers all have swords, and one has a holstered pistol. The older man sitting to the right is identified as General Morrow. The card is marked on the back by a light stamp, "Lundquist - Photographer - Julesburg, Colo." The image has a pleasing tone and contrast, with some light damage to the upper right corner, which has chipped away. Overall this is an important identified Indian Wars-era image.

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1/6TH PLATE TIN TYPE OF 4TH U. S. CAVALRY TROOPER. 1870'S: Very nice Indian Wars period (4th Cavalry) gentleman in full cavalry dress posed in studio. He is holding his sword and has on a full parade dress uniform. A beautiful tintype in excellent condition, it has no bends, with rich contrast. 2.5"x 3.5"

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UNION SOLDIER TINTYPES - LOT OF THREE. Three young men, imaged in unknown photographer's studios, pose handsomely in their Union uniforms. The first image (2.5" x 4") features a strapping young bugler posing with his instrument. The second tintype (2.5" x 3.5") shows a young man posing proudly in his frock coat, a small US flag stuck in the brim of his cap. The third tintype pictures a tall young man wearing gloves with a war medal pinned to his chest, housed in a 3" x 3.5" cardboard clasp case with embossed exterior covers and pressed velvet interior. A pressed tin "gilt" frame with an oval cutout reveals image. All three in fine condition. A terrific lot of Union soldier tintypes!

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HAND-TINTED AMBROTYPE OF UNION SOLDIER IN CASE. In this studio photo, a young soldier is seated, holding his gun with bayonet attached. The soldier's cheeks and uniform have been hand colored. Image is housed in a sturdy gutta percha case with embossed design on exterior, and a pressed velvet fountain design in the interior. Image is set behind glass and framed with gold pressed tin. In wonderful condition.

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HAND-GILDED 1/6 PLATE TINTYPE OF UNKNOWN UNION SOLDIER IN CASE. Rarely-seen hand-gilding on buttons, epaulets and belt in this studio portrait of a seated Union soldier. Image is set behind glass in a 3.25" x 3.5" wooden case with embossed design; pressed velvet interior with gold pressed tin frame surrounding image. Front and back pieces of case have separated. In good condition.

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LOT OF FIVE INDIAN WAR SOLDIERS FROM THE 6th CAVALRY - ONE N.M. BOUDOIR CARD - THREE CARTE DE VISITE - ONE TINTYPE - ca.1865-85. The 6th U.S. Cavalry was stationed on the Texas Frontier from 1867 - 1885 and fought numerous battles with thte Commanche Indians in west Texas.

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SET OF FOUR CAVALRY TROOPERS GROUPS - BOUDOIR CARDS - ca. 1885. This is a nice set of unmarked outdoor images showing cavalry troopers in everyday life, with their families, and in field exercises. The first image shows two cavalry troopers with Colt single action Army revolvers, pointing at another armed trooper who has his hands raised. All of the men have fine cut-flap rigs and "US" Mills-type belt buckles. The other cards show the hospital, the officers with their families at a tent, and a lightly toned bird's-eye-view of "live fire" field exercises in which smoke can be seen. The cards measure 8"x 5" and have darkening and foxing; the tone of the hospital image is light as well, but the others have fair contrast.

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BOUDOIR CABINET CARD OF GEORGIA SOLDIERS AT REST, ca. 1880s. Photographed by Wilson & Royall of Savannah, who are noted on verso as "Successors to J.N. Wilson," an active photographer in Savannah from 1870-1880. This interesting image depicts a group of Union soldiers relaxing in front of field tents, with Savannah's buildings and a church steeple in the background. Several of the group have formed a small band, complete with banjo and guitar. The soldiers wear partial uniforms, most being dressed in undershirts, pants, and Army caps. Two young boys dressed in full Zouave uniform flank the group; to the left, a uniformed police officer with prominent shields on jacket and hat. Image and card are in very good condition with one small section of backing card missing at lower left. Excellent and interesting content!

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CABINET CARDS AND TINTYPE OF DECORATED 23RD U.S. INFANTRY BUGLER. Although his name remains a mystery, the veteran bugler for Company D of the 23rd U.S. Infantry has left his mark through a series of very attractive photographs. In this lot, we offer a 1/6 plate tintype of the bugler in uniform, with two sharpshooter medals on his collar. Accompanying this are two cabinet cards. In the first he poses with his two dogs, in the second he wears his full dress uniform and proudly poses with his bugle. Minor wear to edges and corners of cabinets, otherwise all images are in fine to very fine condition. A great set of images!

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INDIAN WARS SOLDIERS IN NEW MEXICO. Three great cabinet cards of Indian Wars soldiers, circa 1880-1890. Two cabinet cards feature soldiers from the 23rd US Infantry - one of a private and the company bugler (photographed by Agrell of St. Ignacio, New Mexico), the other of the same bugler accompanied by two infantrymen and a dog (Snell & Sangster, New Mexico). The last image is a Markey & Mylton photo of an African American private in the 1st U.S. Cavalry, taken at Fort Grant, Arizona. All three cabinets are in excellent condition.

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LAS VEGAS, NEW MEXICO INDIAN WAR SOLDIER WITH RIFLE AND BAYONET - CABINET CARD - ca.1881-87.
A nice U.S. Soldier of the Indian War era with his rifle and bayonet on a gold-rimmed cabinet card. The photographer Frank E. Evans is listed as being active in Las Vegas, New Mexico from 1881-1887. This studio portrait has excellent contrast, rich tonality, and measures 6.5"x 4.25". The card is in fine condition. A great and rare N.M. Indian Wars-era soldier portrait.

Mautz, Carl. Biographies of Western Photographers, (Nevada City, California: Carl Mautz Publishing, 1997).

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SIGNED CABINET IMAGE OF DR. O.W. ARCHIBALD BY BARRY. Handsome gilt-edged cabinet of Dr. O.W. Archibald, Superintendent of the Iowa Asylum for Feeble-Minded Children. Archibald is dressed in his U.S. Army uniform and stares to his left with an intent expression. Boldly signed by Archibald at lower border "Yours, Dr. O.W. Archibald U.S. Army." Image measures 4¼" x 5¾" and is backed by Barry's Bismarck photographer's mount. This handsome print shows faint watermarks, but these do not detract from the overall image.

Provenance: The Chris Kortlander Collection

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ST. LOUIS, MISSOURI INDIAN WAR SOLDIER WITH SWORD - NEW YORK STUDIO - CABINET CARD - ca.1895.
A U.S. soldier wearing his kepi, belt and sword from the New York Studio in St. Louis, Missouri. This cabinet card has excellent contrast and is in good condition, there is a hole at the top of the card and a small nick out of the card in the center to the bottom. The image measures 6.5"x 4.25" overall.

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ST. LOUIS, MISSOURI INDIAN WAR SOLDIER WITH SWORD - CABINET CARD - ca.1895.
A U.S. soldier wearing his kepi, belt, and sword from the Murillo Gallery in St. Louis, Missouri. This cabinet card has excellent contrast and is in good condition, the corners have been bumped on the upper right side, and all around lightly. The image measures 6.5"x 4.25" overall.

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GREELEY, COLORADO INDIAN WAR SOLDIER WITH SWORD - CABINET CARD - ca.1895.
A nice U.S. Soldier of the Indian War era with his sword, belt and kepi on a scalloped edge, gold-rimmed cabinet card. The photographer F. E. Baker is listed as being active in Greeley, Colorado in 1894, 1896-1900. This studio portrait has good contrast and measures 6.1"x 4" as the top and left corners of the card have been trimmed, probably for an album as this was often done. The card is in fine condition other than for the trimming.

Mautz, Carl. Biographies of Western Photographer's, (Nevada City, California: Carl Mautz Publishing, 1997).

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INDIAN WARS SOLDIER AND MAN ON CRUTCHES ENJOY A DRINK - CABINET CARD - ca. 1895.
A nice image of a man on crutches and an Indian Wars Soldier having a drink. The image is in good condition, but there is a break in the card to the lower left that is repaired with tape. The photographers Salter & Taylor are listed as being active in Langdon, S. Dakota in 1895. Image measures 6.5"x 4.25" overall and has good contrast and tone.

Mautz, Carl. Biographies of Western Photographer's, (Nevada City, California: Carl Mautz Publishing, 1997).

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FORT NIOBRARA, NEBRASKA INDIAN WAR SOLDIER - CABINET CARD - ca. 1885-1890. A fine gold-rimmed and scalloped edge studio portrait of a young Indian Wars soldier of Fort Niobrara, Nebraska by Godkin & Penderson. Fort Niobrara was founded in 1880 and remained active until 1906, presently a Wildlife Refuge is located there. This soldier is wearing his kepi and U.S. belt. The photographer Godkin is listed as being active during 1884-86. A nice portrait that measures 6.5"x 4.25" overall and is in near mint condition.

Mautz, Carl. Biographies of Western Photographer's, (Nevada City, California: Carl Mautz Publishing, 1997).

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LT. POWHATAN H. CLARKE - MEDAL OF HONOR WINNER - GERONIMO CAMPAIGN - 10TH U.S. CALVARY CO. K BUFFALO SOLDIERS. - ca. 1886-90. An exceptional unmounted albumen portrait of Lt. Clarke of the 10th Calvary. The 10th Calvary consisted of African-American soldiers, called "Buffalo" soldiers by the Indians. Lt. Clark arrived at Fort Grant, Arizona in 1885 and later went to Mexico with troop K in search of Geronimo and his renegades. He was awarded the Medal of Honor for his actions on May 3, 1886 when he saved the life of one of his troopers, Corporal Edward Scott. Clarke survived "withering gunfire" from the Apaches while rescuing Scott, whose leg was later amputated.

In a letter to his mother (currently in the collection of the Missouri Historical Society) he states, "Dear Mother...Our troop has been very highly complimented and the captain is the hero of the hour. Do not tell me about the colored troops there is not a troop in the U.S. Army that I would trust my life to as quickly as this K troop of ours. I have seen them only once but it was in a place where a stampede would have meant massacre. The firing was at 200 yards from rocks nearly over our heads. No men could have been more determined and cooler than these same darkies were and as for their officers they like them and will risk themselves for them. The wounded Corporal has had to have his leg cut off, the ball that shattered it lodging in the other instep. This man rode seven miles without a groan, remarking to the Captin (sic) that he had seen forty men in one fight in a worse fix than he was. Such have I found the colored soldier." Clarke is wearing the Medal of Honor in this photograph; his striking image also caught the eye of his friend Frederic Remington, who reportedly used his likeness for several works of art. The image measures 3.75"x 7.5" and the bottom left corner has a slight clip, there

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are a few minor wrinkles toward the bottom. The image is matted in a modern, removable paper frame, the contrast and tone are excellent and very strong.

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GHOST DANCE AT FT. SILL - INDIAN TERRITORY - BOUDOIR CARD - ca.1890. A faded image which shows a religious dance that held the last hopes of a dying people. The Ghost Dance was founded by Wovoka of the Nevada Piutes, fostered by Kicking Bird and Sitting Bull of the Sioux, and ultimately ended in the massacre at Wounded Knee. The Ghost Dance Religion was practiced at Native American strongholds like the Pine Ridge Reservation, and this caused the U.S. Army to send thousands of troops to quell the "uprising." The religion also led to the death of Sitting Bull by the hands of Indian policemen and soldiers. This image shows a dance circle and is identified on the reverse in pencil as, "Ghost Dance at trader's store - Ft. Sill - 1890". The card has breaks at the bottom corners, and staining on the top left, however the transfer retains good contrast and much detail can be seen within the group. A rare image of a "Ghost Dance" ceremony.

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PINE RIDGE GHOST DANCE FOUR DAYS BEFORE WOUNDED KNEE. This dramatic image, depicting a frenzied Ghost Dance by at least 75 residents of the Pine Ridge and Rosebud Agencies, was captured on December 25th 1890, ten days after Sitting Bull was killed and four days before the tragic Wounded Knee massacre. It is easy to understand how such turbulent and seemingly possessed activity would cause reservation agents to believe this was a war dance, as it has been described on the photo negative: "Rose Bud and Sioux Indian War Dance at Pine Ridge Agcy Dec. 25th 1890 S. Dak." Captured by an unknown photographer, this 7½" x 4½" sepia image is slightly age-toned, but the details remain sharp and clear. In excellent condition.

Provenance: The Chris Kortlander Collection

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BIRD'S-EYE VIEW OF BATTLEFIELD AT WOUNDED KNEE South Dakota. Originally photographed by the Northwest Photographic Company of Chadron Nebraska, this reprint by an unknown studio/photographer has been affixed to a larger cardboard backing, and is in fine condition. In the foreground, we see several dead, frozen victims of the slaughter; in the background, bodies are being collected and placed on a horse-drawn wagon. Minor wear to edges and corners of mount; image is in fine condition.

Provenance: The Chris Kortlander Collection

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HAUNTING IMAGE OF CHIEF BIG FOOT IN DEATH. Large cabinet image (7½" x 5½") of Chief Big Foot in death, as he fell during the massacre at Wounded Knee. Big Foot was considered a great peacemaker and diplomat amongst his people, known for settling quarrels between rival parties and calming rough waters. Following Sitting Bull's death on the Standing Rock Reservation on December 17th, 1890, Big Foot's tribe feared reprisals, so they headed south to Pine Ridge, hoping to find safety there with Chief Red Cloud's people. The US Army caught up with Big Foot on December 28th and took him and his band into custody. The following morning as the Army attempted to disarm Big Foot's band, someone's rifle discharged causing approximately 500 soldiers to open fire with everything they had. Known as the Wounded Knee Massacre, 290 men, women, and children were slaughtered, Big Foot among them. Image is affixed to a larger photographer's mount showing wear along edges. Image is faded but in excellent condition.

Provenance: The Chris Kortlander Collection

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SET OF FIVE "BATTLE OF WOUNDED KNEE" - BOUDOIR CARDS - ca. 1891. This set of five cards relating to the massacre is highlighted by the image of a wagon full of Native American Indian bodies. Three of the images are marked in the negative as the work of George Trager of Chadron, Nebraska however this has been scratched out in the negative leaving only the image title. Included are the wagon image, a lone mounted Calavry trooper, and a bird's-eye-view with some tepees. Also included is a view of Major E. A. Ogden's monument (founder of Ft. Riley), and another of soldiers marching in formation at Fort Riley. The cards have foxing and the image tone is light, however the wagon image retains good tone and contrast.

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LARGE PILE OF BUFFALO SKULLS - BOUDOIR CARD - ca.1880-95. An interesting boudoir card of Buffalo Skulls piled on the plains. Images like this usually are on a railroad car as that is where the bones were often stacked and shipped to the East for bulk sale. The image is an interesting reminder of the slaughter that occurred for both profit, and the disturbance of another culture's food supply. The card measures 8"x 5" and has good tonality.

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SITTING BULL (TATONKA YOTANKA) CABINET CARD. 1870-1880 Sioux chief, 1837-1890. He was chief of the Dakota Sioux, who were driven from their reservation in the Black Hills by miners in 1876, and took up arms against the whites and friendly Indians, refusing to be transported to the Indian Territory. In June, 1876, they defeated and massacred Gen. George A. Custer's advance party of Gen. Alfred H. Terry's column, which was sent against them, on Little BigHorn River. They were pursued northward by General Terry.

Sitting Bull, with a part of his band, made his escape into British Territory, and, through the mediation of Dominion officials, surrendered on a promise of pardon in 1880. In July and August, 1888, in a conference at Standing Rock, Dakota, he influenced his tribe to refuse to relinquish Indian lands.

Caption in period ink on Photo card 'Sitting Bull and family". Great image of Sitting Bull with great bead work moccasins, peace pipe in hand & Concho belt on his leg. Has very bright contrast with very light foxing in upper background.

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SITTING BULL AND HIS FAVORITE WOMAN ca. 1870s. Very early outdoor Carte de VisIte Image of the famous Lakota Chief Sitting Bull in front of Teepee with his favorite Squaw.

Printed on back of card: "Photographed by W.R. Cross, Niobara, Neb. Pictures enlarged to life size. Stereoscopic views and card pictures of the Wild Sioux Indians and upper Missouri River constantly on hand. Also Badland scenery, N.P.R.R. extension." 2.5" x 4" The image is in fine condition with a nice contrast.

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SITTING BULL WITH PEACE PIPE CABINET CARD 1884. Sitting Bull, (Tatonka Yotanka) Sioux Indian, born 1835. When Custer was killed on the Little Bighorn, 1876, Sitting Bull was the head of five thousand warriors (Facsimile autograph). 4.25"x 6.5" Condition is very good with light contrast.

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AMAZING BARRY PHOTOGRAPH OF INDIAN "WAR PARTY" COUNCIL WITH SITTING BULL'S TRIBE. Large (9.25" x 7.5") albumen image of approximately 50 Indian chiefs and tribal elders gathered beneath a massive open teepee to discuss pressing matters of concern to the various tribal groups represented. At center sits a man in a white shirt with a feather in his hair purported to be Sitting Bull, although we cannot confirm this. The image suffers some foxing and spotting at upper left and along upper edge, but these do not detract from the powerful central image. At lower right foreground, one brave stares intently at Barry as he takes the photograph. This impressive image is affixed to Barry's Bismarck photographer's mount with gilt edging. "War Party" embossed at lower center of image. Some wear to mount corners, but this does not diminish the powerful intent inherent in this photograph. Rare and highly desirable!

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HUNKPAPA SIOUX CHIEF SITTING BULL - BOUDOIR CARD BY D. F. BARRY - ca.1885 A dramatic image of Sitting Bull displaying both sadness and intense pride. By the time this was taken, the greatest Chief had seen the fall of his people; the weight of their plight, which he carried with him constantly, is evident in his eyes. This is a nice Bismark, Dakota marked D. F. Barry boudoir card that measures 5"x 8". The condition is fair with some fading and stains.

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GILBERT & BACON CABINET CARD OF SITTING BULL. This nearly perfect cabinet card of Sitting Bull was probably originally photographed in 1885, during Sitting Bull's brief tour with Buffalo Bill's Wild West Show. Here, the Sioux chief is seated in front of a large tent, wearing full ceremonial garb and eagle feather headdress, holding a peace pipe. Although it is always risky to assign emotions to a photograph, Sitting Bull's countenance seems to be one of weary unhappiness and resignation. Image measures approximately 4" x 6" and is backed by Gilbert & Bacon's imprinted cabinet card. One chip to upper left edge of card does not affect image.

Provenance: The Chris Kortlander Collection

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EXTREMELY SCARCE CABINET IMAGE OF SITTING BULL BY GILBERT & BACON. Rarely seen image of Sitting Bull accompanied by four unidentified white men and an unidentified Indian brave, standing in front of a teepee. The date of this image is unknown, but Gilbert & Bacon were active in the 1870s through the early 1900s. Image measures approximately 4" x 6"; affixed to a slightly larger photographer's mount. At lower edge of mount: "Sitting Bull. Gilbert & Bacon, 820 Arch St. & 40 N. 8th St. Phila." Although just slightly faded, this cabinet card and the image it bears are in amazing condition - remarkably untouched and unblemished. A true rarity!

Provenance: The Chris Kortlander Collection

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REPRODUCED CABINET PORTRAIT OF SITTING BULL. Unusual artist's reproduction of the famous O.S. Goff 1881 photograph of Sitting Bull. Measuring approximately 4¼" x 6½", this cabinet image is very true to the original Goff image, showing the great Indian chief seated and holding a peace pipe. Some wear to corners, else fine.

Provenance: The Chris Kortlander Collection

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DAKOTA SIOUX INDIAN CHIEF SITTING BULL CABINET CARD ca 1880's
Dakota Sioux Indian. Sitting Bull was born approximately 1837, he was the principal chief of the Dakota Sioux. Sitting Bull was a performer in Buffalo Bill's Wild West in the 1880's. This image has caption on photograph, "36-Chief Sitting Bull Bust". 4.25"x 6.50" Great contrast, Near Mint Condition.

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BUST IMAGE OF SITTING BULL WITH ORIGINAL NEWSPAPER STORY. Well-known image of Sitting Bull in embroidered buckskin jacket with a Monarch butterfly attached to the brim of his felt hat, affixed to a "George W. Scott" photographer's mount out of Fort Yates, Dakota Territory. Penned across the lower edge of the mount in an unknown hand: "Sitting Bull Chief Ancapapa Sioux." Although the 4" x 5¼" image is slightly faded, it is in excellent condition. Affixed to the verso of the photograph is an original newspaper clipping dated August 4, 1889, concerning the signing of a treaty with the white man's government, which would ultimately result in the Indians losing nine million acres of their best farmland and best cattle grazing grounds and send them into crushing poverty. The clipping reads, in part: "A final council was held yesterday with all the chiefs present... When the signing was about to begin, Sitting Bull, who had come up with his band mounted on their ponies, entered the circle and asked to talk. This being considered too late, he was refused. He retired in anger, and ... ordered his young men to stampede the crowd who were gathering around the tables... A strong force of police was soon place in position ... after which Sitting Bull retired to his camp... This little episode over, the Indians again congregated about the tables and the signing went on as rapidly as four clerks could identify and inscribe the names." Clipping is slightly age-toned but in excellent condition.

Provenance: The Chris Kortlander Collection

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BUST IMAGE OF SITTING BULL WITH MONARCH BUTTERFLY. Handsome cabinet card of the great Sioux chief taken circa 1880-1890. Sitting Bull wears a striped store-bought shirt, and a buckskin jacket with fringe, embroidery, and a fur collar. His felt hat has a Monarch butterfly tucked into the brim, and his hair is tied but unbraided. He looks into the camera with fierce determination. Image measures approximately 3¾" x 5½" and is affixed to a photographer's mount measuring 4¼" x 6½", which identifies the photographer as "Gibbon, Scotland, S.Dak." On verso in an unknown hand: "Brought from South Dak. Summer 1891." Very slight soiling of mount edges and upper corners of image, but these do not detract from this powerful photograph.

Provenance: The Chris Kortlander Collection

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EXCEPTIONAL BARRY IMPERIAL CABINET OF SITTING BULL. Handsome sepia-toned bust image depicts Sitting Bull gazing intently into the camera's eye. The great chief wears a long-sleeved shirt made of floral-printed fabric and wears his hair in two long braids. Seemingly frozen, he sits stoically waiting for the photographer to finish his work. Image measures approximately 7½" x 5" and is affixed to one of Barry's photographer mounts, which reads at lower edge, "Sitting Bull. Copyright by D.F. Barry, 1885, Bismarck, Dakota." Minor wear to mount edges, but otherwise in excellent condition.

Provenance: The Chris Kortlander Collection

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EXTREMELY RARE CARTE DE VISITE OF SITTING BULL. Nebraska photographer W.R. Cross is believed to have taken the first portrait of Sitting Bull, from which this CDV was created. It depicts the great Lakota chief facing slightly to the right, with his hair in braids and wearing a white man's high-collared shirt. Image measures approximately 2" x 4". At the lower edge of the photograph: "Ta-Ton-Ka-I-Yo-Ton-Ka 'Sitting Bull' The Sioux Chief in Command at the Custer Massacre." Some rubbing and wear at corners, otherwise a fine image of great import.

Provenance: The Chris Kortlander Collection

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D.F. BARRY'S FULL-LENGTH SITTING BULL IMAGE. This handsome full-length image of Sitting Bull was originally created by D.F. Barry, probably about the time that Sitting Bull toured with Buffalo Bill's Wild West Show (1885). In this incarnation, it appears on a cabinet card as one of a series of Indian images "For Sale By Herrin, Artist, Portland, Or." Photograph features the great Lakota chief wearing a full wardrobe of finery. His magnificent feathered headpiece trails down his back to the heels of his moccasins, and he holds a war club in one hand. Image measures 5¼" x 4" and is affixed to a slightly larger photographer's mount. In excellent condition.

Provenance: The Chris Kortlander Collection

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S.T. FANSLER CABINET OF SITTING BULL. S.T. Fansler operated the post photography studio at Fort Yates, North Dakota in the late 1800s. He produced this image of Sitting Bull shortly before leaving his studio to Frank Bennett Fiske in 1900. The bust image shows the Sioux leader wearing a long-sleeved shirt, vest, and decorative floral sash; his hair is braided and he stares into the camera's eye with steely determination. Photograph measures approximately 3¾" x 4½" and is affixed to Fansler's 4¼" x 6½" imprinted mount, which features delicate scalloped edges. On verso in an unknown hand that looks suspiciously like that of William "Buffalo Bill" Cody: "Sitting Bull - Buried just outside Fort Yates N.D." Below this: "To be sent to Uncle George and kept." Finally, beneath this in pencil: "Rec'd Aug 1896." Cabinet card is in near mint condition, with just minor wear at the lower right corner.

Provenance: The Chris Kortlander Collection

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SITTING BULL MONTREAL, CANADA CABINET CARD ca 1880s: Great studio posed cabinet card of Sitting Bull. Hunkpapa Sioux Leader and Medicine Man. Sitting Bull, with a part of his band, made his escape into British Territory, (Canada) and through the mediation of Dominion officials, surrendered on a promise of pardon in 1880. Photographer, W. Notman. Montreal, Canada. Very fine condition, slight foxing. 4.25"x 6.5"

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SITTING BULL'S CAMP CABINET CARD D. F. BARRY ca 1880s Sitting Bull was a Hunkppa Sioux leader & medicine man. Sitting Bull was the principal chief of the Dakota Sioux. This photograph is a scarce image of his camp site. Photographer, D. F. Barry. Bismarck, North Dakota. 4.25"x 6.50" Nice contrast, light soiling

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CABINET IMAGE OF INDIAN CAMP AT STANDING ROCK AGENCY. Although identified as the "Camp Where Sitting Bull Surrendered," this stark photograph of 20-25 teepees and little else is known to be the Standing Rock Agency; Sitting Bull surrendered at Fort Buford on July 19, 1881. Originally a D.F. Barry image, photographer D. Herrin of Portland, Oregon has reprinted it with an incorrect description. Image measures 5½" x 3½"; photographer's mount measures 6 ½" x 4 ¼". In fine condition.

Provenance: The Chris Kortlander Collection

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PRISTINE SPENCER CABINET CARD OF SITTING BULL'S LOG CABIN. Familiar image of Sitting Bull's log cabin, taken shortly after his death at Standing Rock Agency in December 1890. Photographed through the ribs of a covered wagon frame. Several Indian police stand in front of the cabin, one brandishing a gun. Image is affixed to the attractive photo mount of Fort Sheridan photographer Geo. E. Spencer. Immaculate!

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CABINET OF TWO STRIKES' AND CROW DOG'S PINE RIDGE ENCAMPMENT. Dated December 18, 1890, this image was captured just three days after Sitting Bull's death at the hands of Indian police. Image measures 7½" x 4½" and is affixed to a slightly larger Northwestern Photographic Company photographer's mount. Panoramic scene depicts numerous teepees, Indians, and a few horses under the watchful eye of three individuals in white man's garb. Moderate wear at corners of mount, image is in fine condition.

Provenance: The Chris Kortlander Collection

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SIOUX INDIANS STANDING ELK, ROASTER, SPOTTED TAIL'S SON ca 1880s Very nice outdoor photograph of three Sioux Indian chiefs standing in front of tepee. Printed on back of card: "For sale by Herrin, Artist. East Portland, Or." Also has names of Indians in photo. 4.25"x 6.5" Very good contrast, very light soiling on card.

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STUNNING HERRIN CABINET CARD OF RAIN-IN-THE-FACE. A truly magnificent cabinet card, both in image quality and condition, this 3¾" x 5¼" Herrin photograph shows Rain-In-The-Face in all his glory. He is dressed in a fringed and beaded buckskin jacket and wears a magnificent full-length eagle feather headdress, complete with ermine- and feather-festooned buffalo horn cap. In one hand, Rain-In-The-Face holds a peace pipe, in the other a stone war club. The great Hunkpapa warrior is identified on the lower border of the gilt-edged photographer's mount; on the verso, a list of additional photographs available through the Herrin studio. This is an exceptional item, ready for prominent display!

Provenance: The Chris Kortlander Collection

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ATTRACTIVE HUFFMAN CABINET OF RAIN-IN-THE-FACE, ca 1880-1890. L.A. Huffman operated a photo studio in Miles City from 1880 to 1890, when this handsome bust image of Rain-In-The-Face was created. The great Lakota war chief is pictured wearing an impressive eagle feather headdress with ermine-fur decoration. Image measures 4" x 5 ½" and is affixed to Huffman's imprinted cabinet card, which reads at lower edge: "Huffman's Indian Portraits. Northern Pacific Views. Badland and Big Horn Scenery. Studio, Miles City, M.T." Some soiling to mount, but otherwise in fine condition.

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PRISTINE BARRY CABINET OF RAIN-IN-THE-FACE. Bright, fresh studio image depicts Rain-in-The-Face seated, holding a large rifle in his lap. He wears a loose white shirt, several neck scarves, slacks, and two feathers in his hair. Image bears an ink stamp at lower left corner which reads "Copyright by D.F. Barry." Below the 3¾" x 5½" image, on Barry's West Superior photographer's mount (4¼" x 6½") are the words "Chief Rain in the Face" in ink, in an unknown hand. On the verso, penciled notations read, "Rain-in-the-face is supposed to have killed Custer 1913." This cabinet image is beautiful, clean and fresh, and would make a wonderful addition to any Western Americana collection.

Provenance: The Chris Kortlander Collection

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HANDSOME BARRY CABINET OF RAIN-IN-THE-FACE AND WOMAN. Rain-In-The-Face poses for a studio shot with an unidentified woman - we can only assume she is his wife, as she rests one arm casually on his shoulder. The great chief sits, wearing a three piece suit, and holds what appears to be a mink pelt in his lap. His hair is unbraided, but bound with cloth ties. To his right stands his wife, wearing traditional Indian garb, several long necklaces, a quill choker and delicate dangling earrings. Image measures approximately 3¼" x 5¼" and is affixed to Barry's 4¼" x 6½" red-ink imprinted matte board. On verso, Barry's Chief Gall logo, advertising "Photographs of All the Noted Indians." The corners of the backing board show minor wear, but these do not detract in any way from this impressive cabinet of a great Lakota chief.

Provenance: The Chris Kortlander Collection

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HERRIN CABINET OF CHIEF GALL. Well-recognized ¾-length image of the great warrior Gall, wrapped in a buffalo skin blanket and holding a bow. Gall wears a store-bought vest, a scarf around his neck, and his shoulders and forearms are decorated with white striped war paint. Image measures approximately 3¾" x 5½"; cabinet card is approximately 4¼" x 6". A few pin holes at left, right, and lower edge of image, and moderate wear to corners of backing card. Penned beneath the image: "My friend A big chief." Verso features a list of images available through the Herrin studio of Portland, Oregon.

Provenance: The Chris Kortlander Collection

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O.S. GOFF CABINET OF RAIN-IN-THE-FACE. Lakota war chief Rain-in-The-Face poses for the camera wearing an ill-fitting military jacket and a presidential peace medallion, a large eagle feather in his braided hair. He stares directly into the camera's lens with a faint smile on his lips - he seems proud and slightly bemused by the photo session. Penciled notation at lower edge of backing card identifies him as "Rain in face." Image measures approximately 4" x 5¾" and is affixed to a slightly larger photographer's mount, which bears Goff's Bismarck, D.T. imprint. Penned on verso by a former owner: "Son of Sitting Bull, very heartless & brutal." Minor chips and faint soiling at edges/corners. This is a wonderful photo of a great Lakota chief.

Provenance: The Chris Kortlander Collection

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D.F. BARRY CABINET OF CHIEF JOHN GRASS. Brilliant head and shoulders portrait of Chief John Grass taken at Barry's studio in West Superior, Wisconsin. This stunning image shows the great Hunkpapa leader in a ¾ profile pose, looking with determination into the middle distance. Also known as Charging Bear, Chief John Grass wears a store-bought suit coat and a scarf tied around his neck. This 3¾" x 5½" photograph is in magnificent condition and is affixed to Barry's 4¼" x 6½" printed photographer's mount. An outstanding Barry image, suitable for prominent display!

Provenance: The Chris Kortlander Collection

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Z. GILBERT CABINET OF RUNNING ANTELOPE, ca 1880s. Impressive studio portrait of Chief Running Antelope wearing a store-bought jacket and holding a hawk-feather fan. His kerchief is secured with a large, handcrafted metal stay and his braids are fur-wrapped. The 4" x 5.5" image is affixed to Gilbert's "Mandan, N.D." photographer's mount (4.25" x 6.5"), which advertises a list of Gilbert's photographs on verso. Paper loss at lower corners of mount, with some age-toning and staining along mount edges. Image is fine.

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IMMACULATE BARRY PORTRAIT OF CHIEF RED HORSE. Wearing a military blouse and staring defiantly into the camera's lens, this Barry portrait of Chief Red Horse makes a bold impression. As a head chief among the Sioux council, Red Horse fought both Reno's and Custer's men during the Battle of the Little Bighorn, and later created many well-known ledger drawings of the events of the battle. Housed in Barry's large tri-fold presentation folder, the 6½" x 4½" photograph bears Barry's print blind stamp, and the interior of the folder bears two similar stamps. On verso of folder is Barry's blue and white Superior, Wisconsin sticker. Both folder and photograph are in pristine condition.

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CROW FOOT (SITTING BULL'S SON) CABINET CARD ca.1880s Crow Foot (1876 -1890) was the son of Sitting Bull of the Lakota. He participated alongside his father in the surrender at Fort Buford in 1881. He was killed along with his father on December 15, 1890, by a group of Indian police.

Caption: Crow Foot (Sitting Bull's Son). Crow Foot surrendered his father's gun to Major Brotherton at Fort Buford in 1881 Sitting Bull Claims the boy surrenders, not he. Back stamp Barry photographer, Bismarck, D. T. (Dakota Territory) A very RARE image of Sitting Bull's son, (Crow Foot) not often offered for sale. Great contrast has some light foxing at bottom of cabinet card.

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LARGE BARRY IMAGE OF SITTING BULL'S SON, CROW FOOT. Early in Barry's career, he took periodic trips from Bismarck to Ft. McGinnis and Ft. Buford to photograph the military men there, and to record the beginning stages of reservation life for the Indians. It was during one of these trips in 1880 to Ft. Buford that Barry took a photograph of Crow Foot, Sitting Bull's first son by his first wife, Seen By the Nation. This photograph rocketed Barry into the limelight as an independent photographer. The full-length image shows the young brave at about eight years of age, standing with a blanket wrapped around him. His braids are tied together beneath his chin and he stares directly into the camera with a calm countenance. The photograph, which measures 7" x 11¼" bears a small tear at the upper right corner and a few small chips along the right edge. Image has been affixed to Barry's gilt-edged photographer's mount (7½" x 13") which bears his logo and imprint on verso. This impressive photograph is accompanied by one of Barry's original photo-mount narratives, which tells the story of how Crow Foot surrendered his father's gun to Major Brotherton in June 1881, and reveals Crow Foot's part in Sitting Bull's death in 1890. An exceptional pairing of Barry pieces, worthy of any collection.

The Chris Kortlander Collection

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SIOUX CHIEF "ONE BULL" FORT RANDALL D. T. CABINET CARD ca 1880sOne Bull (Sioux Chief) printed on verso, "Twenty-seven years of age, is a nephew of Sitting Bull and a skilled warrior. He it was who had to be knocked down and carried aboard the boat to be brought as a prisoner to the Fort He has 10 wives, 9 of whom are now living. Only two of them are living with him now. His second wife is his favorite. She has had two children-one but four hours old as we squat by the side of the Teepee to obtain his history by the assistance of the Post interpreter." Photographer, Bailey, Dix & Mead, Fort Randall D. T. (Dakota Territory). 4.25"x 6.50" Great contrast, near mint condition.

72089

RARE KICKING BEAR PHOTOGRAPH. Unusual "boudoir" cabinet of medicine man Kicking Bear, a chief among the Miniconjou Sioux. Kicking Bear distinguished himself in several battles in the Black Hills War and at the Battle of the Little Bighorn. Kicking Bear is credited with bringing the Ghost Dance religion to his people in 1889, after having learned it in Nevada the year before. Here, Chief Kicking Bear is pictured wearing a breech cloth, a long, loose white shirt, a dark vest, a colorful neck scarf, and white paint on his face. The chief stands, squinting into the sun, with his blanket and moccasins on the ground at his feet. Written on the negative at lower right: "Chief Kicking Bear A Leading Chief of the Brule Hostile Indians." Although the photographer is unidentified, and Kicking Bear incorrectly identified as a Brule Indian, the negative printing matches that commonly seen on images produced by the Northwestern Photographic Company of Pine Ridge, South Dakota. Pin holes appear at upper left and lower right corners. On the verso, in pencil: "Kicking Bear (Since civilized and formerly with Wild West Outfit.)" Image measures approximately 8½" x 5¼" and shows some wear at corners and edges, but is otherwise in very good condition. Unusual and desirable!

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72090

VERY RARE FULL-LENGTH CABINET IMAGE OF CHIEF KICKING BEAR. This 4" x 5½" sepia photograph of Chief Kicking Bear was taken by Dennistoun Photo Co. of Glasgow, during Kicking Bear's tour with Buffalo Bill's Wild West Show. The noted medicine man is depicted wearing his complete show costume, with a loose white shirt, dark striped pants, beaded moccasins, quill breastplate, floor-length feathered headdress, necklaces, vest and fur wraps on his braids. He stands in partial profile, looking into the lens. In one hand he holds a metal-tipped stick/cane, while the other rests on a length of log. Penciled notations on photographer's mount (recto and verso) provide reproduction instructions and information regarding placement in a portfolio/series of images. Some wear to corners of mount, else fine.

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72091

THREE WILD WEST PLAINS INDIANS This un-mounted albumen Image, has (3) Chiefs in full regalia, one on left has a full length Headdress.They appear to be at a Wild West Show, No photographer and no other Identification measures 7" x 5". Image is slightly faded at left edge, but is otherwise in fine condition.

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72092

PHOTOGRAPH OF CHIEFS KICKING BEAR, SHORT BULL, AND THE MESSIAH This 5" x 7" photograph depicts the Indian chiefs Kicking Bear, Short Bull, and The Messiah on horseback in full regalia, especially the headdress worn by Kicking Bear on the left. Their ponies are also decorated for this occasion, which appears to be some sort of exhibition since there are cowboys to be seen in the background. The photograph is slightly faded at the left, but otherwise is in good condition with no tears evident.

72093

CABINET CARD GERONIMO BY A. F. RANDALL 1880s Geronimo. June 1829-February 1909 (Chiricahua Apache 'One Who Yawns'); was a prominent Native American leader of the Chiricahua Apache who warred against the encroachment of the United States on his tribal lands and people for over 25 years.
This photograph of Geronimo sitting in studio was attributed to A. F. Randall as his paper tag is on verso. Also in period ink: "Compliments of C. P. Terrek?, 1st Lt. 8th Infantry New York 10/1/86." Also in period pencil "J. B. Poole 245 West-35th New York USA." 5.5" x 8". Photograph is very good, with light contrast, has corner broken bottom right, and taped in frame.

72094

A C. S. Fly Photograph of Geronimo C. S. Fly was a famous photographer at Tombstone, Arizona and captured many of the famous faces of the Old West and Indian Country, few more famous than that of the Indian warrior Geronimo. In this 8 1/2" x 5 1/4" cabinet card, Fly captures the image of the great warrior on horseback in an outdoor setting, grim-faced with a kerchief around his head. On the back of the photograph, Fly's printed notes indicate the photograph of the Apache chief was taken 'before the surrender to General Crook in the Sierra Madre mountains of Mexico'. The printed notation goes on to remind the viewer that Geronimo 'escaped March 30, 1886...the most fiendish, cruel and bloodthirsty of the Apaches now defying the United States and Mexico'.

This photograph has four small nail holes, one at each corner, and bears the C. S. Fly copyright stamp dated 1888 at Tombstone, Arizona at the bottom right front.

72095

CHIRICAHUA APACHE INDIAN GERONIMO CABINET CARD ca 1880s Geronimo (1829-1909) was a prominent Native American leader of Chiricahua Apache In southwest, (Arizona) who warred against the encroachment of the United States on his tribal lands and people for over 25 years. While outnumbered, Geronimo fought against both Mexican and United States troops and became famous for his daring exploits and numerous escapes from capture from 1858 to 1886. This came to an end on September 4, 1886, when Geronimo surrendered to United States Army, General Nelson A. Miles at Skeleton Canyon, Arizona. This cabinet card has caption on photograph "Geronimo. Apache" Also in period ink "Geronimo". No photographer. The image has great contrast an is in near mint condition.

72096

GERONIMO & NAICHE ON HORSE BACK, C.S. FLY, TOMBSTONE, ARIZONA TERRITORY, CABINET CARD ca. 1886. Photographed by noted Indian photographer C.S. Fly on March 27, 1886, when he accompanied Crook's troops to Canyon de los Embudos for surrender negotiations with Geronimo and his small band of renegades. Geronimo later fled but finally surrendered to Gen. Nelson Miles on Sept. 4, 1886. Here, Geronimo is seated atop his horse, flanked by Chiricahua leader Natchez (on horseback), his son (holding infant), and another unidentified warrior. Van Orden (1991) in his excellent discussion of the photographs taken March 25-26, 1886, that the individuals in Fly's photo series show nearly new clothing, suggesting that the band had been re-outfitted after losing nearly everything in a January raid by U.S. forces on their Mexican stronghold. Identified on applied paper label on verso as "Scenes in Geronimo's Camp. No.171, Geronimo with Natches, Natches with hat on; Son of Geronimo standing by his side." In excellent condition, with the usual minor wear to edges and corners. An extremely desirable image worthy of any Western Americana collection!

72097

GERONIMO SON & TWO BRAVES. C. S. FLY, TOMBSTONE, ARIZONA TERRITORY CABINET CARD ca. 1886 Geronimo was a prominent Native American leader of Chiricahua Apache in the Southwest, (Arizona). C. S. Fly paper tag verso. Scene in Geronimo's Camp the Apache outlaw and murderer. Taken before the surrender to General Cook March 27, 1886, in the Sierra Madre Mountains of Mexico. Escaped March 30, 1886. This came to an end on September 4, 1886, when Geronimo surrendered to United States Army General Nelson A. Miles at Skeleton Canyon, Arizona. On front of card "Copyright 1886 by C. S. Fly, Tombstone Ariz." 8.5"x 5.5"Good contrast, has some soiling on image.

72098

GERONIMO WITH SON & 20 APACHE BRAVES TWO CABINET CARDS ca 1886. Geronimo was a prominent Native American leader of Chiricahua Apache in the Southwest, (Arizona). Scene in Geronimo's Camp the Apache outlaw and murderer. Taken before the surrender to Gen. Cook March 27, 1886, in the Sierra Madre Mountains of Mexico. On the front of card #1 "No. 174 Geronimo, Son and Picked Braves. Man with long Rifle Geronimo" Card #2 Geronimo about 20 Chiricahua Apache braves with rifles. C. S Fly photograph Tombstone, Arizona A.T. 8.5"x 5.5" Light contrast, small chips on corners of cards

72099

LARGE CABINET OF NACHEZ AND WIFE BY A.F. RANDALL. 1884 studio image of Nachez, son of Cochise, and his wife. Both wear a mixture of traditional Indian garments and accessories, as well as white man's clothing and accoutrements. Posed against a background of plants, trees and boulders, the image is inscribed: "Nachez or Nei-chi-ci (Son of Chochise) & Wife - chief of Chiricahua Apaches." Image is moderately faded at the upper third. Original photographer's mount with purple stamp on verso reading: "A.F. Randall Photographer." A scrap of paper has been glued to the back of the mounting board bearing the following printed information: "Copyrighted May 16th, 1884, by A.F Randall, in the Library of Congress, Washington, D.C." Minor wear at corners, else fine.

Provenance: The Chris Kortlander Collection

72100

D.B. CHASE CABINET OF "SIGNOR PESO". Extremely clear and sharp image of "Signor Peso, Chief of Scouts who Captured Geronimo." From the late 1850s through 1886, Geronimo was known for daring exploits and numerous escapes from capture. After evading 5,000 US troops and many units of the Mexican Army for more than a year, Geronimo's small band of 38 men, women, and children was finally cornered and captured in September 1886 in Arizona, with the help of Signor Peso and his Indian scouts. Peso wears a combination of native and non-native clothing, holds a spear and bow and arrow quiver, and wears a feathered buffalo horn bonnet. Affixed to a cardboard backing, this image is in exceptionally good condition. Rare and desirable!

Provenance: The Chris Kortlander Collection

72101

WIFE OF COCHISE, THE APACHE WARRIOR - A. F. RANDALL PHOTOGRAPH ca 1880s Toos-Day-Zay. Wife of Cochise and mother of Natches, the hostile Chiricahua Apache Chief. Very rare A. F. Randall (Arizona Territory) image of Cochise's wife. Seldom seen imperial size image. 5.25"x 8.5" Excellent condition with crisp contrast.

72102

CHIRICAHUA APACHES WITH BOWL AND BEAUTIFUL CONCHO BELT ca 1880s Bavetentio and his squaw Chiricahua Apaches. Squaw is holding a great Apache bowl. The man holding a drilling percussion rifle/shotgun, combination with three triggers. Pistol appears to be Colt single action, with a beautiful Silver Concho belt. Published & photographed by Ben Whittick, Albuquerque, New Mexico. 5.25"x 8.5" Condition is fine with some light contrast.

72103

DANIEL MARKEY CABINET CARD OF APACHE WARRIORS. Seven Apache warriors pose with their horses in the Arizona sun. Taken circa 1887, this sepia image is sharp and clear but shows moderate wear, with pinholes at corners/edges and water marks on verso of mount. On verso: "D.A. Markey. Photo Artist." Heavy wear to photographer's mount at edges and corners.

72104

EXCELLENT BOUDIOR CABINET OF CHIEF NANA BY WITTICK. Warm Springs Apache Chief Nana was married to Geronimo's sister, and was an important member of Geronimo's renegades. Pictured here in old age, Chief Nana is seated, holding a walking stick and surrounded by desert plants in Wittick's Albuquerque studio, circa 1881. Moderate age toning does not detract from this impressive image. Usual wear to mount corners.

72105

ZE-LE & WIFE TZES-TON CHIRICAHUA APACHES ca. 1880'S. Very nice studio photograph of two Chiricahua Apaches. Apache man is holding a 2-triggered Frank Wesson Rifle with octagon barrel. Published by Ben Whittick, Albuquerque, New Mexico, Territory. Good condition; some light contrast

72106

FOUR C.S. FLY BOUDOIR PHOTOS OF 10th CAVALRY AT FORT HUACHUCA, A.T. ca 1880-1890. Known as "The Father of Frontier Photography," Tombstone photographer Camillus Sidney (C.S.) Fly ventured to Fort Huachuca to capture images of the Army's famed Apache-hunters, some time in the 1880s. Offered here are four boudoir cabinets of members of the 10th Cavalry Regiment on horseback and standing in formation in parade dress. In two of the photos, fort buildings can be seen in the background, one of which we have identified as Leonard Wood Hall, a large two-storied building used as the fort hospital. Only two of the four groups are specifically identified ("A Troop" and "I Troop"), but all were a part of the U.S. Army's attempt to quell the Chiricahua Apache threat, and to secure the border with Mexico, in the 1880s. These 7.5" x 4.5" cabinets are in fine condition, with minor soiling and/or water stains along edges of photographer's mounts. Two of the four bear Fly's ink-stamp on verso, which reads: "Fly's Gallery, Tombstone, Ariz. C.S. Fly, Proprietor." A very desirable lot for the discerning Indian Wars collector!

72107

EXTREMELY SCARCE CABINET PHOTOGRAPH OF GERONIMO IN HIS WAR BONNET. From 1890 to 1895, George A. Addison operated a photo studio at Fort Sill, Oklahoma Territory, where he concentrated on photographing the Indians being held there. In this extremely rare three-quarter length image, the great Apache chief stands in profile, his head turned slightly toward the camera. He wears a handsome buff buckskin jacket with fringes along the arms, back, and lower hem, as well as a buffalo-horn and eagle-feather war bonnet. A remarkable image of a remarkable man! Photo bears a significant crease (separated, then taped on verso) to the right of center. Running the length of the image, it affects only the feathers of Geronimo's headdress. A small section of the backing mount is missing at upper right corner, and there are a few chips along the edges of the mount (none affecting image). Image measures approximately 4" x 5¼". At lower edge of Addison's embossed photographer's mount is penciled the following notation: "Geronimo with his war bonnet." Despite the damage to this rare image, it remains extremely collectible and would make an exceptional addition to any collection.

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72108

ADDISON CABINET OF GERONIMO: SCARCE AND IMMACULATE. This rarely seen image of Geronimo was taken during his imprisonment at Fort Sill in Oklahoma, circa 1890-1905. The noted Indian warrior sits upon a large section of tree trunk, wearing store-bought pants, jacket, shirt, and boots. He wears a colorful scarf around his neck and a straw hat. His hair is cut short and he stares defiantly into the camera lens. Clear and crisp, this 3¼" x 5½" image is also fresh and spotless - as if it were printed yesterday! Affixed to Addison's Ft. Sill photo mount, which features an attractive embossed decoration around the edges. A must-have for the Geronimo collector!

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72109

RARE IRWIN IMAGE OF GERONIMO WEARING UNUSUAL "HORNED" HAT. Taken later in life while imprisoned at Fort Sill, Oklahoma Territory, this unique Irwin photograph shows an elderly Geronimo wearing a heavily fringed buckskin jacket with a striped blanket wrapped around his waist. He leans against a tree wearing a very unusual hat that features two curved fabric horns. Image measures approximately 4" x 5¼" and is affixed to Irwin's slightly larger Chickasha photographer's mount. Moderate water stains appear at lower right corner of mount, but do not affect image. Typical wear to corners of mount. On verso: "Geronimo Chief of the Apache Indian [sic] now a prisoner of war at Ft. Sill." An attractive and unique cabinet of the great warrior chief.

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72110

IMPRESSIVE IRWIN IMAGE OF GERONIMO HOLDING A "DANCE" TEXAS REVOLVER. After years on the run, the great Apache warrior Geronimo surrendered to the U.S. military in 1886, and was sent to Florida for imprisonment. In 1894, Geronimo and 341 other Apaches were brought to Fort Sill, where they were held as prisoners of war for the rest of their lives. Geronimo was occasionally allowed to leave the Fort later in his life, touring briefly with Pawnee Bill's Wild West Show in 1908. We believe this 4" x 5½" photograph was taken during that time period. The great Apache chief is pictured wearing an eagle-feather headdress and a heavily fringed buckskin shirt. He holds a pistol in his lap and looks to his left with a scowl on his face. This bold and striking photograph is in excellent condition, with minor chips and wear to the edges and corners of Irwin's imprinted photographer's mount. Written in pencil along the lower edge of the mount: "Geronimo, Famous Apache Chief," and on verso: "Geronimo, the famous Apache chief, now a prisoner of war at Fort Sill." A rare and desirable image of a great Apache warrior.

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72111

PRISTINE FOUR-IMAGE CABINET OF GERONIMO AND SCENES FROM INDIAN TERRITORY. Unique composite image originally photographed and assembled by William E. Irwin, reproduced here by Overstreet photography studios in Chickasha, Indian Territory. The quartet of images include: "Geronimo's Interpretor (sic)" wearing a full-length feathered headdress, "Geronimo - Apache Chief" also wearing a feathered headdress, "Cattle Grazing Near Ft. Sill," and "Kiowa Indian Girls in Parade at Anadarko" showing approximately 15 young Indian maidens on horseback. Penciled notation at upper left corner of photographer's mount reads, "Geronimo." Image measures approximately 4" x 5½". Cabinet card and image are in exceptional condition, with just a few minor scuffs at the corners of the photographer's mount. Perfect for display!

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72112

GERONIMO AND FAMILY AT PARADE IN ANADARKE, NEAR FORT SILL OKLAHOMA 1903
Very scarce Image of Geronimo leading parade. Period ink version of this image. "Main Street-City hall on right back ground. A close up of an Indian Chief and his family who are in the parade in August 1903". 10"x 8" Good condition with crease down middle. Archival tape reverse.

72113

UNDERWOOD STEREOVIEWS OF SOUTHWEST AND PLAINS INDIANS, GERONIMO. Interesting collection of stereographic images of Indians from various tribes, including Hopi, Navajo, Crow, Pueblo, and more. Apparently comprised of two different sets of images - Southwest and Plains Indians - the 39 stereoviews include scenes of Indian dance ceremonies, art and craft making, pow wows, children, lodging, and reservation scenes. Of particular note is one card featuring Geronimo as he carves up a buffalo while others watch. One image (Crow girls in elk tooth dresses) is extremely worn around the edges and shows some image loss; all others are in fine condition. Housed in an original stereographic image box, which is extremely well-worn and bound with tape.

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72114

RARE AND DESIRABLE PHOTO OF GERONIMO ON HORSEBACK. Excellent Kodak box camera image of Geronimo astride his horse, wearing white man's clothes and sitting astride a western saddle. Most likely photographed at Fort Sill, where he was held as a prisoner for the last 23 years of his life. In the background, several white men and Indians can be seen, some on horses, some gathered near a covered wagon. Image measures 5" x 4" and is in very fine condition. A terrific Geronimo image!

72115

RARE HAND-TINTED TINTYPE OF YOUNG NEZ PERCE UNDER CHIEF. Taken circa 1875 by an unidentified photographer, Young under Chief is seen here in an outdoor setting, wearing a traditional Nez Perce striped blanket-coat with a richly beaded purse attached to his belt. This Native American Indian's cheeks and the stripes on the coat have been hand-colored. A few short years after this photo was taken, the US government reneged on its promise to allow the Nez Perce to live in peace off of reservation lands. Rather than accept the white man's deceit, Chief Joseph went North, leading 800 of his people toward freedom at the Canadian border. For over three months, they outmaneuvered and battled their pursuers traveling 1,700 miles across Oregon, Washington, Idaho, Wyoming, and Montana. This impressive image measures 2.5" x 4.25" and is housed in a 4.25" x 6" pre-cut two-sided cardboard frame which has been removed from a photo album. Truly outstanding. A one-of-a-kind treasure! A beautiful image, noted on image Chief Joseph, Not proven.

72116

CHIEF JOSEPH CABINET PHOTOGRAPH BY F. JAY HAYNES -1880s
Chief Joseph (1840-Sept. 1904) was the chief of the Wal-lam-wat-kain (Wallowa) band of Nez Perce Indians during General Oliver Howard's attempt to remove his band and the other "non-treaty" Indians to a reservation in Idaho. For his principled resistance to the removal, he became renowned as a humanitarian and peacemaker. Photographed and published by F. Jay. Haynes, St. Paul, Minnesota. Condition is near mint as issued.

72118

AMBROTYPE IMAGE OF COCONAKO, WIFE OF CHIEF SHABONNA. This quarter-plate ambrotype image of Coconako, wife of the Ottawa and Pottawatomie Indian Chief Shabonna, has been tinted at the face. Coconako appears to be wearing Indian trade beads and gold rings and has her ears pierced, all of which have been tinted. Coconako is buried at Morris, Illinois, having died in 1864, five years after her husband.
This ambrotype from the 1850s is in its wooden half-case which is damaged at top. Case dimensions: 4.5"x 5.5"; Image 3.25"x 4.25". Good condition, has foxing, some discoloring.

72119

AMBROTYPE OF SHABONNA, OTTAWA/POTTAWATOMIE INDIAN CHIEF This quarter-plate ambrotype image of Shabonna, the Ottawa and Pottawatomie Indian chief who fought with Tecumseh has been tinted slightly to add effect to the facial features of this famous, early Indian chief who later became one of the white man's best friends. Shabonna was a big, burly man with a wide face who allied himself with Tecumseh in 1807 to form a confederacy against the white settlers. After Tecumseh was killed, Shabonna was persuaded to become a friend to the white man and even later guided American troops during the Blackhawk War.

Shabonna was already an old man when this ambrotype was taken in the 1850s. He appears to be wearing a fringed belt and a heavy jacket and has his ears pierced. In his right hand he is holding a cane tinted gold at the top, Also, he is wearing a very early sheathed Bowie knife with a gilded top. The wooden case measures ase 4.5"x 5.5", the image 3.25"x 4.25". Good condition, has foxing, some discoloring.

Note: An ambrotype of Shabonna's wife, Coconako is included in this auction in a separate lot.

72120

CUSTER'S CROW INDIAN SCOUT CURLEY CABINET CARD ca 1880s Curley was born approximately 1856 in Montana Territory. He resided on the Crow Reservation in the vicinity of Pryor Creek. He enlisted in the U.S. Army as Indian scout on April, 1876 and was later chosen to scout for the Seventh Cavalry during the Little Bighorn expedition in same year along with fellow Crow warriors. He was eye witness to parts of battle of Little Bighorn and his translated account later appeared in many newspapers, as he was thought to be the only surviving witness from the U.S. side of Custer's Last Stand. This photograph of Curley has inscription on card in period ink: "Curley Custer, Custer's favorite Scout" 4.25"x 6.50". It has great contrast and slight foxing.

72121

CURLEY - GENERAL CUSTER'S CROW SCOUT BY D.F. BARRY Beautifully detailed cabinet image of Curley, the most noted of Custer's Crow scouts. Curley enlisted in the U.S. Army as a scout on April 10, 1876, and shortly thereafter was chosen to scout for the 7th Cavalry during the Little Bighorn expedition, with fellow Crow warriors White Man Runs Him, Goes Ahead, Hairy Moccasin, White Swan and Half Yellow Face. Curley, White Man Runs Him, Goes Ahead, and Hairy Moccasin accompanied Custer's men to the ridge later known as Last Stand Hill, but shortly before the fight began, Custer ordered the scouts to a distant ridge. When the Battle ended, Curley was identified as the lone survivor, something he always denied - his fellow scouts survived as well. Oval bust photo shows Curley in profile, wearing a white man's shirt, several beaded necklaces, a large hoop earring in his right ear, and fur-wrapped braids. The image measures approximately 3½" x 4½' and is affixed to Barry's red-print photographer's mount. Beneath image, "Curley - Crow Scout" in gilt print. On verso, photographer's notations in pencil read: "No 21 prog p 27 Put this in place of 'American Horse.'" Very minor soiling of mount does not detract from this fine image in excellent condition.

Provenance: The Chris Kortlander Collection

72122

HANDSOME CABINET IMAGE OF CURLEY, CUSTER'S SCOUT WITH A CROW BEADED RIFLE SCCABBARD ca. 1880. Printed by an unidentified photographer, this pristine image of Curley looks brand new! Photographed in a studio, Curley stands with one foot on a large block of stone, one elbow on his knee. In his other hand, Curley holds his rifle, which is hidden from view in a richly beaded rifle bag. This image is unusual in that it has clearly been altered by the photographer, blacking out the space between Curley's left elbow and his body, and the space between Curley's legs - presumably the background was too faint in the image and the photographer wanted to add more contrast. Nevertheless, this 4" x 5½" image is in exceptional condition, as is the gilt-edged photographer's mount (approximately 4¼" x 6½"). "Curley" is written in pencil beneath the image. An outstanding collectible!

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72123

RED CLOUD, CHIEF OF PINE RIDGE AGENCY. An unknown photographer produced this formal 3¾" x 5½" image of Chief Red Cloud, wearing a full suit of white man's clothes, and holding a peace pipe and beaded bag. In 1886, he waged his own war against the U.S. military, resulting in the Treaty of Fort Laramie, causing the military to abandon its forts on the Bozeman Trail. Although Red Cloud was an important and revered leader of the Lakota, and a determined warrior on the battlefield, he was unable to prevent the ultimate theft of Lakota lands by the white man, and he and his people ended up imprisoned at Pine Ridge Agency in South Dakota. Photograph is affixed to a heavy mat board which measures 4¼" x 6½", and is in very fine condition.

Provenance: The Chris Kortlander Collection

72124

LAKOTA SIOUX CHIEF "RED CLOUD" CABINET CARD ca 1880's Red Cloud (Lakota: Makhpiya Luta), was a war leader of the Oglala Lakota (Sioux). One of the most capable enemies the U. S. military ever faced, he led the successful war in 1866-1868 known as Red Cloud's War over control of the Powder River Country in northwestern Wyoming and southern Montana. Later he led his people in reservation life. This cabinet card has no photographer or location. Pencil verso red Cloud 1886. 4.25"x 6.50" It has: light contrast and it is soiled.

72125

RED CLOUD FROM GENERAL CROOK'S EXPEDITION & THE BLACK HILLS. ca 1878. Very early outside shot of famous Sioux Chief "RED CLOUD" stereograph. Photographed and published by S. J. Morrow, Yankton D. T. (Dakota Territory). 7" x 4" The photograph is in very fine condition.

72126

"JACK RED CLOUD" SON OF RED CLOUD CABINET CARD 1880s He was born into Oglala Sioux tribe, his father being the infamous Red Cloud. His tribe was finally moved to the Pine Ridge Agency in South Dakota following the final Sioux War. 4.25"x 8.5" Condition is good with light contrast and some foxing.

72128

PLAINS CHIEF WITH GREAT HEADDRESS. Sepia image measuring 4½" x 4" This Plains Native American Indian is wearing a long feathered war bonnet and holding a pike; his horse sports an elaborate collar. Behind him is a livestock holding pen. Looks to be a Wild West Show venue. No photographer and no identification. Image is in excellent condition. The Chris Kortlander Collection

72129

SPOTTED TAIL GRAND CHIEF OF DAKOTAS CABINET CARD 1890s. "Spotted Tail", was a Brule Lakota tribal chief. A great warrior in his youth, he declined to participate in Red Cloud's War, having become convinced of the pointlessness of opposing the white incursions into his beloved homeland; he became a statesman, speaking for peace and defending the rights of his tribe. In 1871, he visited Washington D.C. to meet Commissioner of Indian Affairs Ely S. Parker and President Ulysses Grant. There he met with rival Red Cloud and agreed to work together. This cabinet card of Chief "Spotted Tail" was photographed in studio at Carlisle Pennsylvania by Choate. Very good condition, light contrast.

72130

CARTE DE VISITE OF IRON SCARE, BLACKFEET SIOUX CHIEF. Photographer unknown. Mah-Zah-Wah-Nah-Pa-Ah, also known as Iron Scare, poses for this impressive CDV wearing a full buffalo robe and holding a quilled and beaded bag and pipe. On his head, he wears a varnished leather cap with four feathers arrayed on the back. He stands before a cloth backdrop of a mountain scene and stares defiantly into the camera's lens. Image measures 2.25" x 3.5" and is affixed to a black mount measuring 2.5" x 4". Minor rubbing to lower and right edge of mount, otherwise in excellent condition.

72131

QUANAH PARKER AND WIVES - BOUDOIR CARD - ca. 1890. Comanche Chief Quanah Parker stands proudly by his wives, To-pay and Cho-ny, while wearing transitional dress including hide leggings and moccasins. This card has the studio imprint of "Irwin - Chickasha, Ind. Ter". Irwin had this studio, but was also a traveling photographer in Indian Territory, working at Ft. Sill and recording many outdoor views. The card measures 5.25"x 6.25" as the top portion has been cut off, the image has not been affected other than some cracks that run down about .5". The tone is light, however the image has significant contrast and sharpness.

72132

IRWIN CABINET CARD OF CHIEF QUANAH PARKER, ca 1890s. Bust image of Quanah Parker, the last Comanche Chief, Quanah Parker, in a studio setting. Parker wears a white polka-dotted scarf, dangling silver earrings, fur wrapped braids, a fringed buckskin shirt, and a pained expression on his face. Over one shoulder is draped a heavy blanket. Image measures 3.75" x 5.25" and is affixed to Irwin's 4.25" x 6.5" Chikasha, Indian Territory photo mount. Two tiny sections of paper loss at extreme lower right edge do not detract from the image. Some rubbing and wear to mount corners, and one barely discernable horizontal crease across center of image. In very good condition.

72133

LARGE CABINET IMAGE OF CHIEF QUANAH PARKER, HIS FAMILY, AND HIS ESTATE. Quanah Parker, son of a Comanche chief and a captured white woman, was able to find wealth and success in the white man's world. Here, Chief Parker is pictured standing on the second-story porch of his 22-room home in Oklahoma, with some of his wives (he had seven) and children. Parker wears a vest and tie, and a large bowler-type hat. Photographer William E. Irwin captured this image while documenting the life and times of the Comanche and Kiowa people. This crisp, clear photograph measures approximately 5½" x 4" and is affixed to Irwin's "Chickasha, Ind. Ter." photographer's mount. Minor rubbing to mount corners, otherwise in excellent condition.

Provenance: The Chris Kortlander Collection

72134

LARGE CABINET OF WHITE BUFFALO. Handsome sepia-toned, full-length image of Chief White Buffalo of the Comanche tribe. Measuring approximately 8½" x 5¼", the photograph is affixed to a heavy cardboard mount. White Buffalo rests against a concrete block wearing beaded mocassins and a nearly complete U.S. Army uniform - jacket, striped slacks and a vest. Significant crease at upper left corner affects only the background of the image, not the subject matter. Photographer not identified. Penciled on verso: "White Buffalo A Chief of the Commanche Will Leach Halstead Plains Oct 31, 1885."

Provenance: The Chris Kortlander Collection

72135

PUEBLO INDIANS - TESUQUE WARRIOR & 'SQUAW'. Immaculate images of Pueblo life grace each side of this 8" x 5 ½" sheet. The first image shows an old man proudly holding a shield and a gun beside a young woman grinding corn. On the pueblo wall behind them are various implements and artifacts of daily life. The second image depicts the small Pueblo city of Tesuque, devoid of inhabitants. In exceptional condition.

Western Expansion

72136

IMPERIAL SIZE IMAGE PUBELO HOPI, ARIZONA TERRITORY 1880-1890. A Hopi pueblo settlement built on a hilltop near Flagstaff, Arizona. It was founded about 1680. The Hopi traditionally build their multistory apartment-like dwellings called pueblos out of rocks covered with adobe. Log beams run across the roof. Ladders are used to reach different stories.

This imperial size sepia tone photograph by an unknown photographer has very nice contrast, a beautiful image. Frame measures 23"x 19" Image measures 13"x 10".

72137

IMPERIAL SIZE IMAGE PUBELO TAGUNA ARIZONA TERRITORY 1880-1890. A Hopi pueblo settlement built on a hilltop near Flagstaff, Arizona. It was founded about 1680. The Hopi traditionally build their multistory apartment-like dwellings called pueblos out of rocks covered with adobe. Log beams run across the roof. Ladders are used to reach different stories. This imperial size sepia tone photograph by unknown photographer has very nice contrast, a beautiful image. Frame measures 23"x 19". Image measures 13"x 10".

Photography

72138

WITTICK BOUDOIR IMAGE OF ZUNI GOVERNOR PALI-WAH-TI-WAH. Wonderful portrait of an important Zuni leader, wearing his finest clothes and jewelry. Shown seated in Wittick's studio, Pali-Wah-Ti-Wah gazes to his left with an air of dignity and pride. Somewhat underdeveloped, but still a striking image in fine condition. Affixed to Wittick's photographer mount with handwritten notations on verso.

72139

IMPRESSIVE WITTICK IMPERIAL CABINET OF NAVAJO COUPLE. One of Wittick's more impressive images, this large cabinet photograph depicts Navajo sub-chief Gayetenito and his wife Malia, although she is identified on the glass plate negative only as "Squaw." Gayetenito stares defiantly into the camera's lens, with a pistol on his hip and a shotgun between his knees. Photograph features a decorative border and is affixed to a larger backing board that exhibits moderate wear and some paper loss at corners. Very desirable!

72140

LOS PUEBLOS DE TAOS, NEW MEXICO PHOTOGRAPH 1880-1890 Santa Fe Route photograph of Indian Pueblo in Taos, New Mexico. Printed verso; "An Indian pueblo is at once a pyramid and a palace and a town, a castle and a City, and nothing but a big house after all... No one but a Pueblo Indian could have devised anything so determinedly ugly, and sometimes one is temped to believe that the old Aztec deities must have helped the thing along a little, just to show how hideous a place a man could build and still call it home, Etc..."Image 8"x 5". Frame 12.75"x 9.75". Very fine condition.

72141

PROFESSOR STARR - WARRIOR OF THE TAOS. Elderly Indian warrior poses with his bow and arrows, wearing several beaded necklaces and a striped blanket around his waist. Image measures 5" x 7"; photographer unknown. Identified on verso of image as "Prof, Starr - Warrior of the Taos." Photo is in excellent condition. Matted and framed to an overall size of 13" x 15".

72142

TZASHIMA, LAGUNA PUEBLO MAIDEN CABINET BY WITTICK. A beautiful Pueblo maiden poses in profile for Ben Wittick at his Albuquerque studio, circa 1884. Wearing a beaded silver necklace and earrings, she is identified on the glass plate negative as "Tzashima, Pueblo girl of Laguna." Faint water stains do not detract from this handsome image. Affixed to Wittick's Albuquerque photo mount which shows minor wear at edges and corners.

72143

NAVAHO- TOM TORLENO BEFORE AND AFTER ENTERING CARLISLE INDIAN SCHOOL IN PENNSYLVANIA, ca. 1880s. The Carlisle school was founded by the government in 1869 to teach the Indians the ways of the white culture. Those who learned their lessons often found they no longer fit into their tribal structure. Students were not allowed to return home when school was finished, they were boarded in white homes as servants. These albumen cabinet cards show the Americanization of the Indian: (left) "Tom Torleno" entering Carlisle Indian School; (right) Tom as he appeared three years later. Photographed by J. N. Choate, Carlisle, Pennsylvania. 4.25"x 6.5". Beautiful period frame 18.5"x16.5". Images are in very fine condition, light foxing.

72144

GORGEOUS WITTICK PHOTO OF NAVAJO COUPLE. This unusual cabinet card of exceptional quality features a Navajo couple displaying their silver jewelry with pride. Taken in Wittick's Gallup N.M. studio circa 1885-90, engraving on the glass plate identifies the individuals as Pedro and Anselito, both of whom stare solemnly into the lens. Image is framed with an unusual decorative border and affixed to a cardboard mount that shows moderate wear to corners, but is otherwise fine.

Western Expansion

72145

MAMMOTH PLATE PHOTOGRAPH WILLIAM H. JACKSON 1880s. This is a hard to find mammoth plate image photographed by W. H. Jackson, Denver, Colorado. "Navajo Church near Fort Wingate, New Mexico". Frame measures 30"x 25.5". Image measures 18"x22". Light contrast, some foxing.

Photography

72146

IMPERIAL CABINET OF WALAPAI INDIANS AT MOQUI PUEBLO BY OSBON. Calvin Osbon documented the Indians of the Grand Canyon area in the 1890s, when he photographed this group of Walapai Indians at Moqui Pueblo. The pueblo inhabitants are lined up along the walls and on the roofs of the large pueblo; four of the most prominent members of the tribe stand prominently in the foreground, three wearing white man's clothing and hats. Image measures 8" x 5 ½" and is affixed to a 10" x 7" backing board. This Osbon reprint was created from an original with a small section of image loss at upper right which is reflected in this photograph; else fine. Photographer's mount bears pinholes at upper corners and the usual wear along edges and corners.

72147

NEW MEXICO INDIAN DANCERS OF SAN ILDEFONSO - D.B. CHASE - SANTA FE, N.M. - BOUDOIR CARD ca. 1885.
This is an early New Mexico Native American Dance photograph showing two large and fine eagle feather headdresses and drums. The Indians are holding arrows and dance rattles in their hands, each wearing a belt of bells. The photographer Dana B. Chase operated his studio from 1884-92 in Santa Fe, and the reverse side of the card has a great deal of historical information on Santa Fe, New Mexico and the Denver and Rio Grande Railroad The card measures 8"x 5" and is in good condition, with very good contrast and tonality, slight overall darkening.

Mautz, Carl. Biographies of Western Photographer's, (Nevada City, California: Carl Mautz Publishing, 1997).

72148

10" x 8" SEPIA IMAGE OF THE "BEGINNING OF THE DANCE". This interesting tableau features a long line of young Indian warriors in ceremonial dress standing shoulder-to-shoulder before a crowd of onlookers perched on the rooftops of an adobe pueblo-type building. Inked at lower center, the scene is identified as the "Beginning of the Dance." At lower left, additional information has been penned on the image, but due to a large chip missing from the photograph, we are unable to ascertain clearly what it says. However, the image as well as the remaining letters/words give us a clue to the possible identity of the tribe: we believe this is an image of a band of Southern Paiute. Photographer and date unknown. Image is affixed to heavy cardboard mount and bears a few chips, creases, water stains, and pinholes.

Provenance: The Chris Kortlander Collection

72149

SET OF TWO NATIVE AMERICAN INDIAN STEREOGRAPHS FROM LIEUTENANT GEORGE WHEELER'S EXPEDITION OF 1873 ca.1875. This set of two stereo views from the Corps of Engineering Expedition of 1873, highlight the early dress and weaponry of the Southwest Indian tribes. These are part of a much larger set taken by noted photographer Timothy O' Sullivan, as he accompanied the engineers across the West. O' Sullivan was Matthew Brady's apprentice in Washington, D.C. and worked as a Civil War photographer with Alexander Gardener. These stereo views are great examples of the limited number of armed images that came in O'Sullivan's body of work.

The first stereo view is no. 29 "Navajo Brave and his Mother". A fine portrait showing a brave with his bow and arrow, his mother wrapped in a trade blanket. This is an image with great contrast, in good condition with minor staining on the top portion, measuring 7"x 4".

The second stereo view is no. 33 "Apache Indians, as they appear ready for the war-path". A great image which is meant to display weapons in the chronological order of use by time. The man on the far left has a large, early-style spear or lance, and a sheathed knife and gun belt. The center man has a bow and arrow ready to shoot, along with a fine headdress. The man on the right has a Springfield rifle, which may be an early conversion. This card is in fair condition with minor staining and measures 7"x 4".

Mautz, Carl. Biographies of Western Photographer's, (Nevada City, California: Carl Mautz Publishing, 1997).

72150

LOT OF TWO PUEBLO NATIVE AMERICAN INDIAN STEREOGRAPHS - G. BEN WITTICK - ca. 1881-84. This is a lot of (2) stereographs showing Southwest Native American Indian pueblo dwellings. The first image is on a pink mount measuring 4"x 7" and shows a long group of Pueblo dwellings with ladders. On the right side, in the negative is written, "Wittick Photo - View in the Pueblo Acoma, N.M.". The second image is on a red card measuring 4"x 7" and shows a group by the water. A man is dressed in Cowboy gear with them, and there is an Indian man on a horse. A woman by the water has a very large painted jug. On the right side, in the negative is written, "Pueblo Laguna N.M. - Wittick". The stereographs are in very good condition and have great tone and contrast.

72151

BEN WITTICK STEREOVIEW OF LAGUNA PUEBLO INDIANS. Dating from 1884, this Wittick image features five individuals from various bands of New Mexico's Laguna Indians, all wearing traditional clothes and accessories from their specific tribes. Affixed to an orange backing card which bears information about Wittick's photographic work on verso. In excellent condition.

72152

LAGUNA PUEBLO INDIAN STEREOCARD BY BEN WITTICK. Seven Laguna Pueblo Indians from different bands of the Southwest tribe are featured in this fine stereoview by Benjamin Wittick. Following dissolution of his partnership with R.W. Russell, Wittick opened his own shop in Albuquerque in 1884. This stereoview dates from that time. Nearly perfect, with only minor wear to orange photographer's mount.

72153

STEREOVIEW OF LAGUNA PUEBLO COUPLE BY WITTICK. Studio shot of a Native couple wearing clothing and accessories specific to their individual bands of the Laguna Pueblo tribe. At their feet are several beautiful examples of Pueblo pottery. Orange photographer's mount offers information about Wittick's Albuquerque studio on verso. In very fine condition.

72154

LOT OF SIX SAN FELIPIE PUEBLO NATIVE AMERICAN INDIAN STEREOGRAPHS - ca.1870-1890. This set is highlighted by two stereo views from the noted photographer W. H. Jackson of Denver detailing Pueblo dwellings. This image lot has a focus on New Mexico, two of the views have no photographer credit, but are both marked N.M. negative. There is a rare view of a possible Indian agent on the card marked in the negative, "A Group of San Felipi Indians, N. M.". Another view of possible Indian agents is on a rare card with the credit of "Gillingham's - on the line of the A.,T. & S. F. R. R."

72155

BEAMAN OVERSIZED STEREOCARD OF HOPI/MOQUI PUEBLO, ca 1875. Following Beaman's successful stint as photographer to the 1871 U.S. Geological Survey expedition, he spent some time photographing the Indians of New Mexico and Arizona before returning to the east coast. Here he has captured a Hopi man as he exits a kiva located on an upper level of the pueblo. Orange photographer's mount; unusual oversized backing card measures 6.5" x 4.25" and bears Beaman's printed photo list with a few stains at lower right corner. In very good condition.

72156

FOUR-PICTURE CARD OF HOPI SNAKE DANCERS. Frederick H. Maude, photographer of Arizona and California Indians, created the images seen on this large four-photo card which depict scenes from a Hopi Snake Dance ceremony. The 16-day water celebration ends with the dramatic Snake Dance, when Hopi priests handle numerous poisonous and non-poisonous snakes while performing ceremonial dances. The sepia images measures approximately 3¼" x 2½" and are affixed to an 8½" x 6½" backing card, which features irregular borders with red ink edging. Significant water damage to backing card and two of the photographs; moderate tear to lower right image.

72157

LOT OF MISCELLANEOUS INDIAN IMAGES AND PHOTO POSTCARDS. Nine items in this miscellaneous lot, including: (a) two 4" x 5" portraits of Apache youths (one male, one female), reported to have been used in the book "The Apache Wars;" (b) a 5" x 8" image of an "Oraibi-Moki Indian Family" by Park & Co. photographers; (c) a staged photo (9.5" x 7") of a group of white men dressed as Indians, accompanied by another white man wearing fringed buckskins and aiming a gun at a prone stuffed polar bear (Order of the Red Man); and (d) a collection of five photo postcards featuring Hopi, Moqui, and Pueblo Indians. All are in good to fine condition.

72158

EXCEPTIONAL STUDIO IMAGE OF MESCALERO APACHE. Identified as Carlos in a Wittick & Russell copy of this photograph, the image depicts a warrior wearing an intricately decorated shirt and fur arrow quill. He is seated, holding his bow in his lap and staring directly into the camera lens. Next to him stands a young Apache boy wrapped in a checkered blanket. This 3½" x 6" image is mounted to a 6" x 8½" card and is in pristine condition.

72159

GROUP CABINET CARD OF APACHE POLICE FORCE. Unusual group shot of the Apache Police Force at Mescalero Agency, with their interpreter and their military overseer, Capt. S.A. Utter. Seated in the group is Sans Pier, son of San Juan, a Mescalero Apache chief. An impressive image despite it being slightly underexposed and yellowed, with water stains at extreme right and left edges. Subjects are named on verso in an unknown hand.

72160

C.W. CARTER STEREOVIEW OF INDIANS ON HORSEBACK. Noted Arizona and Utah photographer C.W. Carter captured the image of three adult Indians and one youngster atop their horses in this slightly soiled stereoview. Affixed to Carter's yellow "View Emporium" backing card. Moderate wear to mount corners, otherwise in good condition.

72161

OVERSIZED HAWORTH & MCCOLLIN STEREOCARD OF APACHE INDIANS. Family of eight Apache Indians seated outside their adobe home, part of Haworrth & McCollin's "Explorations on Colorado River" series. Moderate soiling with significant wear to corners of the 7" x 4.25" mounting card.

72162

SOUTHWEST NATIVE AMERICAN INDIAN POLICEMEN AND FAMILIES - LARGE FORMAT IMPERIAL CARD - ca.1885. This stunning image features period script ink identifications for nearly all of the men and women pictured. Several of the men wear shield police badges, and several also have suspension medals pinned on. There is a very tall white man standing in the rear, and the children are shown in the front. This imposing image measures 13.5"x 10" overall, the corners are clipped in various degrees, and there is significant foxing; the tone is very light although much detail remains. There is a photographer's credit in the negative toward the bottom right that could be deciphered reading, "H. B. Pol- -". One of the men is identified as, "Arizona Charlie". An image worthy of further limited research, which could determine the exact location.

72163

APACHE WICKIUP STRAW HOUSES 1880 C. S. FLY TOMBSTONE, ca 1880s. This imperial size photograph of Apache Wickiup's shows the traditional straw houses in which the Apaches lived. C. S. Fly documented these living conditions on the deserts of Arizona showing four round structures made of straw, reinforced with wooden branches and trees. There are three white men, one a military officer. One is said to be Doctor Preston of Bisbee & Benson Arizona Territory with an Apache in background. The image has Fly's Gallery Tombstone, Arizona Territory printed on verso. Photo measures approximately 9"x 6.5" and is in very fine condition.

72164

APACHE INDIAN COWBOY PORTRAIT - CABINET CARD - ca. 1885-90 A wonderful portrait of an Apache Indian cowboy displaying both dignity and pride behind a tough bravado. The man's face is painted in the typical Apache manner of thin white lines; he has a nose ring and a large cigarette, along with a dusty shirt and bandanna. This is an unmarked cabinet card measuring 4.25"x 6.5" and was possibly a negative transfer of noted Arizona Apache photographer A.F. Randall. There is a very light period pencil script on the reverse, which reads "tucson". This is an unusual image of a transitional-phase Apache American-Indian cowboy.

72165

FOUR INDIAN STEREOVIEWS FROM THE WHEELER EXPEDITION. From 1871 to 1879, Lt. George Wheeler explored and surveyed U.S. lands west of the 100th meridian with the intention of dividing the West into a system of quadrants. Wheeler made a total of 14 trips throughout the West accompanied by field scientists and photographers. This lot contains four fantastic stereoviews of some of the Native Americans seen on Wheeler's travels; two images of Mohave braves and two of Apache warriors. Stereoviews are in fine to very fine condition, with only minimal wear and/or soiling around edges of mounts.

72166

RARE ALBUM OF 44 ARIZONA NATIVE AMERICAN INDIAN IMAGES circa 1900-1915. This album is mainly a study of Arizona weaving with (9) views of looms or rugs themselves. There are (13) views related to a Catholic Indian School, with esoteric images of the teachers, priests, and groups of children. There are (4) views to end the album that are related to the local trading post. The majority of the images are unmarked, but two have the studio mark in the negative of Simeon Schwemberger - St. Michaels, Arizona, with one of the images having this credit impression stamped. The images all have very good contrast and tone, and the pages measure 7.25"x 5.25" overall. This is a nice album made of black impressed leather in a crocodile pattern.

72167

BUEHMAN & HARTWELL CABINET OF PIMA INDIAN POLICE ca 1881. Created from a larger negative, this cropped image depicts ten Pima Indian police officers. Each man wears a button-down jacket and neck kerchief, several have badges pinned to their chests. Image shows an unusual pink tint. The photographer has enhanced the eyes of each of the officers, to give the overall image more depth and impact. Slight water staining at upper right. Image is affixed to Buehman & Hartwell's Congress Street photographer's mount and is in very good condition. Indian police images are rare and very desirable!

72168

MUST-HAVE CABINET OF APACHE CHIEF ALCHESAY AND HIS COUNCIL. This is an exceptional cabinet card of White Mountain Apache Chief Alchesay, posing with eight of his closest advisors. During the Apache Wars, Alchesay served as a scout for General Crook, and received a Congressional Medal of Honor for his part in convincing Geronimo to surrender to Crook's men. This handsome photograph was taken by Andrew Miller of Silver City, New Mexico, just a few years after Alchesay won the Medal of Honor. He is seen here holding his rifle, surrounded by eight of his men (also holding long guns), and a young boy - probably Alchesay's son - who also brandishes a weapon. In outstanding condition with negligible wear at corners, and fully intact gilt edging.

72169

RARE 1893 BOUDOIR CABINET OF APACHE JIM ON HORSEBACK. Photographed by A. Miller at Fort Grant, Arizona Territory, Apache Jim poses on horseback next to a building. Although seated on a western saddle, he wears only Native-made clothing, including a beautiful beaded and fringed war shirt and pictographic beaded leggings. Image measures 7.5" x 4.5" and is backed by Miller's 8.5" x 5.25" photo mount. Overall age toning; significant damage to the corners of the mount does not affect image, which is otherwise very good to fine.

72170

ARIZONA APACHE NATIVE AMERICAN INDIAN - BOUDOIR CARD - A.F. RANDALL - ca.1885. A "Mojave Apache" with colorized flowers adorning his head is an interesting image, considering most of the images that this photographer published of males from this tribe were scouts, warriors or infamous personalities. The boudoir card size is 5.25"x 8.5" and is gold-rimmed. The back is purple ink hand-stamped A. Frank Randall, who produced these famous sets of cards at his studio in Wilcox, Arizona Territory, mostly of Southwestern Indians. The card and image are in good condition, with the image exhibiting a nice tonality and contrast. The flowers are well colored, which was a process mostly used later than this dates to, and one that would be considered unusual for this time, subject matter, and photographer.

72171

CABINET OF PAPAGO WOMAN BY HARTWELL. Francis A. Hartwell was an important photographer in the Phoenix area from 1898-1908. During that time, he created this wonderful studio image of a Papago woman in a striped blouse with lace collar, bearing a large water vessel on her head. She gazes calmly into the camera's eye, seemingly unaware of the jar balanced on her head. Slightly underexposed, but a lovely image, nevertheless. In very fine condition.

72172

LOT OF SIX A. F. RANDALL. ARIZONA TERRITORY, GERONIMO'S BAND, APACHE PHOTOS 1880s: Apache Chiricahua. (6) Imperial size cabinet cards by A. F. Randall. "Nal-tzuc-ei-eh Apache Squaw, spy in Chiricahua campaign, '40 house sisters', 2 small children, 'Squaw & cradle', San Carlos Apache water carrier, & Mojave runners". Photographer, A. F. Randall, Willcox, (Wilcox) Arizona Territory. 6.75"x9.75"; Extra fine condition.

72173

CHIRICAHUA APACHE INDIAN SCOUT IMPERIAL SIZE CABINET CARD circa 1880's. Imperial size studio cabinet card of this Apache Chiricahua Indian. Wearing a very elaborately beaded skirt and large dancing bells wrapped around calves and ankles. Printed on verso "PARKER-PHOTOGRAPHER San Diego, California Largest collection of views in Southern California". 5.5"X 8.5". Very good contrast, Cabinet card has 3 breaks (2) taped (1) in design

72174

PRISTINE CABINET OF PIMA INDIAN. This full-length image depicts a young Pima man, wearing nothing but a breechclout, posing in a studio setting. Taken circa 1885 by Kansas photographer J.H. Lesuer, the young man is identified on verso as "Pima buck" and "Son of Ko-mo-kok, chief of the village of Saw Tau." In exceptional condition, fresh, sharp, and clean.

72175

PORTRAIT OF SOUTHWESTERN NATIVE AMERICAN INDIAN WOMAN - BEN WITTICK NEW MEXICO - BOUDOIR CARD - ca.1880. A fine portrait of an Indian woman with face paint, colored hair, and a large necklace. This portrait by noted artist Ben Wittick is in good condition with a smooth overall tone and very good contrast. The back has some chips missing as the card was once pasted in an album. The image is marked in the negative, but it is unreadable. A great Native American Indian portrait of a noted woman.

72176

MARICOPA INDIAN IN NATIVE COSTUME PHOENIX, ARIZONA ca 1880s. As of Feb. 28, 1859, a reservation was set apart for the Maricopa and the Pima on Gila River, Arizona; this was enlarged by Executive Order of Aug. 31, 1876; revoked and other lands set apart by Executive Order of June 14, 1879; enlarged by Executive Orders of May 5, 1882, and Nov. 15, 1883. No treaty was ever made with them. Photographer: Hartwell, Phoenix, Arizona. 4.25" x 6.5". The condition is very fine with even contrast.

72177

KIOWA INDIAN BRAVE SALOSO W. S. SOULE PHOTOGRAPH ca 1880s Great studio photograph of Kiowa Indian Brave Saloso. He has a great breast plate in this photo. This was Kiowa chief Santana's favorite son. Photograph by, W. S. Soule Fort Sill, Oklahoma.. 4.25"x 6" Light contrast, very light soiling on card, trimmed

72178

HORACE P. JONES AT MOW-WAYS AND PARRA-O-COOM COMANCHE CAMP, 1873. Well-known scout and interpreter Horace Pope Jones is seen here at the Cache Creek, Oklahoma camp of aggressive Comanche leaders Parra-o-Coom (Quahadi band) and Mow-Ways (Kotsoteka band). The photographer of this large cabinet card is unknown. Joining Jones on horseback are the Evans brothers, local ranchers. In the foreground, a group of Indian children pose together; in the background and far distance are many teepees, revealing how very large this combined camp was. During the winter of 1872-73, Parra-o-coom camped near the Wichita Agency at Fort Sill, and this was probably the only peaceful contact he ever had with the white man. The following year, he resumed his violent raids on white settlers. Image measures approximately 7.5" x 4.75" and is affixed to a slightly larger mount. Photo shows minor paper loss at lower left and upper right corners; moderate damage to sections of mount edge/corners. Despite the damage, this is an important and desirable piece worthy of any Western Americana collection.

72179

EXCEPTIONAL COMANCHE INDIAN CAMP - INDIAN TERRITORY - SET OF TWO LARGE FORMAT IMPERIAL CARDS - ca.1872. This historic, stunning and exceptionally rare set of two oversized Imperial cards represent the pinnacle of Native American Indian camp photography. These photographs are meant to be a historical study of Plains Indian tepee construction.

The first image has a title written on the front of the card in period script ink, "Lodge of the Plains Indians, - among the Cottonwood Trees. In a Comanche Camp, - Indian Ty. - 1872. Of dressed Buffalo skins, - 18 ft. diam.". The image shows a saddled horse in front of the tepee, with a shield stand visible behind. A white man stands to the left of the tent. This image has exceptional contrast and tonality, with very minor foxing at the edges, it measures 11"x 14" overall.

The second image also has a title in period script ink from the same author as the first, "Indian Lodges of Buffalo skins & Cedar poles. Diameter 18 feet, -height, 20 ft. Notice the method of fastening covering on frame; also arrangement for ventilation & the entrance as closed when occupants are out. Shield with scalp in centre, on tripod in fore-ground." The shield is proudly displayed to the right and the scalp can be seen. There is a number in the negative to the left, "485". This image also has fine contrast and tonality, with light foxing, and measures 7.5 x 10.5" overall. Comanche camp images of this size and quality from this early period should be considered very unique and nearly unattainable in any format.

72180

QUOHADAS COMMANCHE CHIEF WILD HORSE ca 1890 Albumen studio portrait, of this principle Comanche Chief. Famous Indian who orchestrated the raids on cattle & horses in the Texas Panhandle area, then sold them in Mexico. Penciled verso: Photo by Lenny & Sawyer Purcell, I.T. Wild Horse (Kobay-O-burra) Second chief, Quohada Commanche. 5.25"x 8"

NOTE: Thought to be a Soule photograph. Condition is very fine, great contrast.

72181

PERRY CABINET OF KIOWA-CROW INDIAN FAMILY. Circa 1890s. Mother, father, son, and daughter pose stoically in this studio cabinet image by South Dakota photographer H.G. Perry. Their clothes are primarily store-bought, but they wear a combination of Crow and Kiowa accessories, including quill-decorated leggings and cloth hair-ties. Image measures 3.25" x 4.5" and is backed by Perry's Armour, South Dakota photo mount (4.25" x 6.5"). Two tiny scratches to image (to the right of the posed subjects), and a few chips to edges and corners of photo mount. In fine condition.

72182

APPEAHTONE, KIOWA CHIEF, AND FAMILY. Large, handsome cabinet image produced by William Irwin of Chickasha, Indian Territory, circa 1899. Wearing a three-piece suit and cravat, Appeahtone sits with his hands in his lap, staring slightly to the left with a questioning look on his face. His daughter stands to his right wrapped in a floral blanket; his wife stands behind him, with a yawning infant in a papoose carrier. The image measures 3¾" x 5½" and is affixed to Irwin's 5¼" x 7¼" imprinted mount. On verso in an unknown hand: "Appeahtone & Family, chief of the Kiowa." Although the mat board shows some wear and age toning along the edges, the image is in excellent condition.

The Chris Kortlander Collection

72183

KIOWA ANNIE CABINET CARD BY IRWIN. Unusual image of Annie Berry, also known as Kiowa Annie, wife of Kiowa Apache Tennison Berry, posing in a beautiful buckskin dress trimmed extensively with elk teeth and rawhide fringes. She stands with her hands behind her head, presumably to show off the long sleeve fringes of the dress. Image measures 4" x 5½" and is in very fine condition. Affixed to Irwin's embossed-edged photo mount, which bears a few small chips and minor wear at corners and edges. On verso, in pencil: "Kiowa Annie Dress trimmed with elk teeth."

Provenance: The Chris Kortlander Collection

72184

IRWIN CABINET OF WATERMAN AND FAMILY. Attractive portrait of an Indian family, identified as "Waterman & family Kiowa Indians." The patriarch wears a fancy frock coat and suit pants; his wife and daughter wear colorful cloth skirts and blanket-shawls. Photo measures approximately 4" x 5½", and although there are several pressure indentations in the image, it is in fine condition. Affixed to Irwin's Chickasha photographer's mount, which shows minor wear to corners.

The Chris Kortlander Collection

72185

UNCOMMON CABINET IMAGE OF COMANCHE CATTLE BUTCHERING. As was typical with many native tribes, the men did the hunting and the women dressed the meat. Here we see a group of men and boys on horseback, watching several Comanche women as they butcher a large steer near Anadarko, Oklahoma. As the women work, several dogs dart in to snap up bits of fresh meat. Image measures approximately 5½" x 4" and is affixed to Irwin's slightly larger photo mount. Water stains affect the extreme upper right corner of the image, and there is significant loss to the same corner of the mount, as well as a few lesser chips along mount edges and corners; the photograph, however remains sharp, clear, and vivid. On verso in ink: "Comanche Indians butching (sic) beef near Anadarko Okla."

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72186

IRWIN CABINET CARD - DRAWING RATIONS. This interesting scene depicts a group of Indian women crowded around the door of a wooden building as their children wait patiently for them to collect their rations. Several dogs also wait for the women, apparently hoping for a scrap of something to eat. Image measures approximately 5½" x 3½" and is bright and sharply focused. Photograph is affixed to Irwin's slightly larger photo mount, which shows a bit of wear at the corners and the occasional chip along the edge but is otherwise in fine condition. On verso, in ink: "Indians drawing rations at the commissary, Anadarko Okla."

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LARGE IRWIN CABINET CARD OF FOUR INDIAN DIGNITARIES. Affixed to a William Irwin photographer's mount, this attractive 3¾" x 5½" studio image depicts four Kiowa men dressed in three-piece suits with ties and watch chains. Identified on the verso as "Lone Wolf and his leading men," they include (standing, left to right) Doyeto, Jim Waldo, and (seated, left to right) Poolaw and D.K. Lonewolf. Backing mount shows minor wear at corners, with the image being in excellent condition.

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IMPORTANT IRWIN CABINET CARD OF 'KIOWA SQUAW' AND INFANT. This image, taken by Irwin in Chickasha Territory, depicts a Kiowa woman turned away from the camera to display her infant son and the beautifully beaded cradle board upon her back. This exact cradle is shown in the book Gifts of Pride and Love - Kiowa and Comanche Cradles, alongside a copy of this image. Photo measures approximately 3.25" x 5.5" and is affixed to Irwin's "Chickasha Ind. Ter." photographer's mount. Photo has a tiny chip at upper right, but is otherwise in fine condition. Mount shows typical wear at corners and edges, with one area of chipping at affecting Irwin's name on the front of the mount. Glue traces on verso.

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NICE DRUM CABINET OF CHO-SAH-WAT-SAH, "GOD MAN," ca 1890s. Photographed by Drum of Pawhuska, Oklahoma Territory, this cabinet card image depicts the bare-chested medicine man wearing a beaver-fur cap, intricate earrings, and bear-claw necklace. In his right hand he holds a large hand-wrought hatchet. Affixed to Drum's white photo mount advertising "Pictures of Warriors, Chiefs, Squaws and Papooses" on verso. Despite some minor soiling at mount edges, this image is in fine condition.

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ARAPAHOE "CHIEF BIG MOUTH" BATTLE OF WASHITA AGAINST CUSTER 1880s. Arapahoe "Chief Big Mouth" with Black Kettle at the Battle of Washita against Custer's 7th Cavalry. This imperial size albumen cabinet card taken from life and stamped "W. S. Soule, Ft. Sill, I.T." The Battle of Washita was one of the most fierce hand-to hand battles ever to be encountered by Custer and his 7th Cavalry and included Cheyennes, Kiowas, Comanches, Arapahoes and some Apaches. Custer attacked them at dawn on November 27, 1868. They captured 53 women and children along with 875 Indian ponies, 11,000 buffalo robes and 4,000 arrows, killing over 100 Indians including Chief Black Kettle. After the battle, Custer and his men burned the Indian village to the ground. 8" x10" framed. Very fine condition, image has very small dings.

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L.A. FURLONG CABINET PHOTOGRAPH OF CHIEF BULL THUNDER. Medicine man Bull Thunder is pictured in this 4" x 6" sepia cabinet card. The elderly man wears store-bought slacks, striped shirt, and straw hat, and stares directly into the camera lens. He is draped in a white blanket and seated in a high-backed chair. Image is affixed to a slightly larger photographer's mount, which features the attractive and decorative imprint of "L.A. Furlong, Halstead Kansas" on verso. Penciled notation on verso dates this image to October 31, 1885. Moderate age-toning, but image and mount are otherwise in exceptional condition, with no chips, tears, or discolorations to mar the overall effect.

Provenance: The Chris Kortlander Collection

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INDIAN CAMP BY D. RODOCKER. Sepia-toned cabinet card of an unidentified Indian encampment, featuring numerous teepees with Indians and white men standing in a group to one side. Image measures 5½" x 4"; affixed to Rodocker's slightly larger Winfield, Kansas photographer's mount. On verso, in purple pencil in an unknown hand, "Photo of our Camp taken on Dec. 2 '93." Image shows slight fading; minor rubbing at corners of backing board, else fine.

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INDIAN TERRITORY FAMILY AT CAMPSITE - CABINET CARD - ca. 1890. This is a nice Irwin and Mankins - Chickasha, Indian Territory marked cabinet card of a Native American man and two children on a saddled horse. A nice outdoor image with good tone and contrast. Irwin and Mankins were partners in Indian Territory, and both men later had their own studios. The image has a nice soft tone and good contrast; the card is in good condition.

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VERNON, TEXAS NATIVE AMERICAN MAN - CABINET CARD - ca.1890. This is a mint condition studio portrait of a Texas Native American Indian, most likely a Kiowa or Comanche. The man is wearing transitional clothes, and has a large white tie bandana. The card is silver print and impression-marked from Link of Vernon, Texas. The black and white tone and contrast is exceptional.

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RARE NATIVE AMERICAN WITH HEADDRESS AND SHIELD - ca. 1890-95. This is a fine shot of an identified early Native American Indian in transitional phase dress complete with his full dance or ceremony regalia. This fine unmarked cabinet card is burgundy with gold-dipped scalloped edges, and measures 4.25"x 6.5". A possible identification, "Tim Duck - Stillwell, Okla." was obtained from a duplicate photo residing in a prominent collection. It was written on the reverse of the other photo in pencil, however this card is unmarked. The fine Bald Eagle feather headdress and shield are prominently displayed in this studio portrait, which has good tonality and is in excellent condition.

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TEXAS STEREOGRAPH OF NATIVE AMERICAN INDIANS - INDIAN RECEPTION TO PRESIDENT ARTHUR - ca.1890. This is a great early Southern Plains Indians stereograph with an imprint of a Texas photographer. This stereograph was originally a product of a photographer of the Northern Pacific Railroad. The photographer credit is John Serdinko of New Braunfels, Texas. Serdinko operated from 1882-99, and this card has a nice printed imprint on the reverse. Good condition with some foxing, the card measures 3.5"x 7".

Mautz, Carl. Biographies of Western Photographer's, (Nevada City, California: Carl Mautz Publishing, 1997).

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TWO STEREOVIEWS OF THE BLACK HILLS. Taken by Pollock & Boyden of Deadwood, and F.J. Haynes, these stereo cards offer two distinctly different images of the Black Hills region. In the Pollock & Boyden image, from their Views of the Black Hills series, a man and his dog pose on a hillside above the Spearfish River; Haynes' image, from his Scenery Along the Line of the Northern Pacific Railroad series, gives us a look at the 1876 street scene in Fargo, Dakota Territory. Both stereocards show typical rubbing of corners and occasional small chips at edges; minor verso waterstaining on two edges of Haynes card does not affect recto image. Overall, in very good condition.

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STEREOVIEW OF IMPORTANT CHEYENNE WARRIORS AT FORT MARION, 1875 U.S. PRISONERS OF WAR. Of the 33 Cheyenne prisoners of war held at Fort Marion, Florida, this image depicts some of the most notorious of the group, including: Medicine Water (head War Chief) and his wife; Black Horse (who later escaped) and his wife; and Menimic (head Cheyenne Chief). The crisp images seen here depict the five prisoners seated amongst piles of stacked cannons. Produced by "St. Augustine Views by the Florida Club," and affixed to a bright orange mount that is somewhat soiled at left and right borders. In fine condition.

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STEREOVIEW OF CHEYENNE PRISONERS AT FORT MARION, 1875. In 1875, a group of Comanche, Cheyenne, and Arapahoe were condemned to exile at Fort Marion by the US government for the high crimes of murder and rebellion. Under the command of Lt. Richard Pratt, the Fort Marion Indians were indoctrinated into the white man's ways under the auspices of Pratt's Carlisle Indian School. In this stereoview produced by "St. Augustine Views by the Florida Club," we see a group of approximately 35 Cheyenne posed in a courtyard at the Fort. Affixed to a bright yellow mount with an interesting narrative about the "Indians at Fort Marion" on verso. Very fine.

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SOUTHERN UTE CHIEF BUCKSKIN CHARLEY. Buckskin Charley succeeded Chief Ouray in 1880, becoming the first Ute leader during the reservation period. He is remembered for leading the rescue of women and children that had been abducted during the Meeker Massacre in 1879. Buckskin Charley is seen here in middle age, standing in front of a teepee with a saddle on the ground in the foreground. He is wrapped in a blanket and looks proudly into the camera lens. Measures approximately 3½" x 4¾" and is in exceptional condition.

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ATTRACTIVE STUDIO IMAGE OF UTE INDIAN COUPLE.Identified only as "Ute Indians" this handsome couple poses for a studio image by an unidentified photographer. The seated woman wears a striped dress and shawl; her partner stands beside her wearing a richly patterned long-sleeved shirt with a large drape around one shoulder. Image measures 5" x 7" and is matted and framed to an overall size of 13.5'" x 15.5". In excellent condition.

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BUCKSKIN CHARLEY (CHARLIE) UTE CHIEF CABINET CARD ca 1880s
Buckskin Charley (1840-1936) Southern Colorado, Utah, Ute Chief. Succeeding Chief Ouray in 1880, he became first Ute leader during the Reservation period. Remembered for leading the rescue of the women and children abducted during the Meeker Massacre and also riding with Geronimo in Theodore Roosevelt's 1905 Inaugural parade. Also received Benjamin Harrison Peace Medal in 1890.
Very early great historical cabinet card of Buckskin Charley, sitting with Indian in shell jacket. Buckskin also wearing shell jacket, has hat in hand with band on it "POLICE" has medal on vest can't make out but appears to be GAR type badge. Caption verso, in period ink "Buck Skin Charley" Photographers stamp E. A. Wilder, photographer, Durango, Colo. 4"x 6" Very crisp contrast, cabinet card appears to have been slightly trimmed.

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UTE INDIANS OF THE COLORADO VALLEY STEREOGRAPH ca 1870s . Printed on front: "U. S. Topographical and Geological Survey of the Colorado River of the West by J. W. Powell and A. H. Thompson." Printed label on verso. "Indians of the Colorado Valley, U-IN-TA-UTES. Living in the U-in-ta Valley on the Western slope of the Wasatch Mountains Utah. Indians counting." Photographed by Hillers." 7" x4". The image is in very fine condition with a nice contrast.

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CHIEFS OF SOUTHERN UTES, MARIANNA AND RED ROCK 1892: Very interesting council of numerous Ute Indian Chiefs that took over the Ute's after Chief Ouray died in 1880. Also show in photograph (in part) Chief "Mancos Jim" his tribe lived on Colorado/Utah border. Marianna. This un-mounted Imperial-size photograph has period ink identifying all participants. In center of image Nunn, Tey Marianna, a native New Mexican, born in Taos became Ouray. He is wearing a police badge. The other Identifications on photo are: "Old Navajo little Benon Chiefs son, Old Tabiah Chief, Old Joe, Marianna Chief of Southern Ute's, Billy the Kid, Red Rock Mancos Jim". 9.5"x 7.5". This photo is not mounted, and is in very good condition with light a crease in the image.

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"THREE CHIEFS-PIEGAN" PHOTOGRAVURE SIGNED CURTIS ca 1900. Edward Sheriff Curtis (1868-1952) was a photographer of the American West and the Native American Indians. In 1906 J.P. Morgan offered Curtis $75,000 to produce a series on the North American Indian. It was to be in 20 volumes with 1,500 photographs. Morgan was to receive 25 sets and 500 original prints as his method of repayment. Curtis' goal was not just to photograph, but to document as much American Indian (Native American) traditional life as possible before that way of life disappeared.

Three chiefs - Piegan (The North American Indian; v.06). This photogravure is hand signed by CURTIS, Lower right bottom corner. Has blind stamp copyright lower left bottom corner, E. S. Curtis, 1900.

Description by Edward S. Curtis: "Three proud old leaders of their people. A picture of the primal upland prairies with their waving grass and limpid streams. A glimpse of the life and conditions which are on the verge of extinction." This photogravure in brown ink was originally produced in Boston by John Andrew & Son. From the Arapaho [portfolio]. Plate #377-00. Photogravure measures 20.5"x 17" and very fine condition. Period frame measures 30"x 26", fine condition with a couple of dings.

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CARTE DE VISITE OF CUT NOSE. One of the most violent and deadly clashes occurred in 1862, in and around New Ulm, Minnesota, when Dakota Indians launched a series of attacks on the town and nearby farms which resulted in at least 500 (and possibly as many as 800) civilian deaths. One of the Indians in the Sioux uprising was Cut Nose, who, along with 37 other warriors, was executed for his part in the violence. In this 2½" x 3¼" sepia image, Cut Nose wears a store-bought shirt and seven feathers in his headband. He looks sternly to the left, cut nostril clearly evident. The photograph has been trimmed at the lower edge, resulting in the removal of some of the descriptive text, which reads (in full): "CUT NOSE, Who in the Massacre of 1862, in Minnesota, murdered 18 Women and Children and 5 Men." Save for the trimmed lower border, the image is in exceptional condition.

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INDIAN ENCAMPMENT BY UNKNOWN PHOTOGRAPHER. This 9" x 7" sepia image by an unknown photographer depicts an Indian encampment with seven teepees and, in the background, a wooden structure. Three figures are centered in the photograph - one man seated, a young boy in profile, and an older man standing, facing the camera. Several dogs wander the camp, two teepees are only partially constructed. Date unknown. Image is somewhat faded but in very fine condition; affixed to a slightly larger mat board with minor wear to the lower right corner.

Provenance: The Chris Kortlander Collection

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CARTE DE VISITE OF PAWNEE BRAVE. A young Pawnee brave poses bare-chested in this CDV produced by Caton's Gallery of Art in Omaha. He stands with his arms crossed, wearing breechclout and pants tucked into store-bought boots. Image measures approximately 2.25" x 3.5" and is affixed to Caton's 234 Farnam Street mount. Some staining along extreme left edge of mount; does not affect image.

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UNUSUAL HAND-TINTED CARTE DE VISITE OF CHE-NOPE, SAC & FOX BRAVE. CDVs of Indians are rare; hand-tinted ones even more so. Here, photographer A.W. Barker of Ottawa, Kansas, has captured Sac and Fox warrior Che-nope in all his glory. The elderly brave wears an impressive bear-claw necklace with a presidential peace medallion at center, and holds a large eagle feather fan. Che-nope's shirt sleeve and the blanket wrapped around his waist have been hand-tinted, as has the feather in his hair. Chipping and wear at edges and corners of mount, affecting image at upper right corner only. A unique and desirable item!

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IMPERIAL CABINET OF CROW KEEPER AND FAMILY DRYING BUFFALO MEAT, CIRCA 1885-95. An unknown photographer has captured Crow Keeper and his family outside their teepee, preparing for a harsh winter by drying slices of buffalo meat hung on lodge poles. Crow Keeper stands to the right, two women seated at his feet; to the left, two unidentified men on horseback. A young woman seated in the teepee opening hides her face. Image shows foxing and age-toning; moderate soiling along edges, with significant creases at upper left which do not affect the main portion of the image.

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STANLEY J. MORROW STEREOVIEW OF HIDATSA INDIANS. Nearly perfect Morrow stereoview of three Hidatsa Indians grouped outside a row of teepees, probably taken at the Fort Berthold Reservation. Between 1868 and 1881, Morrow dedicated himself to photographing as many of the Dakota Territory Indians as he could, and his list of stereoviews was extensive. This particular image depicts a standing woman and two seated men from the Hidatsa tribe; one of the men wears primarily store-bought clothing, the others are dressed in native attire. While there is some rubbing and minor staining to the yellow mount, the images are crisp and pristine.

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PRISTINE BARRY CABINET CARD OF UNIDENTIFIED INDIAN. D.F. Barry produced thousands of images of Native Americans and usually identified them for his audience, but in this case he did not. This proud warrior bears a resemblance to Curley, Custer's Crow scout, but we cannot document the Indian's name. Suffice it to say that Barry has created a wonderful image of a brave Crow warrior standing before a painted studio backdrop. He wears a store-bought vest, a checkered breechclout, and pants made from blanket material. Affixed to his belt are quilled and beaded accessories; he wears metal armbands and a feather in his hair. Image is affixed to Barry's "Chief Gall" photo mount and is spotless, bright, and clean. Very desirable!

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LOT OF FOUR INDIAN CABINET CARDS - THREE BY D.F. BARRY.
(a) Barry group portrait of Slow White Buffalo, Crow Eagle, Iron Thunder, and Fool Thunder in native dress, each holding a pipe.
(b) Barry image of Crow warrior, circa 1880s, seated with hat in lap
(c) Barry cabinet of Standing Rock
(d) Bust portrait by unknown photographer of Indian identified on verso as "Matuckaway"
Unfortunately, the cabinet cards in this set suffer moderate age toning and bear significant damage to edges, with many of the corners having been cut away and large pinholes/tears at upper center.

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BARRY CABINET PHOTO OF WALKING COW. Attractive head and shoulders image of Walking Cow of the Sioux tribe, taken by D.F. Barry at his West Superior, Wisconsin studio. The 3¾" x 5½" image is affixed to Barry's slightly larger photo mount. Walking Cow wears an intricate breast-plate, a shawl, several necklaces, and a serene smile. On verso, Barry's imprint, which features a portrait of Chief Gall; above this in an unknown hand in blue pencil: "Sioux Indian." Minor damage to Walking Cow's pasted-on name at the lower border of the mount; minor wear to mount corners.

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INDIAN BRAVE AND PONY. Both the subject and the photographer of this 1870s image are unknown. The 3.75" x 2" photo depicts a middle-aged Indian brave seated on his pony, with a young colt roaming nearby. A skeletal tree stands in the background. Image is crisp and clean and is affixed to a slightly larger cardboard mount. In excellent condition.

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NEZ PERCE INDIAN, "STEPS" FORT RANDALL, DAKOTA TERRITORY 1882. Cabinet card of "Steps" who escaped from his band, while surrounded in the badlands of Nebraska, by General Miles in 1878. He then joined Sitting Bull's band of Uncapapa Sioux Indians. He lost his feet above the ankles, also his right hand by being frozen. Photograph by Bailey, Dix & Mead, Fort Randall, Dakota Territory. 4.25"x 6.5" Photograph is in very fine condition.

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TAKING THE CENSUS AT STANDING ROCK, DAKOTA BY BARRY. Wonderful D.F. Barry image depicting hundreds of Native Americans from the Standing Rock Agency as they register for the 1885 census. In 1879, Congress passed an act that provided that any state or territory could conduct an inter-decennial census, which would be partially funded by the federal government. Only the states of Colorado, Florida, and Nebraska, and the Dakota and New Mexico Territories availed themselves of the opportunity. The 1885 census was conducted using the official "census day" of June 1, 1885. Measuring 9¼" x 7¼", this photograph shows minor yellowing and has a pin-hole at upper center, but is otherwise in excellent condition.

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BARRY IMAGE OF RUNNING ANTELOPE IN ORIGINAL FRAME. Revered Lakota Sioux warrior and orator, Chief Running Antelope, was one of four Hunkpapa chiefs to serve as a close advisor to Sitting Bull during the Indian wars. Seen here as an older man, Running Antelope wears a striped shirt, vest, and a decorative silver pin to secure his neckerchief. Image measures 6.25" x 9.75" and is blindstamped at lower right "Copyright by D.F. Barry," with a second blindstamp "BARRY" at lower right corner of matte board. The image has been framed by Barry to an overall size of 10" x 14.5", and on verso, Barry's printed tract about Running Antelope, as well as his blue and white studio label at upper left. Some water damage to the backing paper and Barry's informational tract, but the photo and frame are in wonderful condition. Very desirable!

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NORTHERN CHEYENNE CHIEF TWO MOONS. Possibly the oldest known photograph of a very elderly Chief Two Moons. Noted as one of two or three Native Americans whose facial features were combined to create the image on the Indian head nickel, Cheyenne Chief Two Moons is seen here shaking hands with another man. The Chief holds a walking stick, medicine bag, and large feather fan. Image measures 3½" x 4½" and is in excellent condition.

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GROUP OF NATIVE AMERICAN INDIAN POLICEMEN WITH COLT SINGLE ACTIONS - CABINET CARD - ca. 1880-90. A possible Indian Agent sits in the front row of this image, which also features ten men and one child. Several of the men are armed with Colt single action Army revolvers, the man seated on the bottom row second from the left is holding a Colt with a 7.5" barrel. The man with a fur hat second from the right on the back row has a five-point star badge. The men on either side of the back row also have holstered pistols, as well as Buffalo horn and Eagle feather headdresses respectively. The card has a purple stamp studio imprint on the reverse of "Sims - West Compton, (California)". The image has fair contrast, some spotting and fading; the card has damage at the bottom and center right edge and an old tack hole in the top center.

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INDIAN POLICEMEN OF THE PINE RIDGE AGENCY, SOUTH DAKOTA "DEATH OF SITTING BULL" - ca. 1890. The proud and sun-weathered faces of the men portray quiet dignity in this important and very rare portrait of the Indian Policemen of the Pine Ridge Agency, South Dakota. This infamous agency's policemen were most well known for killing Sitting Bull and seven of his followers on December 15, 1890. There is little doubt that many of the men in this photograph participated in the raid, in which six policemen were killed of the forty-three who surrounded Sitting Bull's cabin on that fateful morning. Several of the men in this photograph could be identified with historical research. The card itself measures 8.5" x 5.25"and is in excellent condition. The image has good contrast and a gentle sepia tone. A fine and lasting portrait of Native American Indian Policemen.

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"SIOUX INDIANS" ROSEBUD AGENCY, SOUTH DAKOTA IMPERIAL-SIZE CABINET CARD 1893. Many Sioux Indians are lined up to get theIr beef rations at the Rosebud reservation. They have their wagons loaded with beef. Printed back stamp: "J. A. Anderson, photographer and publisher of Indian views Rosebud Agency, South Dakota". 8.5" x 5.25". The condition is very good, nice contrast.

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STUNNING PLATINUM PRINT OF SIOUX WAR CHIEF. Exquisite platinum image of an unknown Sioux war chief in feathered headdress and full ceremonial dress. The chief wears a full quill breastplate and holds a carved pipe and handsomely beaded pipe medicine bag. This chief also has 4 Indian Peace medals around neck. Attractively matted and framed to an overall size of 16½" x 18½". Photographer unknown.

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FULL LENGTH HERRIN PORTRAIT OF YOUNG-MAN-AFRAID-OF-HIS-HORSES, ca 1890. David Herrin operated a studio in Portland Oregon from 1898 to 1901, when he created this attractive cabinet image of Young-Man-Afraid-Of-His-Horses. Seen here as an elderly man, the great Lakota Sioux chief wears a shirt and vest with a large hand-wrought silver cross on his chest, and holds a catlinite pipe and beaded bag. The 4" x 5.5" image is affixed to Herrin's East Portland mount to an overall size of 4.25" x 6.5". Heavy foxing on verso. Small section of image loss at left edge, else fine.

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A STEREOVIEW AND PHOTOGRAPH OF INDIAN CAMP SCENES. These two photographs, one a stereoview of a Cheyenne Indian camp where buffalo hides are being dried, another of the Pine Ridge Reservation, are in excellent condition. The Cheyenne stereoview is from the S. J. Morrow Studio of Yanktown, Dakota Territory while the Pine Ridge image is from an unknown photographer. On the reverse of that image is an inked notation that the photograph was taken 'during the '92 trouble'.

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SOUTH DAKOTA NATIVE AMERICAN INDIANS WITH GOVERNOR - LARGE FORMAT IMPERIAL CARD - ca. 1901-04.
A historical group shot of Native American Indians at a treaty signing with Governor Charles Herreid of South Dakota. All of the Indians pictured in this important image are Chiefs, and they must have compromised most of the Native American leadership in that state or the surrounding area. The Chiefs are identified in the negative, named from left to right : "Straighthead, Roan Bear, Yellow Owl, Iron Bull, Short Bull, Black Eagle, Hum--, and Iron Lightning". Governor Herreid, who served a term 1901-1905, is standing third from the right.

P.H. Kellog, a traveling photographer from Rushford, N.Y. took the photograph near Ft. Pierre, South Dakota sometime before the 1904 copyright date, which is also in the negative. Kellog was known for Native American photography, and there is a blind stamp on the reverse, "Rushford, N.Y. and Ft. Pierre S.D. - Views, Buffalo, Indian, Roundup, etc." The card itself measures 12"x 10" and has a large break on the bottom right corner, as well as a significant fold on the bottom right which is not stabilized. The card has original typed sheets pasted to it from an old collection, "No. 67 Governor Herreid with the Indians" and "South Dakota". The photographic image has excellent tonality and detail, and a slight tear at the top with some loss, which extends about 2".

Chief Short Bull, pictured in the center with a carved cane featuring a Native American bust, was one of the primary leaders of the Teton Sioux, along with Kicking Bird and Sitting Bull, at the advent of the "Ghost Dance" religion in 1889. Short Bull actually traveled to Nevada in 1889, and helped popularize the religion that would lead to the deaths of hundreds of Indians at The Wounded Knee massacre, and the tragic death of Sitting Bull by his own people. Short B

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ull was considered one of the top leaders of the Pine Ridge Reservation, which comprised the last mass group of Indians that the U.S. Government felt actually posed a rebellion threat in the late 1880s.

This photograph details the transitional dress of the Native Americans at this time, having elements of both modern and traditional style. It is very important to note that Chief Straighthead has a full Indian Policeman's uniform on, complete with a great cut-out shield badge. This is a great and historical image of Native American Indian Chiefs.

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SET OF FIVE NATIVE AMERICAN INDIAN FAMILY PORTRAITS - BOUDOIR CARDS - ca. 1885-95.
This great set of Native American family images features five unmarked boudoir cards that measure 8"x 5". The first image is two women with young children. The contrast is very good and the children's faces are expressive. The second image is a man and a woman in transitional dress with two children; the contrast is light.
The third image features several children outdoors with a military officer; the background shows tents that may be reservation issue. The contrast is strong and the image is sharp.
The fourth image is a line of Native American men in transitional dress; the men wear headbands, bowlers and cowboy hats. The man on the far right has a headdress on. The fifth image is another Native American family with four children. Overall this is a good lot of Native American family images.

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INDIAN DANCE AND FEAST FOR FAREWELL MAJOR BELDEN 1911. Important image of Major Beldon and the high-ranking Indian Chiefs of Standing Rock Reservation. Fort Yates, North Dakota. This image has many Chiefs, Indian Police, great bead work etc. Caption: Copyright by F. B. Fiske, 1911. Farewell council for major Beldon Indian Dance and Feast, Apr 1, 1911. 12"x 10" Fine condition, very good contrast, card has some wear.

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PRISTINE SIGNED AND INSCRIBED SELF PORTRAIT BY D.F. BARRY. While he preferred to stay behind the camera lens, Barry did himself proud with this handsome self-portrait. Shown in three-piece suit and peaked hat, Barry stares calmly into the lens. The 8" x 10" photograph has been placed in one of Barry's attractive presentation mounts, with overall dimensions of 10" x 14". Barry's script blindstamp appears on his lapel in the image, and his print blindstamp is seen at the lower right corner of the mount. On verso, Barry has penciled an inscription to his younger sister: "D.F. Barry To my Sister Mrs. E. Moore." Also on verso, Barry's blue and white address sticker. This portrait is in magnificent condition and is an essential association piece for any Barry collector.

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D.F. BARRY AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED. One page, quarto, January 10, 1929. Barry pencils a brief note to Usher L. Burdick who was, at the time, the assistant US District Attorney for North Dakota. Barry suggests that Burdick send a copy of his book The Last Battle of the Sioux Nation to General Edward Settle Godfrey, as a way to earn Godfrey's friendship. Letter reads: "Dear M. Burdick, What do you Think about Sending Gen'l E.S. Godfrey a Book with your Compliments. Want his friendship." Barry then provides Godfrey's address in Cookstown N.J. Letter is signed, "Yours sincerely, Barry" and written on Barry's distinctive Tower Avenue letterhead. Accompanied by a carbon copy of the letter Burdick would send to Godfrey. The letters have been taped together at upper left and right corners, and bear a few chips and small tears at edges.

Provenance: The Chris Kortlander Collection

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BLANK D.F. BARRY LETTERHEAD. Thirty-two sheets of Barry's distinctive letterhead, bearing images of Chief Gall and Sitting Bull at upper left and right corners, and a large facsimile of Barry's signature in between. Paper is pristine - no creases, tears, or discolorations.

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BURIAL TREE BY D.F. BARRY. Well known Barry image of two isolated trees on a rolling plain, used by the Sioux for burial of their dead. Unmounted photograph measures 6½" x 8½" and bears Barry's blindstamp at lower right corner. A few tiny chips at lower left corner do not detract from this powerful photo. Perfect for mounting and framing!

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72233

IMPRINTED BARRY IMAGE OF INDIAN BURIAL SITE. Large sepia image of a Sioux burial site, showing several bodies on an elevated platform made of roughhewn logs. In background, several additional bodies lie on the ground beneath a lodgepole teepee frame. Embossed "BARRY" blindstamp at lower center of image. In excellent condition.

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D.F. BARRY CABINET OF STANDING ROCK AGENCY. D. F. Barry spent thirty years photographing American Indians and their ways of life. Here, Barry documents the desolate existence of Native Americans on the Standing Rock Agency, offering us a scene of 20-25 teepees, a few stacks of wood, and not a soul - man or animal - to be seen. Image measures approximately 6" x 4" and is affixed to a slightly larger photographer's mount which bears Barry's logo and imprint on verso. Mount and image show minor soiling, else in fine condition.

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72235

An Imperial Size D. F. Barry Photograph - Dedication of the Standing Rock Monument- Sitting Bull. On May 20-21, 1882 at Fort Yates, North Dakota the 'Standing Rock' monument was dedicated as captured by this famous, large photograph taken by the noted Western photographer D. F. Barry. Significantly, pictured in the photograph are Sitting Bull, Major James McLaughlin (Indian Agent) and, third from left, Touches the Clouds, an Indian who was with Crazy Horse when he died. The photograph includes the Barry embossed head stamp at bottom center

72236

MAJESTIC BARRY PORTRAIT OF CHIEF RUNNING ANTELOPE. Known for his great oratory and diplomatic skills, Chief Running Antelope was the only Native American ever to be depicted on U.S. paper money - the 1899 $5 Silver Certificate. Unfortunately, because his Sioux headdress was too tall for the engraving, the artist replaced it with a Pawnee headdress, causing much upset among both tribes. This impressive bust image measuring approximately 6" x 8½" reveals a defiant Running Antelope wearing a striped shirt, vest, and a decorative silver neckerchief pin. Blindstamped at lower left "Copyright by D.F. Barry," with "Barry Photo" penned in white ink to the right. Housed in Barry's tri-fold presentation folder, also blindstamped "Barry" beneath the mounted image. Barry's short, printed bio of the subject has been pasted to the verso of the folder. All in exceptional condition.

72237

LARGE D.F. BARRY BUST PORTRAIT OF OGLALA LAKOTA CHIEF AMERICAN HORSE. Impressive 5½" x 8" sepia-toned bust portrait of Chief American Horse, in ¾ profile, wearing a full headdress and beaded and quilled breast plate. This handsome image brilliantly illustrates Barry's talent for capturing both the finest physical details of his subjects as well as the intangible but unmistakable aura of pride and dignity surrounding them. American Horse looks serenely into the middle distance with a faint, nostalgic smile touching his lips. Not dated, but Barry did photograph American Horse at Madison Square Garden in 1897-98, with Buffalo Bill and Chief Red Horse - this image was probably taken at about the same time. Barry's copyright blindstamp at lower right, mounting traces on verso. An outstanding Barry portrait worthy of prominent display!

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72238

MAGNIFICENT LARGE CABINET CARD OF SHOOTING STAR BY D.F. BARRY. Very attractive oval 4½" x 6¼" sepia image of an attractive Indian maiden known as Shooting Star (also identified in other photographs as Sweet Clover). Shooting Star is seen here in all her finery - beautifully beaded leggings and moccasins, belts and a great deal of dentalium shell decoration. These curved tubular shells from the Pacific Northwest were traded from the Pacific to the Arctic and throughout the Plains, having both monetary and decorative value. Shooting Star wears a dentalium shell choker and long strands of dentalium shells decorating her braids. Taken in Barry's Buffalo New York studio, the image has been affixed to a beautifully embossed photographer's mount with Barry's ink stamp at lower left. At lower center of the mount: "Shootting (sic) Star." On verso in pencil in an unknown hand, "A Sioux Indian Belle - Shooting Star." Additional penciled notations indicate placement of photo in a series/portfolio of images. Second ink stamp noting Barry's studio address on verso. Very attractive and perfect for display.

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72239

CHIEF HAIRY CHIN AS UNCLE SAM BY D.F. BARRY. At the first Constitutional Convention of North Dakota in July 1889 at Bismarck, N.D., all the noted Sioux chiefs at Standing Rock Agency were invited to attend the festivities and participate in the Fourth of July parade. Major James H. McLaughlin, veteran inspector of Indian schools and Indian agent at Standing Rock, convinced Hairy Chin to dress as Uncle Sam and lead the parade, and D.F. Barry was given the job of looking after the Indians while they were away from the festivities. During that time, Barry took this well-known photograph of Hairy Chin. Sadly, two days after his return to the Standing Rock Agency, Hairy Chin died, something the Indians attributed to the bad medicine connected to the white man's Uncle Sam outfit. Barry, however, feared he had killed Hairy Chin by overfeeding him. Hairy Chin poses in his Uncle Sam garb for Barry, leaning on an umbrella and wearing a tall white top hat. Image bears Barry's blind stamp at lower right; a second blind stamp appears on the interior page of the tri-fold presentation folder that houses the image. Affixed to folder verso, the Hairy Chin story is explained on Barry's printed tract, and is accompanied by Barry's familiar blue and white address sticker. In excellent condition and a wonderful addition to any Barry collection.

72240

HAUNTING BARRY PHOTO OF "INDIAN MOTHER AT GRAVE." Although David F. Barry took the majority of his photographs of Native Americans in the 1800s, he created a great number of reprints for sale in the 1900s. This image is one of those reprints, circa 1900-1920, taken in Barry's Superior, Wisconsin studio. It features a young Indian woman leaning on a buffalo robe, staring up at a wrapped bundle atop what is supposed to be an open-air burial frame. Identified by a stamp at lower center as "Indian Mother at Grave," and showing Barry's copyright blindstamp above and to the right. Double-matted in one of Barry's 1900's matte/frames, which also bears the "BARRY" blindstamp at lower right. Overall dimensions: 11.75" x 13.75". Penciled on verso in what appears to be Barry's hand: "Indian Mother at Child's Grave." Barry's red, white, and blue Superior, WI address label appears at upper left on verso. Image is pristine; mat board shows a few chips at edges and wear at corners. An unusual and rarely seen Barry image.

72241

FIVE ORIGINAL 1913 PHOTOGRAVURES BY RODMAN WANAMAKER. From 1908 through 1913, Rodman Wanamaker sponsored a series of "Expeditions to the American Indian," to film and photograph Native Americans. This lot includes five original photogravures featuring: an impressive bust image of Custer Scout White Man Runs Him; two scenes of Indians on horseback in battle regalia; a somber image of Two Moons on his horse amid the gravestones of Custer's fallen men; and a "Map of the Custer Battlefield." Each image measures 9½" x 6½" and is in excellent condition.

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72242

PRISTINE HAYNES HAND-TINTED CABINET OF OLD COYOTE, BIG MEDICINE, AND WOMEN. Amazingly clean and fresh full-length 3¼" x 5½" cabinet image featuring Old Coyote, Big Medicine, and their wives seated between them. The men are handsomely decorated with furs, feathers, beads, silver armbands, necklaces, bracelets and earrings. The women wear calico dresses with blankets around their shoulders and a few pieces of simple jewelry. All four are seated closely together in front of a studio backdrop of a tree, with faces and hands having been tinted. This attractive image is bright and clean and is affixed to Hayne's imprinted mount, measuring approximately 4¼" x 6½" overall.

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72243

BEAUTIFUL HAND-TINTED CABINET CARD OF RUNNING DEER BY HAYNES. Known for his exceptional images of Yellowstone and his superb Indian portraits, F. Jay Hanes traveled extensively and continuously between St. Paul and Yellowstone in his Palace Studio Car, a renovated Pullman railroad car, from which he operated his travelling studio (with additional landlocked studios in both St. Paul and Fargo). Here, Haynes has captured the likeness of Running Deer, a famous Oneida warrior during the French and Indian War. This vibrantly hand-tinted bust cabinet image (approximately 3¾" x 5½") shows Running Deer in profile, in all his finery. He wears bead and feather decorations in his hair, and his bangs have been pomaded to stand up. He wears a quill breast plate, a decorative sash, necklaces, and several earrings in his ears. In superb condition, this Haynes cabinet is virtually brand new, without a blemish on the photo or the photographer's mount (approximately 4¼" x 6½"). On verso, Haynes' list of "Colored Cabinets of Noted Indians."

Provenance: The Chris Kortlander Collection

72244

INCREDIBLE HUFFMAN PORTRAIT OF LONE WOLF. This beautiful hand-tinted Huffman bust portrait depicts "Lone Wolf Crow Scout," wrapped in a blanket with feathers in his hair. He wears a seashell necklace and a wig with braids at the temples. Lone Wolf's face, feathers and braid beads are tinted a pale rose color. This impressive photograph must surely have been kept in a dark, safe place for generations, as it looks as fresh and clean as if it were printed yesterday. Image measures approximately 3¾" x 5½" and is affixed to Huffman's slightly larger photographer's mount. At lower edge of mount: "Huffman's Indian Portraits. Northern Pacific Views. Badland and Big Horn Scenery. Studio, Miles City, M.T." Simply perfect. A must-have for Huffman collectors!

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72245

HAYNES' HAND-COLORED CABINET PHOTOGRAPH OF BIG MEDICINE MAN. Measuring approximately 4" x 5½", this immaculately hand-colored bust image features Big Medicine Man of the Crow tribe, wearing his finest clothes and decoration, including a floral print shirt and gold arm bands, numerous necklaces, and a red headband. One of his braids ends in an eagle feather, the other in an ermine pelt. Believed to have been taken in 1883, the image is affixed to an "F. Jay Haynes & Bro." photographer's mount which shows only the faintest age toning around the edges. Big Medicine Man's image has been beautifully and extensively hand tinted, with each necklace painstakingly colored in perfect detail. Even his earrings gleam with gold tones! A dramatic and beautiful photograph suitable for any Western Americana collection.

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72246

ATTRACTIVE HAND-TINTED HAYNES CABINET PHOTOGRAPH OF SITTING BULL JR. This handsome ¾-length image of Sitting Bull Jr. has been painstakingly and creatively hand tinted in several vibrant colors. The subject wears a full-length feather headdress with a buffalo-horn and ermine cap, with colored scarves tied around his braids, and another around his neck. In one hand he holds a brightly colored scarf; in the other a large handgun. His pants appear to be military issue. Measuring 3½" x 5½" and remarkably bright, clean, and fresh. Completely unblemished photographer's mount (4¼" x 6½") advertises additional "Colored Cabinets of Noted Indians." A pristine cabinet image, perfect for prominent display!

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72247

HAYNES PORTRAIT OF CHIEF LITTLE HEAD. In this cabinet bust photo, Chief Little Head wears a richly beaded, embroidered, and fringed shirt and numerous necklaces. As with the Crow today, his hair was a source of great pride, and Chief Little Head wears his handsomely braided with beads, feathers, and fur decoration. This 3¾" x 5½" image is truly handsome, clean and fresh, and is affixed to Haynes' slightly larger photographer's mount which displays a list of "Cabinets of Noted Indians" on verso. Along lower edge on recto, in an unknown hand: "Chief Little Head 2857." In exceptional condition.

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72248

PRISTINE HAND-TINTED HAYNES CABINET OF CHIEF WHITE BULL. Nephew of Sitting Bull, Miniconjou Sioux Chief White Bull fought at the Battle of the Little Bighorn, and later became a judge in the Court of Indian Offenses. This magnificent portrait is in exceptional condition - clean, sharp, and fresh, with vibrant colors. White Bull is pictured here as a young man, with pomaded and braided hair, a quill vest, a presidential peace medallion around his neck and feathers in his hair. He also wears gold earrings and arm bands, and his braids are wrapped in fur. Photograph measures 3¾" x 5½" and is affixed to Haynes' St. Paul photographer's mount (4¼" x 6½"), which advertises a list of "Colored Cabinets of Noted Indians" on verso. The entire image has been artfully and precisely hand colored with dramatic results - this striking image should be displayed prominently!

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72249

OUTDOOR RESERVATION PHOTOGRAPHS - CROW AGENCY, MONTANA, ca 1880-1890. Two terrific 9.25" x 7" albumen images of life on the reservation at Crow Agency. Believed to have been photographed by W.B. Finch. The first photo shows a teepee encampment with several Indians on foot and on horseback at left of image; buckboard and tethered horses in background. The second image depicts a Crow Indian in a small sweat lodge, draped with trade blankets and quilts. Some age toning and soiling of images and slightly larger mounts, but the outstanding content and imagery here more than makes up for these minor imperfections.

72250

CABINET OF UNIDENTIFED CROW INDIAN IN UNIFORM. Great cabinet card image of an elderly Indian couple - possibly Crow - posing for a studio photo by an unknown photographer, circa 1885. The woman wears a printed cloth dress with a beautiful striped blanket around her waist; her husband wears an old U.S. Army jacket and holds an eagle feather fan. The 4.25" x 6.25" image is affixed to an orange photo mount that exhibits the usual wear and rubbing at edges and corners. This is a very nice image, suitable for inclusion in any Indian collection.

72251

CROW INDIAN 'SQUAW JESSIE IRON BULL', F. J.HAYNES PHOTO 1880'S. Noted Indian Iron Bull was banished from the Crow reservation and treated like a Squaw. Back Print: Colored Cabinets Noted Indians Photographed and published by F. Jay Haynes, St. Paul, Minn. 4.25"x 6.5". Excellent condition; Great contrast.

72252

BEAUTIFUL GOFF IMAGE OF A YOUNG CROW GIRL. Orlando S. Goff was a successful and well-known Western photographer in the latter part of the 1800s, whose work inspired D.F. Barry to an even more successful photographic career. This beautiful portrait of a young Crow girl reveals Goff's expertise in capturing the inner serenity of his subjects; she wears a floral printed blouse and a beaded necklace and stares to her right with a calm and knowing expression. Image measures approximately 4" x 6" and is affixed to Goff's 4¼" x 6½" photo mount. On verso, a delicate border design encloses the following: "Goff Photographer, Fort Custer, Mont." Minor wear to mount corners with faint water stains along lower mount edge - neither of which affect the image.

Provenance: The Chris Kortlander Collection

72253

CROW RESERVATION BIRD'S EYE VIEW - BOUDOIR CARD - ca. 1880-90. The "Crow Agency" or Reservation is pictured in this elevated image, with permanent structures preceding the city of tepees that can be seen in distance. There is a long line of wagons lined up creating a wall between the houses and the tepees, purposefully separating the two sides. This is possibly the Crow Creek Sioux Reservation, which was just south of Pierre, South Dakota. This unmarked boudoir card measures 8"x 5" and has period script ink on the back "East Side of Crow Agency - Mrs. H.M. Beadle".

72254

CROW ENCAMPMENT IN WESTERN MONTANA. Sepia-toned image measures 7" x 5" and depicts a large Crow camp on Pryor Creek, named after a scout on the Lewis & Clark expedition. More than 30 tents and teepees, as well as assorted wagons and livestock can clearly be seen, with flowers in the foreground and mountains in the background. Photographer unknown. Penned notation on the lower edge of the photographer's mount reads: "Crow Indian camp at Pryor Creek Aug. 17, 1899." A few chips and wear to corners of mount, else fine.

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72255

CROW AGENCY ENCAMPMENT, 1900. Sepia image of a large Crow encampment in Montana at the turn of the century. Photo reveals approximately 25 teepees, and what would later become Crow Agency. Surrounded by livestock, wagons, and bordered by a tall wood and wire fence, this permanent encampment would become the heart and home of the Crow Nation. Unknown photographer. Image measures 6½" x 4½" and is affixed to a larger photographer's mount with an overall measurement of 8½" x 6½". Some damage to lower left corner of mount, and small water stain at upper left, but image is in fine condition.

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72256

CROW CHILDREN AT ST. XAVIER SCHOOL. In the late 1800s, Catholic missionaries arrived in Montana and set about building a school to educate Indian children in the white man's ways. This undated image depicts four boys and four girls, all dressed in white man's clothing - the boys each stand next to their own bicycle, the girls are seated in buggy-like contraptions with pedals. In the background, we can see fences, trees, and several one-and two-story buildings. Image measures 7½" x 4½" and is affixed to larger backing board. Small crease at upper center does not detract from image, which is in fine condition.

Provenance: The Chris Kortlander Collection

72257

CABINET IMAGE OF TWO CROW BOYS FROM THE THOMAS NAST COLLECTION. Sobering studio image of two young Crow boys aiming their bows and arrows off camera. One young man stands with bow cocked, the other sits, barely able to hold the arrow to its notch, he is so terribly emaciated and sickly. Identified on verso as "Thank Nose's Boys." Penned at lower edge of verso in another hand, the photograph is noted as being "From the collection of Thos. Nast." Image measures 4¼" x 6½"; photographer's mount measures 5" x 8". Small black ink mark at extreme right edge; mount corners show minor wear.

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72258

BANNOCK INDIANS STEREOGRAPH BY C.R. SAVAGE 1860-1870. Printed on verso: "Views of the Great West, from the Missouri River to the Pacific Ocean. Taken by C.R. Savage, Salt Lake City Utah. Utah series. Bannock Indians." 7" x 3.5" Condition is very good with nice contrast.

72259

CABINET CARD OF "NEZ PERCE" INDIAN POLICE 1890-1900. This image has (2) Nez Perce Indians from the Oregon, Idaho area. The Indian sitting in the chair is wearing an Indian police badge, looks to be holding a shell jacket, and has a holstered gun and great cowboy hat. The man behind is holding a nice cowboy hat, and has on a white man's dress coat. Photographer: Burns Brothers, Pendleton, Oregon. 4.25"x 6.5" Very good condition.

72260

FAMILIAR CABINET IMAGE OF GEORGE LESCHI BY HEYN. George Leschi, son of Quiemuth and nephew of Chief Leschi. A well-known member of the Nisqually tribe in Washington State. Leschi poses here in a fringed and beaded buckskin shirt, wearing a feathered bonnet and holding a bow and arrows. Image measures approximately 4" x 5.5" and is affixed to Heyn's Omaha, Nebraska mounting card. Slight soiling around edges of mount with minimal wear to corners. Overall, a fine cabinet worthy of display!

72261

UMATILLA RESERVATION SNAKE DANCE CEREMONY - SET OF THREE IMPERIAL CARDS - ca.1897. A nice set of Idaho Native American images, featuring two imposing Indians with large eagle feather headdresses. The second image shows several Indians in ceremonial dress and is labeled on the reverse in period script ink, "Umatilla War Dance - 1897". The third image features a group of women in headdresses and is also marked on the reverse in period ink, "Snake Dancers - Umatilla Reservation - 1896 - - Clara, a merry Xmas and Happy 97". The images measure 9.25"x 7" and have fair contrast. The image of the mounted horsemen has good contrast.

72262

LOT OF TWO UMATILLA INDIANS OREGON/WASHINGTON 1890'S. Lot of (2) Imperial-size cabinet cards. 1st Image, (2) chiefs Pio -Pio Chief of the Umatilla's with Tah-We-We. Beautiful outdoor image of these Chiefs in front of their Teepee's with Pio-Pio wearing full length Headdress, Tah-We-We wearing Headdress, both have Beautiful Moccasins'. 2nd Image Indian Camp with numerous Teepees' and unidentified white man standing in foreground. Umatilla Chief has no photographer, Image with tents, Photographer Bailey, Spokane, Washington. (Bailey & Company, Active in Vancouver, 1887-89; begun by Charles S. Bailey with associates Fred V. Bingham and E. Straube). 8.5"x 5.25". Both images fine condition, Minor scrapes on cards.

72263

FAMILY OF NATIVE AMERICANS AND CABIN - ca. 1890.
Inscribed on the reverse of this image in modern script ink is the notation, "House of Useful Heart, Chief, on American Island (Chamberlain) 1890". The image shows a family outside of a large cabin, with some large logger-type saws leaning against it. The image has very good contrast and tone, but is un-mounted to a card and measures, 7.6"x 4.5".

72264

LOT OF 13 NATIVE AMERICAN PORTRAITS - ca. 1905-1925. This lot features one photograph without a printed back, the rest have mostly AZO divided, or different assorted backs. The lot includes several portraits, family groups, pueblo dwellings, and transitionally dressed Native Americans. The images range in tone and color but mostly have good contrast and clarity. There is one image with an identification of Tom Mix that is likely incorrect. A nice postcard lot overall.

72265

PICTURE POSTCARD FROM CHIEF MOUNTAIN. This 1918 picture postcard features an unidentified Indian man dressed for a winter blizzard and standing in front of a studio backdrop of a palm tree. The unknown brave stands drop-shouldered, looking directly into the camera lens with a worried expression on his face. He wears a long, heavy, store-bought coat, shirt, and high-crowned hat. His earrings, long braids, and moccasins are the only visible evidence of his culture, making their own mute statement. A compelling image! On back of postcard, a postal stamp in violet ink reads: "Chief Mountain, Mar 8 1918, Macleod Al[ber]ta." Next to this, several cryptic notations in blue pencil. Mounting traces on verso; faint wear at corners, else very fine.

Provenance: The Chris Kortlander Collection

72266

LOT OF SEVEN NATIVE AMERICAN INDIAN FAMILY & PORTRAIT R.P.P.C. IMAGES - ca.1902-1920. This is a great lot of seven Native American postcard portraits. The first portrait features a large man and his family and a baby in transitional dress, "Okla. Indian Family" is written in the negative. The other cards include a portrait of man and wife in more traditional dress, two portraits of a Native American cowboy and his wife, and family. A portrait of a woman and child, and an image of an "Apache Camp in Arizona".
Lastly there is a nice image without a postcard back of an, "Indian Rain Dance, Dillon (Montana), 1902", which has a pleasing tone and look. The condition of the cards is excellent overall, and they measure approximately 5.5"x 3.5" each. A nice collection of early Native American real photo postcards.

72267

OSAGE INDIANS VISIT VICE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES IN WASHINGTON. Candid 10" x 8" image of the United States Indian Band of Kaw, Osage and Pottawatomie ancestry, chatting with Vice President Charles Curtis on the steps of the Senate Office Building. Curtis was the first person of non-European ancestry to reach either of the two highest offices in the government's executive branch. Band members wear native dress; one offers the Vice President an eagle feather. Dated March 25, 1931 on verso, with penciled description of image. Minor edge/corner damage; heavy crease down center of image can easily be repaired.

Provenance: The Chris Kortlander Collection

72268

HAND-TINTED IMAGE OF UNIDENTIFIED INDIAN IN PERIOD FRAME. An unnamed Indian stands holding his bow and arrows, with a blanket wrapped around his waist. His patterned shirt has been hand tinted a pale blue. Blank background and missing photographer information gives no hint as to when or where this photo was taken. Image measures 5" x 7" and suffers minor foxing at upper left and water damage at lower right. Matted and framed in a period frame to an overall size of 12" x 14".

72269

INDIAN PHOTOGRAPH BY WILLIAM CANN. William Cann focused his camera on turn-of-the-century growth in and around Reno, Nevada, making a photographic record of the rapidly growing region and its inhabitants. Seen here is an unidentified Indian in store-bought clothes, posing proudly with his Winchester .22. Measures approximately 4½" x 6½" on larger photographer's mount. In fine condition.

72270

'APACHE SQUAW NURSING BI-Z-HA-ZHE' CABINET CARD ca 1880's An impressive cabinet card image of this woman nursing her baby in a wood and straw cradle. The Apache faces show a lot of expression. Almost always the photographer's portrait these Native Americans Apaches as "fierce" warriors. This is one of the very best true Character studies of these Apache people. Photograph by Buehman, Tucson, Arizona Territory. Very fine condition.

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72271

STILLWATER, NEVADA INDIAN RESERVATION PHOTO ALBUM ca 1890s Fallon Paiute (Shoshone Tribe), Fallon, Nevada. (The Fallon Indian Reservation is also known as Stillwater). This photo album from the Stillwater Paiute Indian Reservation assembled in the late 1890's depicts every day life, amongst the Indians and the white people. Many interesting photographs of Paiutes, and their daily activities. Towards the back of album there is a section of photographs relating to the Southern California area. 50+ Reservation photos, 100+ Stillwater and Misc. photographs. Average photo 4.5"x 3.75". Very fine condition, with good contrast. Album has wear.

Photography

72272

UHLMAN CARTE DE VISITE OF JESSE JAMES IN DEATH 1881. In life, Jesse James was a Confederate raider turned notorious bank robber; in death he became an American legend. So much so that photographs taken of him in repose at McFadden's St. Joseph mortuary were something worth keeping. A few still exist, and we offer a fine example here. Somewhat underexposed, the image shows only James' face and cravat; eyes closed and beard nicely trimmed. Image measures 2.5" x 4". Photographed in death by St. Joseph stereo photographer Rudolph Uhlman (partner with Augustus Rippel) and affixed to Uhlman's cardboard CDV mount. At lower edge of mount: "Jesse James. R. Uhlman, St. Joseph, Mo. (Copyright applied for.)." Minor age toning does not detract from this very desirable item.

72273

BILL CHADWELL, CLELL MILLER KILLED IN NORTHFIELD RAID CDV 1876 August, 1876. James-Younger gang started their trip north to Northfield, Minnesota. Gang included: Frank and Jesse James, Cole, Bob and Jim Younger; Charley Pitts, Clell Miller, and Bill Chadwell.
September 6th gang arrives in Northfield. The gang divided into three parts. Jesse James, Bob Younger, and Charley Pitts went into the bank. Cole Younger and Clell Miller stood outside the bank. Frank James, Jim Younger and Bill Chadwell stayed in their saddles at the end of the street.
The behavior of the new comers gave the towns people the impression that a bank robbery was in progress. J. A. Allen business owner walked up to Clell Miller and asked, "What's going on here, young man?" Miller told him to get out of there and shoved Allen off the boardwalk. This rough behavior convinced the towns people that their suspicions were right; the Bank was being robbed. The towns people got their rifles and handguns; the rest is history. Printed on back of CDV "Bill Chadwell, Clell Miller The bank Robbers killed at Northfield". Photographed by E. F. Everitt, Mankato, Minn. The towns people propped them up in chairs and had this rare Image taken. 2.5"x4.5"; Very good condition

72274

H.R. LOCKE CABINET IMAGE OF CALAMITY JANE. Locke is known to have photographed Calamity Jane in 1886, when she was 33 years old, and although this image comes from that sitting, it is identified as having been copyrighted in 1896 (and, obviously, printed after that date). Affixed to a 5 ½" x 6 ½" black cardboard backing, the image is identified at lower center as "Calamnity (sic) Jane, Gen. Crook's Scout." In 1870, Martha Jane Canary-Burke, better known as Calamity Jane, signed on as a scout with the U.S. Army and adopted the uniform, appearance, and lifestyle of a soldier. In 1875, her unit was ordered to the Big Horn River under General George Crook, where she served with distinction as a scout and courier. In 1896, Calamity Jane began touring with Wild West shows - something she continued to do until her death in 1903. It is possible this photograph was copyrighted and reprinted at about that time due to her popularity on the show circuit. Minor chipping to two corners of photographer's mount, image is in excellent condition.

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72275

AUTOGRAPHED CAPTAIN JACK CRAWFORD, POET SCOUT STEREOVIEW ca 1870-1880 Captain Jack Crawford, widely known East and West as "The Poet Scout." Crawford had just heard of the Custer massacre, and had written a very creditable poem upon receipt of the news. His pen was always ready, and he made many epics of the West, many of which are still popular throughout the country.

This Ben Whittick stereograph of Crawford in studio, with rifle, Large Bowie knife, Winchester, & dressed in Scout outfit. Verso, printed Ben Whittick, of Santa Fe, New Mexico and the southwest. In period ink ( J. W. Crawford Capt Jack, Scout Indian Fighter) 7" x 4". The condition is good, has some soiling.

72276

ARIZONA JOE WITH HIS WINCHESTER CABINET CARD 1890s. Nice studio shot of Arizona Joe. Dressed with great hat, fringed jacket, knee-high boots & Winchester. Wild West performer and scout. Photo by, Chas. Eisenmann. New York 4.25"x 6." Very Good condition, contrast a little light.

72277

A DRAMATIC PHOTOGRAPH OF THE DEAD DALTON BROTHERS AND THEIR GANG - THE COFFEYVILLE RAID AFTERMATH This famous photograph is of the aftermath of the daring dual bank robbery at Coffeyville, Kansas in which the residents of the small town recognized the robbers for who they were and armed themselves in the defense of their town. In a bloody shootout Bob and 'Great' Dalton, the two middle bodies from left to right in this photograph, were killed along with fellow gang members Bill Powers (left) and Dick Broadwell (right).

This 4" x 6 1/2" photograph of the bodies as laid out for the cameras by the townspeople has some slight damage to the top left but does not affect the image proper. An old notation at the top denotes the date of the incident, October 5, 1892 while the right border gives the photography studio's name, 'Cramer's Art Rooms' of Cherryvale, Kansas. This is one of the most famous photographs of the Old West gangs that met their demise at the end of a gun.

72278

TWO TEXAS COWBOYS WITH COLT REVOLVERS & BOWIES 1880s. Dallas, Texas. Very nice studio shot of two young cowboys. They both have Colt Revolvers stuffed in their cartridge belts. They are dressed in cowboy hats, boots, and kerchiefs. The one on the right appears to have an ebony handle Bowie knife stuck in his cartridge belt with a flowered cartouche on his holster. Cowboy on left has a holstered pearl handled revolver and pearl handled Bowie knife. 5.25"x 7.25".Photographer Bedford, image is in very fine condition, little light contrast left-hand side.

72279

CIVILIAN SCOUTS OR ARMY PACKERS WITH SPENCERS CARBINES. Ca. 1870's. Three scouts sitting in studio all appear to be wearing scout garb, great hats, vests & Spencer Carbines. Photo by Mrs. M. Gainsford, Great Bend, Kansas. 2.5"x 4.25. Very good condition, light contrast, bottom of image out of focus.

72280

TWO YOUNG COWBOYS "GUNS, BOWIE KNIVES, RIFLES" ca. 1880 These two Cowboys have all the accouterments for the Wild West and the location "New Mexico, Territory". Man on left: Over and under shotgun, Bowie knife, cartridge belt with six-shooter. Man on right: Winchester, Bowie knife, cartridge belt with six-shooter and also long rifle cartridge belt. These cowboys are ready for action. Whittick & Son, photographers, Albuquerque, N. M. 4.25"x 8.5". Very Fine Condition, great contrast.

72281

1887 HANGED MAN CABINET PHOTOGRAPH BY R.M. DAVIS. Although we do not know the identity of the hanged man in this image, we do know that it dates from 1887, the only year that photographer R.M. Davis worked in Denver. Image depicts a large group of men and at least one woman surrounding the gallows where the dead man hangs. A rare Denver hanging. Minor foxing of photo and soiling to mount which bears Davis' ink stamp on verso. In very good condition.

72282

HANGING OF JOHN AND CHARLES RUGGLES - STAGECOACH ROBBERS - REDDING, CALIFORNIA - BOUDOIR CARD - ca.1892. A fine gold-rimmed boudoir card with good tone and contrast, showing the hanging of the Ruggles brothers at Redding, California. This is a known image, and was copyrighted at the time by J.C. Franklin of Redding. Franklin is listed as operating in Palo Alto, Ca. in 1900 as well. This great card measures 5.25"x 8.5" and is in fine condition. There are four old staple marks on the corners and minor pen writing on the bottom right.

On May 14, 1892 John and Charles Ruggles robbed the Redding and Weaverville Stage Line of $5,000 in gold coins. During the robbery Charles was wounded by a shotgun blast to the face, and his older brother John killed the stage guard Amos "Buck" Montgomery. Charles was quickly captured, but John had a gunfight with a Deputy Sheriff named Thacker Wykoff and was shot in the neck before he was returned to the jail at Redding about six weeks later. As John and Charles waited for a reprieve, the local citizens became restless and on July 24th a lynch mob of between 40-75 men stormed the jail. The jailer, a man named George Albro was subdued and the mob had to use sledgehammers to open the safe that contained the jail keys. The Ruggles brothers were then taken outside and promptly hung, but not before John pleaded for his younger brother's life, promising to reveal the location of the stolen gold somewhere in Middle Creek in Shasta Co. California. The mob refused, and left the pair hanging for the crowds and the photographer the next day as a gruesome reminder of frontier justice.

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TWO COPY PORTRAITS OF VIGILANTE AND LAWMAN JOHN X. BEIDLER. Beidler, who went by his middle initial "X," was a charter member of the Montana vigilante movement. Later, he served as a stage coach guard and a U.S. deputy marshal. Offered here are two portrait images of X. reprinted by the Jorud Photo Shop of Helena, Montana: one full-length image seated with rifle (4.25" x 6"), and the other a bust portrait with hat (4.5" x 6.5"). A paper clip mark at the upper edge of the hat image does not affect the portrait and could easily be matted over; otherwise both are in excellent condition.

Western Expansion

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SANTA CRUZ, VIGILANCE COMMITTEE HANGING. 1856 Santa Cruz, July 15th 1856. Great California Gold Rush era content: "Folks are not doing any thing at he city a building on the account of the vigilance Committee____ the day at San Francisco they have HUNG 2 and sent 8 or 10 off to some other place for the last three months they have kept the city in a up rore" Very fine condition, second page has been cut, top portion remains.

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EXTREMELY RARE STAGECOACH "HOLDUP" WANTED POSTER FOR HENRY WEST. Wanted for holding up and robbing the Forest Hill stage on July 3, 1901, the sheriff of Placer County, California offers a $700 reward for the capture of Henry West, also known as Henry Wise. Showing slight age toning, a small amount of paper loss at lower left corner, and a hole at upper center where this bill was posted, the quarto sheet also features a 2" x 3" bust photograph of the robber sporting a huge mustache. In wonderful condition and extremely scarce.

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SCARCE 1890 WANTED POSTER. Manuel Verdugo, who had been serving a life sentence for the murder of Luis Cohen, escaped Arizona Territory's Pima County Jail on December 29, 1890. This wanted poster calls for his capture and offers a $500 reward. This wanted poster is quite brittle and shows numerous rips and separations at folds, but is complete and intact. Features a 2½" x 3½" full length photograph of the prisoner.

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WELLS, BUTTERFIELD & COMPANY $15,000 GOLDRUSH REWARD 1855. Buffalo, 3rd October, 1855. Great content Reward circular, from Wells, Butterfield, Livingston and Fargo. American Express Founders & also Wells Fargo & Company Express. "Said boxes on their arrival at the sub-Treasury, in New York, were found to Contain Buck Shot, of size 140 to the pound, and press balls, of the size of 100 to the pound, to the amount of 174 pounds in weight, and 26 pounds of sheet lead, No. 4. It is claimed by the Assistant Treasurer, at Dubuque, that the boxes each contained Gold Coin to the amount of $25,000. Now, therefore, for the purpose of discovering where and how this fraud was committed, and bring to justice the perpetrators thereof, the AMERICAN EXPRESS COMPANY".
WILL PAY $10,000 FOR THE RECOVERY OF THE MONEY,
$5,000 FOR THE ARREST AND CONVICTION OF THE OFFENDER.
And they will pay liberally for information relative to the making of said boxes, the furnishing such Lead, Balls, Shot." Very fine condition, very, light creases.

Photography

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CALDWELL, KANSAS CABINET CARD STREET SCENE 1880s. This cabinet card photograph is the town where the Marshal, Henry Brown was hung for bank robbery. Many townspeople posing for the camera, this is a great street scene with signage of the bank, dry goods, and hardware stores. Good condition has some foxing. 6.5"x 4.25".

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LEADVILLE, COLORADO STREET SCENE - HARRISON AVE. - BOUDOIR CARD - ca.1880. An exceptional image of the early mining town known for rough characters which became a home briefly to some of the West's most famous gunfighters. This image shows the street signs and advertising in good detail. The photograph is unmarked other than a pencil identification on the reverse, "on Harrison Avenue". The image has a nice smooth tone and good contrast, significant detail can be observed. The image measures 8"x 5".

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DODGE CITY, KANSAS - EARLY VIEW OF MAIN STREET - CABINET CARD - ca.1873-5. A very historic, early view of Dodge City, Kansas with numbers labeling the position of the original buildings. The numbers over the buildings correspond to the label on the reverse in period script ink, which lists four saloons among 16 total buildings. The label lists no.6 as "Chas. Rath's & Co. Genl. Mdse." (General Merchandise). Also listed at no.16 is the, "Dodge City Hotel". This exceptional image has a light tone with some fading, however no detail is obscured and some of the signs can be observed. The card is in fair condition, with a bump on the bottom left corner and some staining. Due to the period identification on the reverse, a historical item such as this should be prized in any collection of Dodge City, Kansas or western items.

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ARIZONA TERRITORY, STAGECOACH WITH MILITARY ESCORT 1880s. This great Imperial-size cabinet card photograph taken in the desert of Arizona has many civilians, also with Army escort to travel through Apache Indian land. Stagecoach (mudwagon) and military wagon in background. Military men (1 officer) standing with passengers, couple of civilians with long rifles. Printed on verso ; G. H. Rothrock's Arizona Scenery. Photographer in Phoenix 1882-1894. 8.25"x6". Very fine condition, very light foxing. Stereo card 1880's, (Arizona?) Traveling Family in desert with two wagons. No identification or photographer. Very Fine condition. 7"x4".

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CABINET CARD OF TRAIN ROBBER RUBEN HOUSTON "RUBE" BURROW IN COFFIN. His career as a robber began in the mid 1880s when he held up a Fort Worth and Denver train, securing $200 from passengers. Over the course of the next five or six years, Burrow and his partners would hold up nine more trains and kill several people in the process. Burrow was arrested and escaped twice, but was killed in the streets of Myrtlewood, Alabama shortly after his second escape. Burrow's body was later placed on a train to be returned to his home in Vernon, Alabama, the train stopping at many points along the way so the curious could view the body of the notorious outlaw. This image was most likely taken somewhere along that route, and reveals Burrow in his coffin, hat on his chest, holstered guns in hand, with his rifle at his feet. A terrific image, despite moderate foxing and two amateurish repairs to upper right and lower left corners of photo/mount. Photographed by Horgan of Birmingham. On verso of cabinet card, a detailed history of Burrow's life of crime.

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CARTE DE VISITE OF FAMOUS FRONTIERSMAN KIT CARSON 1860s. Christopher Houston "Kit" Carson. When the Civil War ended, and with the Indian campaigns successfully concluded, Carson left the army and took up ranching, finally settling in Franksville, Colorado. Carson died at age 58 from an aneurysm in the surgeon's quarters in Fort Lyon, Colorado. This CDV portrait photograph of Carson was photographed by Earles' Galleries and Looking Glass, Philadelphia. Very good condition, light contrast.

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WONDERFUL CARTE DE VISITE OF CIVIL WAR GENERAL ARNEY, LATER GOVERNOR OF NEW MEXICO. Believed to be William A. Pile, a Union major general during the Civil War from Missouri. Dressed as a mountain man and guide, the subject poses for Alexander Gardner in Brady's studio against a painted Civil War backdrop. He stands in ¾ profile, wearing a heavily fringed buckskin jacket and pants with a buffalo robe over his shoulders, and sports a bear-claw necklace. He holds a bow in his hands and is surrounded by Navajo blankets as props. Image is affixed to Anthony Brady's National Portrait Gallery mount and measures approximately 2.25" x 3.25". Minor wear at mount corners, else very fine. Identified as "Gen. Arney" on verso in an unknown hand. Additional penciled comments detail previous incorrect ink notations that identified the subject as General W. S. Harney. This is a wonderful Civil War image with New Mexico associations.

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RARE PHOTO OF THE U.S. GRAND JURY IN SOCORRO N.M.- In the early 1880s, Socorro was the center of a frenetic mining boom, with thousands of silver and lead ore deposits located in and about the area. The town was incorporated in 1884, and became a center of commerce and agriculture, as well. Here we see a group of men identified as the "U.S. Grand Jury" standing on the steps of the courthouse. Slightly underdeveloped, but a fine image, nevertheless. The picture has been cut from an old photo album, and features portions of two images glued to the other side of the page, each showing parlor scenes. Image measures approximately 8" x 5½" and has a small tear at extreme lower right corner.

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YOUNG COWBOY DISPLAYS A MERWIN-HULBERT REVOLVER - 1/6TH PLATE TINTYPE - ca.1875. This cowboy has an unusual Merwin & Hulbert Pocket Army revolver in this tintype, distinguished by the unique center-scoop cylinder flutes and spur hammer. He is also chomping on a cigar. The image has good contrast and tone, with minor spotting. The image measures approximately 2.5"x 3.5".

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YOUNG RUFFIAN WITH COLT 1849 POCKET REVOLVER - 1/6TH PLATE TINTYPE - ca.1860-70. An early tintype of a very tough-looking guy and his Colt 1849 pocket revolver. The possibility that this is a Civil War image exists, as this image was originally cased in an oval mat frame, and currently resides in a later CDV-size paper sleeve. This tintype has excellent brightness, contrast and tone. It measures 2.5"x 3".

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OVERSIZED HALF-PLATE OF TWO GAMBLERS, ca 1870s. Unusual 4.5" x 6.5" tintype. This staged gambling scene was captured by an unknown photographer in the late 1870s. It features two men wearing their best tough-guy poker faces using a wooden barrel for a card table. Large nail hole at upper center, else very fine.

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ARMED WESTERNER WITH BOWIE KNIFE - 1/6TH PLATE TINTYPE - ca. 1875-85. A western man displays his small Bowie knife, and a small nickel-plated pistol in a holster on his belt. The image is fair, with a dark tone and some fingerprints to the left.

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KANSAS SCOUT WITH BOWIE KNIFE, HOLSTERED PISTOL AND WINCHESTER 1880s. Great cabinet card studio image of a Kansas scout with all the accoutrements: fringed jacket, Bowie knife, cartridge belt, holstered pistol, Winchester and knee-high boots. The photographer of this great image is C. E. Koentz, Onaga, Kansas. Excellent condition, great contrast.

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EARLY WYOMING FRONTIERSMEN WITH RIFLES AND PISTOLS - STEREOGRAPH - ca. 1880. This classic Western image features two early Wyoming Territory frontiersmen armed with Colt single action Army revolvers and rifles. One of the rifles is a single-shot heavy barrel model similar to a Sharps, the other is a Winchester or similar repeater. The men have all of the gear they would need on a third horse to their left, and a small dog rests below their feet. The card is a brown mount, measuring 7"x 4" and is in good condition. The image is in excellent condition with very good tonality and contrast, no fading. On the reverse of the card in pencil, which is likely period correct, "Returned Black - Hillers - Rock Springs, W.T." This possibly denotes the photographer J.K. Hillers. This is an exceptional stereo view of armed frontiersmen.

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ARMED ARIZONA COWBOYS - CABINET CARD - ca 1885-95. This is a spectacular, gold-rimmed maroon cabinet card featuring one of the finest images known of three armed cowboys, ranchers or lawmen. The unmarked albumen card measures 4.25"x 6.5" overall and is in near mint condition. The men have a total of six pistols, three of which are 7.5 inch barreled Colt Single Action Army "Peacemakers". The man to the right of the image has an ivory-gripped Colt in a "Cheyenne" style tooled double-loop holster. The center man has a double holster rig, and one of his smaller pistols is a "Bulldog". There is also writing in the negative on the sombrero of the man in the center, which is "I.P.C.". This is possibly some sort of Commission designation as the card was purchased from a family's estate sale in Prescott, Arizona. There is a Southwestern woven rug on the chair behind them and a hunting dog at their feet. There is significant information contained within the photo to perhaps warrant future preliminary identification of these men. This is an important, rare and desirable image of armed men with a fine display of cowboy weaponry.

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TEXAS SHERIFFS' CONVENTION IN SAN ANTONIO 1894 - SIGNED - FROM THE COLLECTION OF TEXAS RANGER AND SAN ANTONIO POLICEMAN WALTER S. DURBIN - IMPERIAL CARD - ca. 1894.
Measures 8.75"x 11". An exceptionally rare and collectible outdoor image of the Texas Sheriffs' Convention which was held in San Antonio in July, 1894. This incredible image features a vast majority of the men who held the 1892-1894 terms for County Sheriff in the State of Texas and their families. Several of these men were well-known former Texas Rangers, and several were later killed in the line of duty. A great number of the men can be identified and this image warrants extensive further research. This photograph is from the personal effects of famed Texas Ranger Walter S. Durbin, and he is pictured in the next to last row, sixth from the left (with a hand on his shoulder). Durbin kept excellent records and he signed and dated the reverse in period ink. The albumen is sharp and much detail can be seen, several of the corners of the card have been broken and professionally repaired, the top left corner has a small break. There is an image on the reverse, which was glued on sometime later of a "Mexican Cart" by famed Mexican photographer A. Briquet. The skilled photographer of this image is unknown as it is unmarked, but it was possibly D. P. Barr or A. A. Brack of San Antonio, Texas as both were very popular at the time.

Walter S. Durbin (1860-1916) was a very well known and highly respected Texas lawman who served as a Texas Ranger, Deputy U.S. Marshall, San Antonio Policeman, and Sheriff of Frio County from 1892-96. Durbin gained a measure of fame as a Ranger with Captain George H. Schmitt's Company D in 1887, after he bought the two killers of La Salle County, Texas Sheriff and ex-Ranger Charles Brown McKinney to justice. Durbin was credited with firing the shot that killed the ma

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n who had murdered the Sheriff, and his group forced the other man to surrender. Durbin's actions in this incident bought him wide respect throughout Texas with lawmen and thieves. Durbin is famously pictured with Company D in Realitos, Texas in 1887 with his Model 1876 Winchester, sitting next to Capt. Frank Jones. Also pictured and serving with Durbin are famous Rangers Cal Aten, Frank Schmitt, Jim King and Bass Outlaw.

Tise, Sammy. Texas County Sheriff's, Albuquerque, N. M. Oakwood Printing, 1989.

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DALLAS MAN WITH BADGE - SET OF TWO CABINET CARDS - ca. 1890.
This great set of two cabinet cards shows "H. B. Jones" wearing a circle star badge. This image, from a Dallas and Houston, Texas photographer, also includes a small circa 1905 photograph of Henry B. Jones' grave in Oak Lawn cemetery in Dallas. This set warrants research to discover the meaning of the badge. An inscription on the reverse states, "Henry Bradley Jones, Discoverer of -- -- taken in Dallas 1890's".

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HANDSOME BUST PORTRAIT OF A LOS ANGELES POLICE OFFICER. Taken by A.C. Golsh at his Los Angeles studio and identified on verso as "Frank Lemon, Howard's father." This attractive image features a young police officer in uniform, wearing a large and prominent badge on his chest. Affixed to Golsh's photographer's mount and in fine condition, showing only minor wear to corners of mount.

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REAL PHOTO POSTCARD OF A "DETECTIVE" WITH FAKE BEARD AND MOUSTACHE- ca.1890-1915.
This is an unusual real photo postcard of a man in a disguise with a center-cut star shield badge on that clearly reads, "- U.S. - Detective." This is an unusual photo because of the fake moustache and beard, not commonly observed in most photographer's prop images. The image may be from earlier date, but the transfer was excellent. the contrast and tone are very sharp. The card measures 3.75"x 5.25".

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HANDSOME CABINET CARD BUST OF ALBERT STINSON, DEPUTY SHERIFF OF JACK COUNTY, TX. Photographed by R. H. Cosand in this attractive cabinet card features a bust image of Albert L. Stinson Deputy Sheriff of Jack County, Texas, in 1881. Affixed to Cosand's photographer's mount, the image is in fine condition, with the usual wear to corners of the backing card. A definite must for any collector of historical Texas memorabilia.

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PRISTINE CABINET PORTRAIT OF LANCASTER COUNTY, NEBRASKA SHERIFF BY CLEMENTS. As fresh and clean as if it were printed yesterday, this beautiful cabinet card features an unknown sheriff of Lancaster County Nebraska, circa 1895. The bust image depicts the sheriff in a three-piece suit, wearing a large Western hat with his badge prominently displayed on his vest lapel. Image measures approximately 3.75" x 5.5" and is affixed to Clements' embossed Lincoln, Nebraska mount. In very fine condition. An extremely attractive image that would make an outstanding addition to any Western lawman collection.

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THE HANGING OF "BLACK JACK" THE OUTLAW - SET OF TWO REAL PHOTO POSTCARDS - ca. 1907-1920.This is a great set of two real photo postcards of "Black Jack" Ketchum's hanging in Clayton, New Mexico on April 26, 1901. The first image shows Ketchum about to be hanged, and is a negative transfer with good contrast but has lost some focus. The second image is Ketchum's headless body at the foot of the scaffold, and has great contrast and tone. The cards have AZO backs and are unused, measuring 5.5"x 3.5" overall.

"Black Jack" Thomas Ketchum was a New Mexico train robber and thief from 1892 until he was captured in August 1899. Ketchum had a gang of outlaws that included his brother Sam, who died of a wound he received while in a robbery just before Ketchum was captured. Ketchum was caught in 1899 when he tried to rob a train alone and was shot in the arm, which was later amputated. Ketchum is the only man to be hanged for train robbery in New Mexico, and he is the only recorded outlaw in U.S. history to be decapitated while hanging. A gruesome reminder of justice in early New Mexico.

Special Thanks to Kathy Weiser and the Legends of America guide for this information

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TERRIFIC CABINET CARD OF JUDGE ROY BEAN IN FRONT OF THE JERSEY LILLY - "THE LAW WEST OF THE PECOS." Wonderful cabinet card depicting Judge Roy Bean standing outside his saloon/courtroom with a group of local lawmen (one of whom wears a Colt single action and a large-frame double action revolver, as well as a suspension badge), an unknown dignitary, local Mexicans, a few young children, and what appears to be a legless woman sitting on a bicycle. Photographed circa 1890 by an unknown photographer. Image shows some soiling along edges, with the usual wear and smudging to the photographer's mount. Outstanding and strange, this Judge Roy Bean cabinet card is a must-have!

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EXTREMELY RARE COLOR BONNAUDTYPE IMAGE OF LILLIE LANGTRY. In 1879, J. B. Germeuil-Bonnaud developed an incredibly complicated process by which color photography could be achieved by exposing a plate coated with treacle, sodium borate and potassium bichromate under an ordinary positive transparency. Portions of the image were then altered selectively and dried in an oven. Three prints from three negatives were created representing the three primary colors - red, green, and blue - which were then dusted with sensitive silver halide compounds to create the various colors. A single image was made by overlaying the three prints and using them to develop a final combination print. This astounding process did not become publicly known for nearly a decade, but by then other color reproduction processes were in the works. Suffice it to say that this "Bonnaudtype" process is exceedingly rare and almost never seen. Here, Bonnaud has created a stunning 1879 profile portrait of the famed British actress Lillie Langtry measuring 7.25" x 11.25". Exquisite imagery combined with the rarest of all color photography processes make this portrait a one-of-a-kind collector's sensation. The print has been affixed to Bonnaud's slightly larger black photographer's mount with gilt edging and lettering. Pinholes at each corner of the mount are the only detraction from this amazing and incredibly rare item.

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LILLIE LANGTRY PORTRAITS - LOT OF TWO. Considered one of Britain's most beautiful actresses, Ms. Langtry was also known to live a rather scandalous life. Mistress to the Prince of Wales (the future Edward VII), she later married the extremely wealthy Hugo de Bathe presumably for his money. The first portrait, a cabinet card, features the actress seated with a book on her lap. Light soiling with a heavy crease at upper left corner. The second image is a beautiful profile portrait of Ms. Langtry in a stunning evening gown. Image measures approximately 6" x 8.5"; photographer's mount is damaged at upper edge, but this does not affect the image in any significant way.

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IMPERIAL CARD OF PROSTITUTE OR "ACTRESS" - PROMENADE CARD - ca. 1885. A Large and expressive portrait of an early prostitute or "performer" featuring a rare sleeveless corset dress; this gold-rimmed, maroon promenade card is in mint condition and measures 4" x 8.25". The contrast and focus of this image is evident in the subject's wistful face, which is illuminated in haunting clarity. A proper woman of this Victorian era would consider this dress to be an undergarment, not suitable for a photographer's lens. This is an unusual image that garners attention from any astute Western photography collector or specialist in saloon items.

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QUADRUPLE INDIAN HANGING, MISSOULA, MONTANA DEC. 19TH 1890. Inscribed on reverse: "Bill Houston, the first sheriff of Missoula County, Montana, under statehood. Captured four Indian outlaws for murdering white men and subsequent for their crimes, brought an end to depredations of the redskins in western Montana". "According to old residents of Montana, no hanging in the state ever attracted more attention than that of the four Indians."
This lot of five historical photographs consists of: Sheriff, W. H. Houston, Indians, Antley, La La See, Pascade & Pierre Pane. Houston on verso of image in period ink. "Houston is the man who captured the four Indians whose photo's accompanying this and where executed at Missoula Mont. Dec. 19. 1890. For killing over fifty white men in the mountain wilds they were hanged and in 24 minutes from the time of the drop, the last one was placed in his coffin". All images 4.25"x 6.5" Very Fine condition, great contrast.

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"DODGE CITY" KANSAS COWBOY BAND DRUMMER, ca 1885. Capitalizing on its image as the "Cowboy Capital of the United States," Dodge City Kansas boosters organized the Cowboy Band in the early 1880s to overwhelming acclaim. Although band members were dressed as cowboys, wearing leather chaps, spurs, and pearl-handled revolvers, they were actually professional musicians from various locations across the country. Here, Carpenter has created an attractive full-length studio portrait of the band's drummer. Image measures 4" x 5.25" and is affixed to Carpenter's attractive dark brown mount with gilt lettering and edging. Overall size 4.25" x 6.5". In very fine condition.

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EXCELLENT BOUDOIR CABINET CARD OF "PAYMASTER'S ESCORT" BY A. FRANK RANDALL. Randall is best known for his work documenting the Navajo, Hopi, and Apache Indians. Here he breaks from tradition to photograph a paymaster's escort stopped at a way station, presumably in Arizona Territory, circa 1883. This impressive 7.5" x 4.25" image is affixed to Randall's gilt-edged "Willcox" photographer's mount. A few minor water spots along left and lower edges of mount, with the usual wear/chipping at corners, else fine.

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INDIAN WARS FARRIER AND HIS HORSE ca. 1870-1880. An unidentified photographer captured the image of this handsome young farrier whose sole job it was to tend to hoof trimming and shoeing of military equines. He poses here in uniform, complete with embroidered horseshoe on the shoulder, wearing heavy leather gauntlets and knee-high boots. His freshly-shod horse stands at his side. Image measures approximately 4" x 5.5" and is affixed to a blank cabinet mount with minor chips at corners.

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"WILD WEST" JUSTICE BY ROPE. Stark image of a public hanging in an unidentified Western town. A large number of male townsfolk surround the enormous scaffold, from which hangs a hooded figure. The photographer of this 7" x 5" image is unknown, but it has been titled "A Hanging in the Cow Country." Paper clip indentation at upper left corner and a few tiny chips along two edges do not detract from this unique photograph, and could be easily matted over. In fine condition.
The Chris Kortlander Collection

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INTERESTING TINTYPE OF UNKNOWN LAWMAN. A forty-something lawman with a star on his lapel sits for his portrait by an unknown photographer. He wears a suit jacket and vest and looks slightly to his left. Image appears to have been varnished with subsequent crazing. Image measures 2.25" x 3.5" and is in good condition.

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YOUNG LAWMAN OR DEPUTY SHERIFF WITH BADGE - 1/6TH PLATE TINTYPE - ca.1875-85. A six-point star adorns the chest of this young lawman, along with another sort of badge pinned on his lapel. He is wearing a bowtie, hat, and vest. The image is fair, with a slight loss of focus and measures approximately 2.5"x 3.5".

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DESIRABLE WOLVERTON CABINET OF TWO LAWMEN AND THEIR GUNS, ca 1890-1900. Handsome 3.75" x 5.5" image of two unnamed lawmen posing proudly with their Winchesters. Each wears a cartridge belt around his waist and a shiny star over his heart. Affixed to W.H. Wolverton's attractive embossed photographer's mount to an overall size of 5.75" x 7.75". A few chips and scuffs along edges and at corners of mount, else in very fine condition. Terrific addition to any Western lawman collection!

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TWO FRIENDLY LAWMEN POSE FOR 1/6 PLATE TINTYPE. Circa 1870-1880. These lawmen sit side by side in a studio setting, the younger man with his arm around the older one, and the older one with his hand on the younger man's thigh. Each wears a lawman's badge on his chest, although we are unable to verify the jurisdiction. Image measures 3.5" x 2.25" and bears the usual faint creases. In fine condition.

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CASED 1/4th PLATE TINTYPE OF LAWMEN IN EARLY AUTOMOBILE ca. 1920s. This tintype features an image four policemen with large circle star badges, hat badges, and uniforms. An older gentleman is driving the very early automobile and has a straw hat on, displaying a large badge on his street clothes. This man is very likely either the Sheriff or a police Sergeant/Captain, as his position and dress convey authority over the other men. There are large pine trees that can be seen in the background of this outdoor image. The image is cased and behind original glass, and measures 3.25"x 2.75". An interesting image as it vividly illustrates the changing nature of law enforcement during the Industrial Revolution.

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UNIDENTIFIED MEN ON THE PORCH OF A HOUSE WITH FAMILY - IMPERIAL CARD - ca. 1890-1900.
This is a nice image of two armed men with 1890s Model Winchester and Marlin rifles on the porch of a home with a small family. There is an older woman and child behind him, as well as another armed man with a gun belt and Marlin rifle. This black card is unmarked as to the photographer but the photograph itself is an early 1890s round format, similar to the smaller early Kodak shots. The card measures 10"x 8" overall. The building style of the classic log cabin suggests a Western setting, and the size of the logs does not preclude it from being a Texas image. This is a charming shot of early Western men "protecting the homestead."
From the Collection of George Jackson.

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CABINET CARD OF WEALTHY CHINESE IMMIGRANT WITH A WINCHESTER. Unnamed well-to-do Chinese man poses in his fancy hunting duds - vested suit, bowler, leather shoulder bag, gloves, gold watch chain and fob - in the studio of an unknown photographer. He leans against his Winchester and glances nonchalantly to his right. Image measures 3.75" x 6.5" and is affixed to a cabinet card that has been trimmed at lower edge (overall size 4" x 6.5"). In excellent condition.

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CHINESE IMMIGRANT WEARING HAT - CALIFORNIA CABINET CARD - ca.1885. An Oakland, California cabinet card of an Asian man wearing traditional clothes and a wide brim cowboy-type hat. The Asian immigrants of this time were mainly Chinese, who established themselves as workers throughout the West, and formed communities that still exist to this day. This card is front-marked by Edward Arriola, a photographer born in Mexico who operated in California as early as 1870. The image has a nice tone and very good contrast.

Mautz, Carl. Biographies of Western Photographers, (Nevada City, California: Carl Mautz Publishing, 1997).

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WONDERFUL GRABILL PHOTO OF DEADWOOD CHINESE HOSE TEAM. Well-known image of "The Champion Chinese Hose Team of American who won the great Hub-and-Hub race at Deadwood, Dak. July 4th, 1888." The firehose team is dressed in their competition garb, complete with checkered leggings and straw hats. Following the discovery of gold in the Black Hills in 1879, the building of several railroads was undertaken, and a fair number of Chinese immigrants were brought in to build them. Although this 8.5" x 6.25" image shows several folds and a few chips at edges, Grabill's excellent photographic skills more than make up for these defects. Image is sharp, clear, and compelling. Affixed to a slightly larger sheet of heavy black paper.

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SILVER CITY, N.M. COWBOY SIGNED "AS I AM" WITH COLT MODEL 1877 LIGHTNING - CARTE DE VISTE - ca. 1881-82. This is a nice early Silver City, New Mexico CDV of an armed Cowboy marked by A. S. Addis. The cowboy has signed the front in period ink, "As I Am" and on the back it states "--- Albert Eaton". The back mark is a printed type with both artist and city notation, Alfred Shea Addis operated in Silver City, N.M. from 1881-82. The image measures 2.5"x 4.5" and the contrast and tone are slightly faded. The cowboy holds up a rope, has a gun belt on full of cartridges, and a Model 1877 Colt DA in a holster. The holster is for a 6" barrel gun and it may be nickel-plated. A fine early New Mexico Cowboy image.

Mautz, Carl. Biographies of Western Photographer's, (Nevada City, California: Carl Mautz Publishing, 1997).

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1/6th PLATE TINTYPE OF COWBOY WITH COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY - ca.1875-1890.
A wonderfully expressive tintype portrait of a rough Cowboy chomping on his cigar, featuring a nickel-plated Colt Single Action Army and holster rig. The cowboy has pulled the Colt "Peacemaker" out of the holster and turned it around so that it faces outward. He is wearing leather chaps, a bandana, a hat, vest and boots. There is a whiskey bottle next to him on the pedestal. The image measures 2.3"x 3.5" and has a few minor bends, but retains great contrast and a soft tone. A great original tintype image of an iconic Western cowboy.

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CHEYENNE, WYOMING COWBOY WITH ORIGINAL LETTER - POWDER RIVER CATTLE COMPANY - SLEEVED ½ PLATE TINTYPE - ca.1883. A historic and attractive set consisting of an image of a young cowboy, and a possibly related letter detailing some of his everyday activities. The image of the cowboy wearing chaps and armed with what is likely a Colt single action Army revolver has very good contrast, clarity and brightness. The man is identified in modern blue ink on the reverse of the sleeved image as, "Marston Tebbetts of Boston - Cheyenne 1883". The paper sleeve measures 4"x 6" overall, and has the original seals. The letter has the same identification written on the front in modern ink. The letterhead is very striking with graphics of brands, and the period script reads in part, "thought I would take advantage of this opportunity to write you - my departure for Powder R. for which place I start in the morn. I left Chicago the latter part of March, and have been in Nebraska, most of the time since buying horses. I bought 45 head, at an average of $44.50 on May 3, and sold them yesterday at $55.00 each. I will drive them to the R.R. for the buyer, and thence propose to go to the North. Pac. R. R. to take up and purchase some land, which promises to be valuable in a few years." A great set of related Wyoming cowboy items.

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EXTREMELY RARE TINTYPE OF NATIVE AMERICAN AND AFRICAN AMERICAN COWBOYS. ca. 1860-1870. Images of Indian cowboys are rare, as are images of black cowboys. Here we have the best of both worlds - both in the same photo! The two young men seem ill at ease as they pose side by side for their portrait. The Indian cowboy wears typical cowboy gear - heavy slacks, colorful neckerchief and fringed buckskin jacket; the young black cowboy wears his best three-piece suit. Image measures 2.25" x 3.25" and has been placed in a Lucite casing for protection. In excellent condition and very desirable!

Western Expansion

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COWBOY CLEANS HIS HORSE'S SHOES - ca. 1890. This is a nice un-mounted silver-nitrate print that measures 6.5"x 4.5" and features a Cowboy with full gear on helping his horse with the front shoe. The Cowboy has a Colt single action Army in his holster, and fine chaps with fringe and conchos. There are 30-30 caliber rifle bullets in his gun belt and a rifle in the scabbard on his horse. Very good contrast and tonality, and overall condition; on the reverse in pencil is written, "this set is for Hesper (not readable)." A good cowboy image.

Photography

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COWBOY'S "DINNER ON ROUND-UP" CHEYENNE, WYOMING - C.D. KIRKLAND - BOUDOIR CARD - ca.1880-94.
This is a wonderful image of Wyoming cowboys enjoying a meal at the chuck wagon by noted photographer Charles D. Kirkland. The image features a good amount of detail and information into the daily life of these 1880s Cowboys. The boudoir card is front and back-marked and gold-rimmed. The image is in superior condition with great contrast and tonality. The card is slightly larger than normal size, measuring 8.5"x 5.25". A great cowboy image from a noted Western photographer.

Mautz, Carl. Biographies of Western Photographer's, (Nevada City, California: Carl Mautz Publishing, 1997).

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DRAMATIC HAND-TINTED SIGNED HUFFMAN IMAGE. Impressive 16" x 7" hand-tinted photograph depicting cowboys as they round up a herd of cattle in the Big Dry region of Montana. Huffman's images of American Indians and people who settled the early West are considered some of the finest - precisely detailing the open range years, 1878 through 1905. While the specific date of this image is unknown, it is documented in Huffman's hand, in white ink: "Round-up at Work Cutting Big Dry Montana," and "Photo & © by L A Huffman Miles City." Huffman operated his own photography studio in Miles City from 1878 through 1905, and colored this image personally. In fine condition. Matted and framed to an overall size of 23" x 19".

Provenance: The Chris Kortlander Collection

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COWBOY CAMP AND CHUCK WAGON - C.D. KIRKLAND CHEYENNE, WYOMING - BOUDOIR CARD - ca. 1880-90. The cowboys are not back in from the range, but supper will be ready for them when they arrive. This boudoir card is front marked by noted western photographer C.D. Kirkland, and was a part of his vast sets detailing "Cowboy life on the Plains", from Denver, Colorado north to Cheyenne, Wyoming. The card measures 5.25"x 8.5", and the image has a lighter tone at the top, with some minor cracking and foxing throughout. A Cowboy chuck wagon image from a known and collectible photographer.

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REAL WESTERN COWBOYS GAMBLING - CABINET CARD - ca.1885-95.
This rare cabinet card features four Cowboys in what appears to be a genuine card game. Many staged photos exist of poker or card games but few of the games were actually being played at the time of the photograph. This cabinet card is in excellent condition with good tonality and the cards, hats and men's faces can be seen. The hats are the straw skipper's that became popular in the 1890s. It appears as though a sheet was behind the men, the photographers Pederson and Graham are unlisted in most modern references. The card measures 4.25"x 6.5". A fine gambling-related photograph from a Texas collection.

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NATIVE AMERICAN INDIAN COWBOYS - CABINET CARD - ca.1890-1900. This is a nice image of two Native American Indian Cowboys that features a nice pair of Buffalo chaps. The sitting Native American wears the chaps along with a hat, bandana, and plain moccasins. The standing man has buckle-top boots and long hair. The image has a really nice gentle tone, and good contrast. It is mounted on a thick, tan card with line designs, and measures 4.25"x 6.5" overall. A great image of Native American cowboys.

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REAL PHOTO POSTCARD OF AFRICAN-AMERICAN AND HISPANIC COWBOYS - ca.1915. This is a post card dress-up shot of an African American and Hispanic man in full cowboy gear with a pistol. The gear is likely the photographer's and features two sets of wooly chaps. The card is in fair condition with minor spotting and measures 3.5"x 5.5".

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JOHN SLAUGHTER'S TOMBSTONE, ARIZONA TERRITORY COWBOYS - C.S. FLY - CABINET CARD - circa 1879-80.
This is a great early Arizona Territory image from C.S. Fly of three identified cowboys with John Slaughter's Ranch outfit. The men are identified on the reverse in pencil as, "Wake Benge, Tad Roland, and Jeff Lewis - Cowboys for John H. Slaughter in July 1879 all came to Arizona with Mr. Slaughter's first herd. The first two (Begne and Roland) went back for the second (herd)." The Cabinet card is in fine condition with great contrast and tonality, and measures 4.25"x 6.5" on a thin card. The purple round stamp imprint of C.S. Fly is also on the reverse.

John Horton Slaughter (1841-1922) gained much fame as a Texas Ranger, Indian fighter, and Confederate veteran in Texas, but it was not until he went to Tombstone, A.T. that he made his fortune in ranching. Slaughter also later became the sheriff of Cochise County, and was known as a fearless lawman and killer of many thieves. The cowboy in this image, Tad Roland, is mentioned several times in the reference Southwest of John H. Slaughter by Allen A. Erwin. The reference states on page 136 in relation to his first drive, "John Slaughter had some of the worst outlaws in the country on his trail drive; one of these had left the James Gang to get a new start. Some of his good hands were Billy Grimes, Wake Benge, Jeff Lewis, Tad Roland, Billy Claiborne, and Tom Cochran." Billy Claiborne later worked for the Clanton-McLowery gang and while at the O.K. Corral gunfight with the Earps he notoriously ran away. He was later killed in 1882 by Earp ally "Buckskin" Frank Leslie, just outside of the Oriental Saloon in Tombstone. Roland must have been important to Slaughter as he worked for him until his death at the age of 34. Roland found Slaughter's ranch for him in south Arizona through a land grant he had i

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nspected, and once lost $500 of Slaughter's money in a fixed poker game, but worked off his debt until his death. A C.S. Fly image of identified and important cowboys of this era should be considered extremely rare.

Nash, Jay Robert. Western Lawmen and Outlaws, (New York: Da Capo Press, 1989).

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FINE PORTRAIT OF A SOUTHWESTERN COWBOY - IMPERIAL CARD - circa 1885. A classic identified portrait of a cowboy wearing buffalo chaps, and armed with a pearl or ivory-gripped Colt Model 1878 double action "Frontier" revolver. The front of the unmarked card bears a signature, which possibly reads, "Ed W. Ecker". The man cuts a fine figure in the semi-arid desert landscape, holding a wide-brim hat by his side. The card measures 10"x 8" with only minor light water staining on the reverse, and very minor handling wear. The image has excellent tonality and contrast, and is very impressive overall.

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IMPERIAL SIZE CABINET CARD WITH FIVE COWBOYS. 1900-1910 Very large format photograph of five cowboys. All have holstered pistols, great early cowboy hats, wearing wooly, batwing & fringe chaps. Notation on verso: " left to right #2 Bo Mills, #3Lewis Cloud, #4 Joe Hageny, #5 Postmaster Casper from Billings Montana" Mount 12" x 10". Photo 8" x 6.25" Photograph is soiled, card has chip lower left hand corner.

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TOUGH WORKING COWBOYS OF YANKON, SOUTH DAKOTA - CABINET CARD - ca.1890. This spectacular photograph of common ranch workingmen or cowboys is a classic image. It is unusual for men to be photographed in their tattered working gear in a studio setting. Photography was relatively expensive for the time and most people tended to wear the nicest clothes that they owned, or the flashiest gear they could find, either from a friend or props from the photographer himself. This fine cabinet card has exceptional contrast, tone and focus and measures 4.25"x 6.5". The photographer H. Bruhn of Yanton, S.D, marked the card at the bottom in gold print. A pure and original Western image.

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DUDED-UP COWBOYS. Two terrific cabinet cards of duded-up cowboys. The first features a young man identified on verso as Elmer Wood, wearing a pair of fringed buckskin pants decorated with porcupine quill designs and a beaded and sequined vest. Photographed by Coover of Plainview, Nebraska and in extremely fine condition. The second depicts an unnamed Indian cowboy, also wearing fancy beaded and fringed duds, metal armbands, and leaning against his rifle (photographer unknown); fine condition.

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RARE HISPANIC AMERICAN COWBOYS WITH BADGE - CABINET CARD - ca.1900. The man on the left, identified as "Juan Vela" is wearing a small badge on his lapel in this Haskell, Texas image. The other man is identified in pencil as "Juan Olivares Maldonado --- Noviembre 7 de 1901". The photographer credit is "Jno. M. Barrett" of Haskell. The card is scalloped-edge and measures 4.25"x 6.5", the tone is light.

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RARE SET OF TWO A.A. BRACK - SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS CABINET CARDS - TWO COWBOYS - LADY OF THE RANCH - ca. 1895. Set of two cabinet card photographs from noted San Antonio photographer Asa A. Brack. The first image is a pink, scalloped-edge cabinet card of two young cowboys in their best attire, with boots and a hat on the floor. The photograph measures 4.25" x 6.5" overall and the contrast and tone are light toward the top.

The second image is a proper lady on horseback at a ranch or rural area, on a slightly oversize cabinet card measuring 6.75" x 4.5". It was a long-standing Texas tradition that the female matriarchs on a ranch take a photograph while mounted on a horse. There was a photographic exhibit detailing this tradition at the Cattleman's Museum in Ft. Worth, Texas. A fine image showing a proper "Lady of the Ranch" sitting regally atop her mount.

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ARMED WESTERN COWBOYS IN CAMP "A COOK WANTED" - IMPERIAL CARD - ca.1890. A special and unique Western image of two Cowboys with their entire gamut of daily cooking items on display. This is an important image to study, due to the fact that such detail is rarely seen in camp shots, which usually consist of a group of cowboys sitting by a chuck wagon. The men are also identified on the reverse in ink as "Mack Lawhorn and Herb Murphy", and both wear working hats, boots and bandanas. This large Imperial card measures 10" x 8" overall, with the photograph itself being 8" x 6". This image has incredible detail and outstanding contrast, brand names can be seen on the tomato cans, baking soda, and other items. A sign above the tent reads "A COOK WANTED". The man on the left has a small .32 or .38 caliber nickel-plated pistol in his belt, which is also unusual for camp shots. A great shot for a serious Western cowboy historian with an interest in cursory cowboy activities, as this is an incredible snapshot in time of daily camp life.

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YOUNG COWBOYS WITH CHAPS AND QUIRTS - CABINET CARD - ca. 1900. An interesting image of two young cowboys with very nice fringed chaps, tooled cuffs, and braided quirts. This cabinet card photograph is unmarked as to the photographer, and mounted on a gray card measuring 4.25"x 6.5". The men are posed in a studio setting with rough worn boots, meaning they are certainly working men, even if the gear was a prop. The photograph has only the identification "nevada" written in pencil on the reverse.

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DODGE CITY COWBOY BAND, KANSAS. IMPERIAL CABINET CARD ca. 1889
Their musical performance was very high quality, their appearance as cowboy musicians generated the greatest notice. They wore flannel shirts, cowboy hats, leather chaps, spurs and pearl-handled revolvers, their leader kept time with a revolver. In the decade that followed, the Dodge City Cowboy Band was to play in a number of cities across the U.S. Their greatest cowboy band achievement was playing at Benjamin Harrison's inauguration in 1889.
This great Imperial- size cabinet card on the prairie has the Dodge City Cowboy band next to a chuck wagon and bunch of cowboys branding cattle. The wagon has lettering (L. N. York. C. O. D). Period ink verso "April 16, 1889". 8"x 10" Llight contrast, foxing upper left corner, small cut lower bottom corner of sepia.

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GREAT IMAGE OF COWBOYS AT ROUND-UP ON THE 3-C RANCH ca. 1880-1890. Excellent outdoor image by unknown photographer depicting four cowboys on horseback watching over a group of nearby ponies. To the left, two men work the chuck wagon as another cowboy reclines amid bed rolls and bagged supplies. Very desirable image, both in terms of content and condition. Photo measures 8.5" x 6" and is affixed to a 10" x 8" backing mount. Minor wear at mount corners; faint crease at lower mount edge does not affect photo.

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"A GROUP OF COWBOYS" - CHEYENNE, WYOMING - BOUDOIR CARD - ca.1880-94. This is a mint condition image of Wyoming cowboys on the trail by noted photographer Charles D. Kirkland. The image features an incredible amount of detail on the field dress and gear of these 1880s cowboys. The boudoir card is front and back-marked and gold-rimmed. The image is in superior condition with great contrast and rich, dark tonality. The card is slightly larger than normal size, measuring 8.5"x 5.25". Another great cowboy image from a noted Western photographer.

Mautz, Carl. Biographies of Western Photographers, (Nevada City, California: Carl Mautz Publishing, 1997).

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HUFFMAN CATTLE HERDING PANORAMA. Laton Alton Huffman arrived in Miles City, Montana Territory in 1879 in time to document the beginning, middle and end of the open range era - and no one did it better. Huffman preferred to set up his travelling photo shop on the trail, to capture authentic action shots of cattle drives, roundups and typical ranch life. This unusual panoramic view depicts a few cowboys tending a large herd that has stopped to drink from a shallow creek bed. Penciled on verso: "Throwing the W Bar Herd on Water" in the artist's hand, and identified as image "#50." Image measures 12" x 4½" and is affixed to a 14" x 5" mounting board. Crease at lower right corner of photographer's mount does not affect image. This handsome photograph is in excellent condition and would make an exceptional addition to any collection. From The Chris Kortlander Collection.

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IMMACULATE WEITFLE CABINET OF CATTLE BRANDING. Taken circa 1879, at the height of his fame and shortly before moving his studio to Denver. In four short years, Weitfle's entire photographic library would be destroyed in a disastrous fire. In this image, Weitfle captured a Colorado cowboy in the act of branding a steer. In pristine condition.

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COWBOY AND SETTLER CABINET AND STEREOVIEW CARDS ca 1870-1880. This four-item lot contains two stereocards of an unnamed cowboy and his horse at Rugg's Seven Mile Ranch in Wyoming, photographed by W.J. Cothell and printed by D.D. Dare of Cheyenne - one fine, the other very good. Also included is a cabinet card of a group of unknown armed Westerners which shows moderate soiling and wear to orange mount edges and corners. Finally, an underexposed boudoir card of an unknown settler family posed outside their sod-brick house; minor damage at extreme edges.

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IMPRESSIVE GURNSEY & BRANDT ROPING STEREOVIEW. Taken in 1876, this Colorado Springs-area image depicts a cowboy on his horse preparing to rope a cow that has been separated from the herd. Excellent condition.

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NEW MEXICO COWBOYS ON THE RANGE - OX RANCH - IMPERIAL CARD - ca. 1880 This grand, wide image resonates with the purity of the Western Frontier; the open spaces are illuminated with an almost haunting clarity. A cowboy is mounted to the right and a chuck wagon dinner is being prepared. A large string of horses roams freely behind the men, who are camped out at the base of a small watering hole. A distant fence can be seen, and mountains on the horizon. On the reverse of the card in pencil, which is likely period correct, it reads, "James McQuillian - Madison, N.M. - OX Ranch". The card has a minor bump to the bottom right and there are two very small stains in the sky to the center and left. This image has exceptional tone and the contrast is excellent; the light is reflected to the camera providing a depth of field rarely seen in outdoor images.

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TWO COWBOYS - MILES CITY MONTANA AREA CABINET CARD 1880s-90s. These cowboys have great hats, one has fringed chaps, and they both carry handguns. Photographer, Baldwin. 6.5"x 4.25" Condition is good, with light contrast.

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GROUP OF COLORADO COWBOYS ROPING A STEER - BOUDOIR CARD - ca.1890. This group of Cowboys roping a Longhorn steer probably worked for a large ranch when this image was taken. The negative is marked, "W.J. Carpenter - Telluride, Colo." There is another notation in the negative to the left, which is difficult to decipher. The men all have the typical gear of an 1890s cowboy on, most have cuffs and chaps. There is a small nick out of the left-center side of the card, a chip to the bottom right and a small loss of emulsion to the top left. This image has very good clarity and contrast.

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UNNAMED COWPOKE ON HORSE. Pudgy cowboy sits atop his shaggy horse in this 7" x 4.75" image by an unknown photographer; barren trees in background. Mounted to cardboard backing with scalloped edges; one chip at lower right edge of image, else fine.

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ROUND-UP WEST OF THE MISSOURI RIVER - SOUTH DAKOTA - P.H. KELLOGG - ca.1895-1905. This is an un-mounted photograph of cowboys on a "round-up" somewhere on the plains near South Dakota. On the reverse in pen reads, "Round-up on range west of Ft. Pierre 1903-09". The photograph measures 8"x 6" on thin paper and has a slight tear of fold to the top center which has been repaired with tape, and a fold on the bottom right corner that is secure.

P.H. Kellogg, a traveling photographer from Rushford, N.Y. took the photograph near Ft. Pierre, South Dakota. Kellogg was known for cowboy photography, along with Native American views. The image is marked in the negative in the bottom left corner.

Mautz, Carl. Biographies of Western Photographer's, (Nevada City, California: Carl Mautz Publishing, 1997).

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COWBOYS "MOUNT UP" - BOUDOIR CARD - ca. 1880-90. Four cowboys are about to mount their horses, while in front of a rickety ranch house, in this crisp image. The horses are saddled; perhaps they are recording the beginning of a journey. The men are dressed in daily working gear with nice wide-brim hats. The boudoir card itself measures 8.5"x 5.25" and is in great condition, with strong contrast. The photograph is unmarked and the back is blank. A nice, original cowboy image.

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LARGE SEPIA IMAGE OF EARLY DAKOTA CATTLE RANCHERS. Impressive 9½" x 7½" photograph of a "Small Cow Ranch 10 Miles from Rapid City S. Dak." Moderate yellowing does not detract from this impressive scene, which features several cowboys and one young woman on horseback, wearing a beautiful striped dress. Image is an obvious reprint by Fuller & Co. photographic studio of Rapid City; at lower left corner of image is the reversed legend "Deadwood, S.D." Yellowed with a few water spots and moderate wear to backing mount.

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1896 COLORADO SPRINGS SCENIC VIEW BY W.E. HOOK. Approximately 8" x 5" sepia cabinet card depicting five cowboys tending a large herd of cattle near Colorado Springs. Image is faded at edges and shows minor paper loss at lower corners.

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CABINET CARD OF COWBOY WITH HOLSTERED SIX SHOOTER. ca.1880'S - Very nice outdoors image of young Cowboy standing next to his horse. Has revolver holstered in a single loop holster, leather fringed jacket & pants, great Cowboy hat and nice kerchief. No photographer & no identification. 6.5" x 4.25" Condition is light contrast.

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GREAT ACTION SHOT OF BRANDING AT TEXAS RANCH, ca 1880-1890. Cowboys, ranch hands, even children pitch in to get the cattle of the 7 Ranch in Texas roped and branded. Two pairs of branders hold down the cows being branded, while other horsemen collect the next one and keep the rest of the herd from wandering out into the flat Texas prairie. Image is affixed to a 10" x 8" cardboard mount; photographer unknown. Mount shows moderate age toning; image is in fine condition.

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TERRIFIC IMPERIAL CABINET OF ARMED AND DUDED-UP COWBOYS, ca. 1890. This interesting photograph features four mounted cowboys wearing their Sunday best and full field gear, including chaps, holsters, belts, hats, gloves and lariats. Three of the men pictured proudly show off their weapons - Colt single-action Army revolvers, rifles, and pistols - the fourth strikes a debonair pose that seems to annoy his horse, no guns to be seen. Photographer, subjects, and location are unidentified; possibly photographed in Montana. Excellent sharpness and contrast; sparse spotting does not detract from this handsome image. Minor rubbing at corners and edges. Measures 10"x 8" overall and in fine condition. A great association piece for any Western Americana collection.

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FIVE KIRKLAND BOUDOIR CABINETS FROM "VIEWS OF COWBOY LIFE" SERIES. This terrific lot of Kirkland 7.25" x 4.25" images includes:
(a) No. 21: Roping and Cutting Out
(b) No. 27: Taking Up the Back Cinch
(c) No. 30: Rounding 'em Up
(d) No. 40: Cowboy Race
(e) No. 71: Bringing Up the Horse Cavoy
Each photo is affixed to Kirkland's Cheyenne, Wyoming photographer's mounts. All five are age-toned, with occasional smudging along edges and the usual wear at corners of photographer's mounts, but are overall in very good to fine condition. This lot would be a great start to the full Views of Cowboy Life set!

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MEXICAN COWBOYS ON THE RANGE - EL IXTACCIHUAL - "VISTAS MEXICANAS" BY ABEL BRIQUET - ca. 1880-1889.
This rare and beautiful image captures the wide depth and scope of the untamed frontiers of Mexico, while also recording an exceptionally rare subject matter - that of the classic "Gaucho" cowboys. Abel Briquet was a French photographer living in Mexico during the 1880s who specialized in wide landscape photographs, often releasing his images in albums containing multiple images, which left most of the photographs un-mounted. This image size is that of a boudoir card, but is mounted on thin paper, which denotes the photographer and scene on the bottom portion. The image itself measures 7.5"x 5" tall with the paper mount extending below bringing the height to 6" overall. It is also signed "A.Biquet" in the negative to the bottom left. The photograph is in good condition with great tonality, but is lightly wrinkled throughout. Abel Briquet's albums are in several museum collections, however this image could not be found in a search of them. This image and subject matter are considered rare for this established and collectible photographer of Mexico.

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LOT OF FOUR CABINET CARDS COWBOYS, BUFFALOS, HORSES.1880-1910
(1). Photo with cows, notation on verso. "On the days round. Note all white horses on this particular day each cowboy had his own "string" of horses. So. Dak. 1907". 9"x 7".
(2) Buffalo in pin photo, notation on verso. "The bull that killed K. W. Rock, Mountain Bison 4 years old when captured Lake Fremont County, Idaho". 6.5" x 5.5"
(3) Caption: W. M. Woodys-Stock-Sale-Emmett-Ida- Col. Jas. Barnard.-Auctioneer-10" x 8".
(4) Clydesdale Stallion. Caption: "Good news Clydesdale Stallion, 4 years old. Photograph by D. F. Barry 9.75"x 6.75". The condition is very good, Barry image has light contrast.

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WESTERN COWBOYS AT LOG CABIN - LARGE FORMAT CABINET CARD - ca. 1895. An early shot of cowboys with a makeshift camp at an old log cabin. The men both have Winchester Rifles, and large-frame pistols with holster rigs. The grand evergreen trees suggest that this unmarked photograph was taken in the Western states with similar foliage, Colorado west to California. The men both have saddles hanging in the trees, including an old wooden saddletree, and a woven rug on a clothesline; a small dog is at their feet. The black mount cabinet card is unmarked and measures 6.5"x 5". The contrast and tonality are good, the image might be considered dark, but like the card is in excellent condition.

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H.E. TOUGH RIDERS - YELLOWSTONE PARK - LARGE FORMAT IMPERIAL CARD - circa 1899 This is a great large format Imperial card photograph of Howard Eaton's Tough Riders in Yellowstone Park. The image is very crisp and sharp with excellent contrast, showing men and boys of various ages in cowboy gear. Some of the men possibly worked for Eaton, there is an older Asian man to the rear behind Eaton. On the reverse of the photo in pencil someone has written, "Howard Eaton on White horse". The card measures 10.75"x 8.5" and has one very minor fold that runs along the top.

Howard Eaton was an early Yellowstone Park guide and outfitter, and a trail is currently named after him. The trail runs, "from Clematis Gulch, just behind Liberty Cap, in Mammoth, to Swan Lake Flat, and then through the west edge of the Hoodoo Mts" and is still currently used by hikers.

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LOT OF SIX MOUNTED COWBOY IMAGES - ca.1890-1910. A nice lot featuring a hand-marked Missoula, Montana image and a studio marked Carlsbad, New Mexico Imperial card. There is also a set of two images on black cards showing a mounted cowboy with fringed, buffalo chaps. Some of the images have damage and fading, but all retain good clarity.

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NATIVE AMERICAN INDIAN COWBOY WITH WIFE - FRAMED BUBBLE GLASS PORTRAIT ON TIN - ca. 1900. This is a fantastic and large image of a distinguished Native American Indian and his wife. The man is wearing transitional clothes with a large hat on his knee, and the woman is simply draped in a Native woven blanket. This image has been colorized in the early lithographic style and is also on a tin backing, making it an unusual format. The tin is slightly coming through on the right side of the image, just over the woman's shoulder. It also still retains the original frame made from brass-plated tin, which has some evidence of lead welding at the top for a hanging device. The bubble glass is nicely made and once had identification as to the maker, in the form of a gold sticker, on the front bottom left which has been removed. The image is very large at approximately 14"x 20" in oval form. This is a great transitional Native American Indian image.

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LOT OF SIX REAL PHOTO POSTCARDS DEPICTING WESTERN SCENES - ca.1907-20. This is a nice lot of six real photo postcards depicting cowboys, Indians, and western scenes. The lot features a "Log Cabin at new Ulm, Minn. - A relic of the Sioux Indian Massacre - 1862". Someone has written, "taken in 1892" in period ink. On the reverse, Mrs. W.C. Kayser of Millbank, South Dakota writes, "This is a picture of my child hood home. You will recognize Vern and my father."

Also included are ranch hands mounted outdoors, fixing a bicycle wheel, and in wooly chaps. There is a card from the, "Stage Coach Race - Roundup in Pendleton, Ore." Lastly a card of, "Navajos in Camp" with a nice scene. All the cards measure 5.5"x 3.5" and are in good to excellent condition.

72379

INTERESTING ELEVEN IMAGE COLLECTION OF LIFE ON A CATTLE/HORSE RANCH Set of 11 4.75" x 3.5" photographs depicting ranching scenes; each affixed to a slightly larger mount; photographer unknown. These sharp images detail life on a ranch with photographs of men herding cattle and horses, a collection of brands, cowboys holding a shooting contest, sitting around the chuck wagon and branding cattle, plus a few family and pet images. All in very fine condition.

72380

RARE LOT OF TWO EL PASO, TEXAS IMAGES - SOCORRO, NEW MEXICO COWBOYS - IMAGE OF CIUDAD JUAREZ, MEXICO - BOUDOIR CARDS - ca. 1885-1910.
This is a fine lot of two El Paso, Texas related boudoir card photographs featuring an image of two New Mexico cowboys and another of Ciudad Juarez, Mexico. The cowboys are pictured on fine horses, with saddles, lassos and chaps, the man on the right displaying a nice spur heel. This photograph is unmarked as to the photographer, however the background is that of a stopped Santa Fe Line Railroad train, which has extensive identification written on the cars. This photograph measures 7.25" x 5" overall and is mounted on a black boudoir-size card, an identification on the back in small modern ink script reads "Socorro, N.M."

The second image is a beautiful shot of "Main Street Paso del Norte. Mexico" in about 1890. The identification is on the front in period script ink, and also on the reverse with the same notation and "looking East". There is no mark from the photographer, but this is possibly a local El Paso, Texas view specialist. Paso del Norte is now known as Ciudad Juarez, and it was the passage through the mountains from Mexico into El Paso, Texas at this time. This shot has excellent contrast and depth, a fine early Mexican scene mounted on a boudoir card which measures 8"x 5" overall. Several cowboys can be seen with sombreros, and to the right a large sign reads, "CARNICERIA MEXICANA" - "AURTHUR A. KLINE". A painted sign of a cowboy roping a steer adorns the top of the meat market. Further down is the, "Customs Exchange House". This city was the frequented by many famous Texas outlaws during this time including John Wesley Hardin, as it was just a few miles from El Paso. These two rare images that relate strongly to El Paso, Texas would be difficult for any collector to obtain.

72381

LOT OF ELEVEN RODEO AND COWBOY REAL PHOTO POSTCARDS - ca. 1905-1925. This lot has a focus on the rodeo cowboy and features nine AZO back photo postcards from Oregon rodeos. The lot also features a card from Cody, Wyoming entitled, "Hog Tying a Buffalo" that shows at least two men armed with Colt single action Army revolvers. Also included are a double wagon, and a lithograph card of Idaho sheepherders that makes 12 cards total. All of these images display good tone and contrast.

72382

LOT OF FOUR LITHOGRAPHS - THREE L.A. HUFFMAN MILES CITY MONTANA - ca.1915-25. A set of three Huffman lithographs that measure 8"x 6" each: cowboy views, "Texas Long Horns, "The Round-up", and a Native American view, "On the War Path". Also included is a, "Mexican Burro Pack Train" from Herman S. Hoyt. A nice lot of post-1900 lithographs of Western scenes.

Miscellaneous

72383

LOT OF THIRTEEN REAL PHOTO POSTCARDS "COWBOY" DRESS-UP IMAGES - ca.1905-1925. This lot features a rare image of an African-American "Cowboy" along with 12 other dress-up postcards. The images are in good condition, mostly displaying good contrast and tone. Several of these images would be considered very good for this genre.

Photography

72384

NEBRASKA COWGIRL ROPING SCENE - CABINET CARD - ca.1894. This is a rare image of three Nebraska cowgirls roping a steer and "branding" it for the camera. The long line of real cowboys watch as the woman on the ground to the right holds a branding iron. The woman on the horse to the left has the rope tied to her saddle, and another woman helps in the background. The photographer is listed as operating only in the year 1894, in Gering, Nebraska. The image has been transferred, and has edges within the negative, but still retains good tonality and detail. The cabinet card is scalloped edge and measures 6.5"x 4.25". A very interesting and early cowgirl image.

Mautz, Carl. Biographies of Western Photographer's, (Nevada City, California: Carl Mautz Publishing, 1997).

72385

HISTORIC SET OF FOUR REAL COWGIRL REPRINT SHOTS - ca. 1900. A very rare and unique set of early silver-nitrate period reprints of real cowgirls with identification. There are three fine portraits, one featuring a very clear image of "the boss and her pony" with a triple-loop holster and an ivory-gripped Colt single action Army. On the reverse of the cards in pencil, "Jonnie Hardie & Mora hauling hay these are the ladies teams my team is moving but you cant see them" and, "---(name) going out after them notice the gun this is one horse out of my team a fine saddle horse.". Also on the portrait identifications, "--- (name) Dirgen the boss and her pony." and "Doris". The reprints measure 2.75"x 3.75". A historic set of period reprints.

72386

A Photograph of Buffalo Bill's Wild West Cast - Including Bill's Unofficial Foster Son Johnny Baker

This 8" x 6" photograph of the cast of Buffalo Bill's Wild West Show is superb for its detail of the cowboys' outfits and accoutrements. There are wooly chaps, a variety of six-shooters, a Winchester, and a different, individual look for each cowboy. Included in the photograph at bottom left is Johnny Baker, a young man Buffalo Bill considered his second son. Baker was a lively entertainer and carried on a friendly rivalry with the sharpshooter Annie Oakley, although he could rarely beat her in trick shooting. The photograph is in excellent condition and is matted in a marbleized cardboard matte. This is one of the most outstanding photographs ever taken of the cowboys in all their complete outfits.

72387

EARLY WILLIAM FREDERICK CODY (BUFFALO BILL) CABINET PHOTOGRAPH ca. 1870s William F. Cody was a soldier, bison hunter, and showman. He was born in the state of Iowa and was one of the most colorful figures of the old West, and mostly famous for the shows he organized with cowboy and Indian themes. He was also a recipient of the Medal of Honor. Buffalo Bill entered the show business on the east coast. He formed a touring company called the Buffalo Bill Combination which put on plays ("Scouts of the Prairie", "Scouts of the Plain") on his Western adventures, initially with Texas Jack Omohundro, and for one season (1873) with The Famous Wild Bill Hickok. The troupe toured for ten years. His part typically included an 1876 incident at the Warbonnet Creek where he claimed to have scalped a Cheyenne warrior, purportedly in revenge for the death of Custer. Cody put together a new traveling show based on both of those forms of entertainment. In 1883 in Omaha, Nebraska he founded the infamous "Buffalo Bill's Wild West."

This image is probably from his days as a stage drama player on the East Coast. There is no photographer or back stamp on this rare sepia tone image. Nice color small scrape bottom right corner.

72388

IMPRESSIVE ROCKWOOD CABINET OF A YOUNG WM. F. CODY. Terrific sepia-toned bust image of a young Cody looking slightly to his left, taken by Rockwood studios in New York, circa 1874. Cody's beautiful curly brown locks flow down his back, he wears a fringed buckskin jacket and a six-gun under each arm. Photo measures 3¾" x 5¼" and bears the Rockwood gilt imprint at lower left corner of photo mount. Writing on verso reads: "Buffalo Bill 25 years ago at Time of Custer Campaign." Wonderful image of a handsome young man on his way to fame and fortune! From The Chris Kortlander Collection

72389

EARLY Wm. F. CODY "BUFFALO BILL" PORTRAIT - CARTE DE VISITE - ca. 1880. This is a great early souvenir portrait of William F. Cody wearing one of his famous Wild West Show outfits with fur lining. The light reflects of his flowing locks of hair, and the image has a rich tone, with good contrast. The thin card is impression marked "Buffalo Bill" and measures 2.5"x 4". There is a very small discoloration to the top center left, and the left corner is very lightly bumped, but the condition is generally very good. A nice portrait of a famous Western personality.

72390

BUFFALO BILL'S WILD WEST SHOW PERFORMER TRICK SHOOTING WITH 1873 WINCHESTER RIFLE - SET OF TWO CABINET CARDS - ca. 1885-95. This wonderful set of two gold-rimmed cabinet cards shows a Wild West Show trick shooter posing for the photographer, as he would shoot during the performance. Identified on the back in ink as, "Gels uncle who was with Buffalo Bill", this cabinet card is marked by Perkinson of New York, NY in gold. The shooter is displaying a number of medals, and a pistol in a Native American Indian beaded holster with a flashy show belt. The image has spotting and fading throughout, and the color is mellow sepia. The cabinet cards are 6.5" x 4.25" and in good condition. A great set of Buffalo Bill trick shooter photographs with a desirable weapon display.

72391

BEAUTIFUL BUFFALO BILL CABINET CARD WITH FACSIMILE SIGNATURE. A surprisingly sharp and clean card depicting Col. W.F. Cody in his fancy show gear - richly decorated buckskin jacket with fringes and a large felt hat. The famous showman looks to his right with a calm expression, his large mustache and goatee demanding as much attention as his gigantic hat. Facsimile signature at lower edge of photo mount reads "Col. W.F. Cody 'Buffalo Bill'" directly above the photographer's imprinted logo, "Brisbois 125 State Street, Chicago." This image is a true winner, in composition, condition, and quality! From The Chris Kortlander Collection

72392

RARE BUFFALO BILL/SITTING BULL CALENDAR "COMPLIMENTS OF D.F. BARRY". Familiar 4" x 5½"full-length sepia image of Buffalo Bill and Sitting Bull, circa 1903. Here we have Sitting Bull in full costume, with a magnificent eagle feather headdress, standing next to William Cody, also dressed in his Wild West Show finery (including thigh-high riding boots and a richly-embroidered satin shirt). The photo, in very fine condition, has been affixed to a large mat board (approximately 6¼" x 10½"), with a small 1903 calendar stapled to the lower portion of the board. The calendar is missing pages for the months January through March 1903. At the upper edge of the matt board, Barry has penned: "Compliments of D.F. Barry." Image bears Barry's copyright ink stamp at lower left corner. Mat board is blind stamped with Barry's imprint at lower left corner, and on verso a second ink stamp reads "D.F. Barry, West Superior, Wis." Also on verso in Barry's hand: "No 3 Programme p. 9." A small half-tone reproduced image of the photo on the front has been attached to the back. Red ribbon hanger. A few minor matte board creases do not detract from this very rare item. Extremely desirable. From The Chris Kortlander Collection

72393

WILD WEST SHOW PERFORMERS SHORT MAN AND EAGLE HOUSE (TWO COPIES). Seen here with a third unidentified Indian performer, Short Man and Eagle House pose for an unknown photographer while waiting for their cue to enter the show ring. Each sits atop a white steed and holds a long pike. In the background, a white performer on horseback also awaits his turn in the ring. Each image measures 7" x 5", one being more favorably developed than the other. Both in fine condition. From The Chris Kortlander Collection

72394

VERY DESIRABLE BUFFALO BILL INSCRIBED AND SIGNED SILVER PRINT. Impressive 8" x 10" studio silver print of Buffalo Bill Cody wearing his show gear - fringed and embroidered buckskin jacket and matching gauntlets - and holding his hat. The photo is inscribed to his sister Nellie Snyder Yost and signed at lower right: "To Nellie Brother Will." Nellie published several popular books later in life, and received numerous awards for her writing. Although the photographer is unknown, this is a beautifully processed image would make an outstanding addition to any Western Americana collection. Gilded period frame measures 11.75" x 13.75"; although it shows minor scuffs, it adds to the overall value of this impressive image.

72395

'OKALHOMA BILL' WILD WEST PERFORMER & CORNETIST 1890s<.QVery nice photo of Wild West/Cowboy performer, "Oklahoma Bill". He is wearing a great Western cowboy hat, has a great Western look, also wearing a GAR (Grand Army of the Republic) badge. In period ink verso, Oklahoma Bill, Cow Boy Cornetist. Photographer J. D. Maxwell New York. Photograph is in very fine condition with good contrast.

72396

IMPRESSIVE PLATINUM PRINT OF WILD WEST SHOW INDIANS. Richly detailed platinum image of two warriors from Buffalo Bill's Wild West Show as they stand behind the scenes, ready for their entrance. They wear breech cloths, feathered leggings, beaded moccasins, and hold beaded/leather-bound war staffs; one also holds a war shield with feathers attached. Waiting for their cue, the performers stand at the back of the show area behind large fabric screens. In the background, several individuals can be seen peeking through holes in the screens to watch the show. Image measures 9½" x 7¾" and is affixed to a larger mat board measuring 12" x 10". Photograph by H.M. Smith of Chicago, signed by Smith at lower right corner of backing board. Moderate damage to upper right edge of backing board, but otherwise in wonderful condition. An exceptional image suitable for matting and framing. From The Chris Kortlander Collection

72397

EXCEPTIONALLY DETAILED BUST IMAGE OF WILLIAM F. CODY. London photographer C. Vandyk captures Buffalo Bill's countenance in amazing detail, circa 1887. The Wild West Show enjoyed enormous success in its participation in England's 1887 Colonial and India Exposition. Twice-a-day shows hosted crowds upwards of 30,000 for months, and were attended by European heads of state and royalty alike. Queen Victoria, who hadn't made a public appearance in the 25 years since her husband's death, attended several performances. This 4" x 5½" bust photo shows Cody in ¾ profile, wearing his beaded and fringed buckskin jacket, an embroidered satin shirt, and a wide-brimmed tan hat. Affixed to Vandyk's slightly larger mount, which indicates on verso that this image is No. 1060 D. Every line and shadow is precisely detailed; photo is not only sharp but amazingly clean, fresh, and seemingly brand new. You've never seen one this pretty! From The Chris Kortlander Collection

72398

RARE GROUP SHOT OF BUFFALO BILL'S WILD WEST SHOW IN ITALY. In 1890, Buffalo Bill took his show to Italy, where they were an astounding success. After several days in Rome, where Pope Leo XIII singled out the performers with a special blessing, the troupe then traveled to Bologna where the crowds were even larger and more impressed by the rousing western extravaganza. This impressive image, taken while the show was in Rome, features Buffalo Bill and the Indian contingent of the show in full costume, in striking detail. Buffalo Bill and his performers stand in front of several teepees and show tents, with American flags flying in the breeze. Image measures approximately 6¼" x 4½", and save for a few tiny chips at the lower right corner, is in exceptional condition. Affixed to a 10¼" x 7" photographer's mount which reads: "Buffalo Bill's Wild West" at upper left, and "Royale Photographie, Vuillemenot Montabone 188 Via Nazionale - Roma (Italia)" at lower left. Mount shows some age toning along the right border, but it does not detract from this extremely impressive photograph. From The Chris Kortlander Collection

72399

WILD WEST FEMALE PERFORMER MAY MACKEY 1890sThis great photograph of Wild West performer May Mackey. She is wearing a Wild West outfit with lots of fringe, a Winchester on shoulder. Identification on verso in pen. "This belongs to May Henderson, Aunt Mary Mackey (Lone Star May) Texas". Written on front of Cabinet card in ink: "Aunt May Mackey". Very good condition, some foxing. 4.25"x 6.5"

72400

WILD WEST FEMALE PERFORMER MAY MACKEY 1890-1900. This photograph of two Wild West performers May Mackey and unidentified Wild West male (cowboy) performer are on horses in front of two teepees. Appears to be at a Wild West Show venue. Both performers have Wild West gear: guns, lassoes, and gauntlets and cowboy hats. Identification on verso in pen: "Aunt Mary and one of her cow punchers, May Mackey, Lone Star May". Written on front of Cabinet card in ink: "May Mackey". Photograph is in very good condition. 7"x 5".

72401

BUFFALO BILL "LOOKING FOR GAME". Taken at Cody's TE Ranch, circa 1902. Cody purchased the ranch in 1895 and immediately began expanding the land holdings. The late 1890s were relatively prosperous for the Wild West Show, and Cody used some of the profits to accumulate additional land - eventually acquiring some 8,000 acres and running more than a thousand head of cattle. He also operated a dude ranch, sponsored pack horse camping trips, and ran a big game hunting business at the ranch. Perhaps this image was taken during one of his big game hunts; the great showman is captured as he scans the horizon for game. Cody stands in a pasture area holding his rifle at the ready (with his spectacles in his left hand). This unusual 2¾" x 4¼" sepia image was probably taken in late winter, as there are small patches of snow on the ground at Cody's feet and the trees in the background are barren of leaves. Mounted on black matte board with the following penciled on verso in two distinct, unidentified hands: "Col. W.F. Cody ('Buffalo Bill') at the TE Ranch, WY. Looking for Game. C.S. Slobie - 1902." Photo and backing card are in exceptional condition, being clean, unblemished and sharp. Very desirable! From The Chris Kortlander Collection

72402

BUFFALO BILL'S WILD WEST SHOW AT LAND'S END. Nine Indians from Buffalo Bill's Wild West Show are seen in this 3" x 4" black and white image, standing on the rocky shore of Land's End, England, May 29, 1904. Taken by an unidentified photographer during the show's 1904 European tour, the image features Indian performers in full costume, with sailboats in the background. Affixed to a 5½" x 6½" olive green matte board, this is a very attractive item, in exceptional condition. Fresh, sharp and clean! From The Chris Kortlander Collection

72403

"THE ONLY NORTH AMERICAN RED INDIANS EVER AT LANDS END, ENGLAND". Immaculate photo of a group of Indians from Buffalo Bill's Wild West Show, measuring 4¾" x 3½". Eleven fully costumed Indians (one dressed as a scout, the others wearing feathered headdresses) stand on rocks at Land's End, England. Exceptional photo with gilt-lettered legend on dark green mat board: "The only North American Red Indians ever at Lands End, England. Selected from Buffalo Bill's Wild West and Photographed, Sunday, May 29th, 1904." In extremely fine condition. From The Chris Kortlander Collection

72404

BUFFALO BILL SCANS THE HORIZON. Large (6½" x 9½") sepia-toned photo of Buffalo Bill Cody standing in the saddle, one hand raised to block the sun and scan the horizon. Apparently taken during a skit from the Wild West Show, this image has been altered to remove part of the background, with everything above the fence line having been whited out by an unknown photographer. Cody wears his familiar embroidered shirt and thigh-high boots, and holds a rifle in one hand. Chips and creases at edges, else in very good condition. From The Chris Kortlander Collection

72405

BUFFALO BILL ON HORSEBACK BY UNKNOWN PHOTOGRAPHER. This 7½" x 5½" image of Cody riding a black horse with white socks was most likely taken during a Wild West Show performance, as Cody wears his show outfit - thigh-high riding boots, fringed and beaded buckskin jacket, etc. As he rides, Cody reaches for the gun at his right hip. Background of image has been removed in the photo studio, and shows minor touch-ups at saddle, reins, horse's chest and flanks, with a completely redrawn tail. Great association piece in fine condition. From The Chris Kortlander Collection

72406

BUFFALO BILL AND STEED. Wonderful photograph of William F. Cody atop his stunning mount, as he prepares to enter the show ring. Seen here in his Wild West Show costume of thigh-high riding boots and fringed and embroidered buckskin jacket, Cody and his silver-bedecked horse await their cue. Tall fabric screens make up the background in this 4" x 5" sepia image. In exceptional condition, this would be a fine association piece for any Buffalo Bill collection. From The Chris Kortlander Collection

72407

INDIAN PERFORMERS AT WILD WEST SHOW. Captured on film seconds before entering the show ring, a group of eight to ten Indian performers on horseback wait for their cue. Two tall brick smokestacks and several tents with flags waving in the breeze can be seen in the background. Image measures 5" x 4", and is pristine! From The Chris Kortlander Collection

72408

WILLIAM F. CODY BEHIND THE SCENES AT THE WILD WEST SHOW. Perched atop his black steed, Cody awaits his cue to enter the big ring and begin his performance. Covered wagon and guest tents can be seen in the background. Image measures 5" x 4" and is in exceptional condition. Great Cody association image! From The Chris Kortlander Collection

72409

CHIEF IRON TAIL AT THE WILD WEST SHOW. One of the faces used to model the Indian head nickel, Chief Iron Tail sits on his white steed and waits for his turn in the show ring. He wears a magnificent feathered war bonnet and holds a feathered pike. This 4" x 5" sepia image is in extremely fine condition. From The Chris Kortlander Collection

72410

WILD WEST SHOW ACTION SHOT. Unknown Wild West Show performer holds aloft a coiled rope as his horse rears up on his hind feet. A large tent stands in the background, while another performer watches the action. Sepia photo measures 4" x 5" and is in excellent condition. Perfect association piece for any Western Americana collection. From The Chris Kortlander Collection

72411

DRAMATIC WILD WEST SHOW IMAGE. As he waits his turn in the show ring, this cowboy puts his performing horse through its paces; seen here rearing on hind legs. The unidentified performer holds a coiled rope in his right hand. In the background are performers' tents and further back, a large building with several smokestacks. Perched in the upper window of the building, we can see a non-paying viewer of Cody's famed Wild West Show stealing a peek at the goings-on. Image measures 4" x 5" and is in exceptional condition. From The Chris Kortlander Collection

72412

WILD WEST SHOW VAQUERO. Buffalo Bill's Wild West Show featured performers and horsemen from all corners of the world. In this 5" x 4" sepia image, a Mexican vaquero waits on horseback for his cue to enter the show ring. Performer wears fringed chaps, an embroidered jacket, and a large wide-brimmed hat. Excellent image in superb condition. From The Chris Kortlander Collection

72413

WILD WEST SHOW PERFORMERS MUG FOR THE CAMERA. In a light moment backstage, two Wild West Show performers pass the time goofing off. One mud-spattered man tries to defend himself as another grabs him and points his rifle at the man; a few feet away, another performer on horseback chuckles at their antics. In the background we can see the main show ring. This 5" x 4" sepia image is in excellent condition. From The Chris Kortlander Collection

72414

PANCHO VILLA RIDES AGAIN! One of Buffalo Bill's band of performers, this ersatz Pancho Villa poses for the camera atop his horse. He raises a coiled rope in one hand and stands in the saddle with a big smile on his face. In the background we can see a covered wagon, tall fabric screens that block the backstage area from the audience, and several flags waving atop the show tents. Measures 5" x 4" and very fine. From The Chris Kortlander Collection

72415

BACKSTAGE WITH WILD WEST SHOW PERFORMERS. Although Buffalo Bill's Wild West Show employed several female riders, they are rarely seen in photographs. This one is an exception: the 5" x 4" image depicts the performer who portrays Pancho Villa on horseback, next to two unidentified female riders in Western garb, all waiting for their cue to enter the arena. They pose near a covered wagon, behind large fabric screens that block them from the audience's view. Excellent condition. From The Chris Kortlander Collection

72416

WILD WEST SHOW INDIAN WAR PARTY. Photographed as their portion of the show ends, this small group of Indian performers returns to the backstage area, spattered in mud. Behind them, we can see the audience filling the stands, clearly enjoying the exciting show. Sepia image measures 4" x 5" and is in exceptional condition. From The Chris Kortlander Collection

72417

WILD WEST SHOW STAGECOACH SCENE. One of the highlights of the Wild West Show was the skit in which a group of warring Indians attacks a stagecoach. Seen here, the surviving stagecoach occupants and accompanying horsemen and -women leave the arena and return backstage. In the background, we see the audience in the stands, and lanterns on poles used for evening performances. Image is 5" x 4" and in excellent condition. From The Chris Kortlander Collection

72418

MEXICAN PERFORMERS AT THE WILD WEST SHOW. Group of four Mexican cowboys, or vaqueros, sit on their mounts, waiting for their cue to enter the show ring. Each wears an embroidered jacket and large sombrero-type hat. Behind them, tall fabric screens hide the backstage area from the audience, and in the distance we see tent roofs with many flags. In superb condition. From The Chris Kortlander Collection

72419

BACKSTAGE WITH THE WILD WEST SHOW. Pristine 5" x 4" sepia image of Indian performers, backstage at Buffalo Bill's Wild West Show. Three unknown performers, wearing war paint and breech cloths, wait behind tall fabric screens for their moment in front of the audience. Horses and a covered wagon can be seen in the background, as well as the top of a large tent. In excellent condition. From The Chris Kortlander Collection

72420

LOT OF FIVE BUFFALO BILL CODY IMAGES - ca.1890-1915. This lot is highlighted by a 10"x 8" image of Buffalo Bill in costume dress standing by two Army troopers. Also featured is a smaller image measuring 3.5"x 4.75" of Cody mounted on a horse with a parade saddle. A Brisbois cabinet card with facsimile signature, a small souvenir card, and an image of Cody and his wife measuring 5"x 6.75" overall round out this lot. Most of the images are in good condition with minor damage, and the process is the silver-nitrate type on the later cards. A good lot for the Buffalo Bill collector.

72421

LOT OF SIX FAMILY PHOTOGRAPHS W. F. CODY (BUFFALO BILL) 1915-1916 North Platte, Nebraska. Scarce candid "Buffalo Bill" Family Photos (Goodman's) Sister, Brother & his nieces. Original Kodak type prints. 3.5" x6", Very Fine Condition.

72422

WILLIAM F. CODY CABINET CARD WITH SIGNED 101 RANCH CHECK. 1890-1916 W. F. Cody (Buffalo Bill) in 1916, the year before his death, had appeared with the Miller Brothers, 101 Ranch Wild West Shows.
Very nice Brisbois cabinet card photograph of Col. W. F. Cody "Buffalo Bill" with 101 Ranch Real Wild West Show, autographed signed check "W. F. Cody." Nov. 9th, 191-. Received from 101 Ranch Real Wild West Show, Inc. One hundred dollars on account, W. F. Cody. Photograph is in very fine condition; Check is soiled and has a lifted paper.

Western Expansion

72423

LOT OF WILLIAM F. CODY, "BUFFALO BILL" CORRESPONDENCE FOUR AUTOGRAPHS. 1900s. This is very historical correspondence between, W. A. Woods (Architect) & William F. Cody "Buffalo Bill" on building/add on to the IRMA Hotel in Cody, Wyoming. This lot consists of four Autographs "W. F. Cody" letters to Woods, two on his letterhead, one from Hoffman House in New York, and from North Western Hotel, Liverpool. This lot also includes, Telegrams from Cody, to W. A. Woods, two Buffalo Bill envelopes, Jno. H. Martin Rep. for W. F. Cody, two Autograph letters from L. E. Decker, Secretary for Cody, and a Who's Who about Decker in this Lot. Also the blue print for the Irma Hotel. This is a very historical and original correspondence about this event. Overall fine condition.

72424

Buffalo Bill Cody Signed Personal Card

One of the most famous figures ever to come out of the Old West, William F. 'Buffalo Bill' Cody was a legend. This personal card gives one an indication of his star status, even as he was alive and performing in his Wild West Show. Simply printed on the front, 'Hon. W. F. Cody - Nebraska', the back is signed dramatically 'True to friend & foe, W. F. Cody, Buffalo Bill, 1887' in Cody's hand. This was the year that Cody first took his Wild West Show overseas to London. The card is a fascinating memento from one of America's greatest Western icons.

72425

AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED BY WILLIAM "BUFFALO BILL" CODY ON HIS LETTERHEAD. Brilliant, bold handwritten letter from Cody to his ranch foreman Bill Goodfellow, August 22, 1914. This one-page, two-sided letter is written on Cody's handsome letterhead, which features a bust image of Cody in show attire with a printed paragraph about Cody and his Historical Pictures Company. Discussing the operation of Cody's 'E' Ranch in Wyoming, it reads in part: "Dear Billy ... If Dugan don't force us to sell, I feel sure its at our sixty days prices on horses and mules will be big... talk to him. If he says he won't force a sale, then hold for bigger prices. Now sell enough oats to pay your help and for supplies. When do you think our cattle will be in the best condition to ship?" Cody goes on to discuss more personal matters, reminding Billy that he's supposed to be on the wagon and warning him not to "listen to liars." Double matted in handsome sepia and brown tones and accompanied by the original envelope which features an eye-catching color image from the Sells-Floto circus. Custom framed to 14" x 22¼", and revealing both sides of the letter. Cody's very bold, very distinctive handwriting adds extra drama to this already dramatic item. From The Chris Kortlander Collection

72426

INTERESTING TYPED LETTER SIGNED BY BUFFALO BILL CODY. Buffalo Bill complains bitterly to J. T. MacCaddon, manager of the Barnum & Bailey Circus, with whom The Wild West Show had been touring. One-page letter reads in part: "Another circumstance to show how I am ignored to the detriment of our company. Mr. Evans charges the Traders at Pine Ridge Five Per Cent for collecting the money due them, for costumes bought by the Indians... After twenty-four years, if we were going to hold back Five per cent for collecting money for them, we should have told them. These Traders for all these years, have been friends of Buffalo Bill's Wild West, and helped the Company to get Indians, and each year have saved the company hundreds of dollars...it will be hard for any Show who makes an enemy of these Traders, to get an Indian... the Trader would say I was a party to this dirty transaction... It is nothing more than a dishonorable transaction, and I will not be a party to it." Dated October 11, 1907, this one-page letter attests to the difficulties Cody was having while partnered with Barnum & Bailey's traveling shows; the following year, Cody left Barnum & Bailey to join William Lillie (Pawnee Bill) in the Buffalo Bill's Wild West and Pawnee Bill's Far East Show. Magnificently matted and framed with two exceptional photos of Cody; overall size 25" x 34". Letter and images are in fine condition. From The Chris Kortlander Collection

72427

INTERESTING AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED BY BUFFALO BILL CODY. One-page letter on Sells-Floto Circus letterhead, penned while on the road with the Wild West Show to his ranch foreman in Wyoming. Cody has learned of possible trouble on the ranch, and writes to foreman Billy Goodfellow with his concerns. In part, "Have just heard that Guss & Johnny Thompson are going to run cattle with ours. I am anxious to hear what you think of it. Johnny Thompson...filled Blum plumb full about you. I think John thought if he could create a feeling against you he could get your place. I wrote Blum if he listened to all the knockers in Big Horn Basin, he would be kept busy... I am going to see that they don't deal you grief." Letter is handsomely matted, together with Cody's holograph transmittal envelope bearing a small half-tone bust likeness of Cody at upper left, with a printed return address for Cody's Historical Pictures Co. Archivally matted and framed to an overall size of 15½" x 23½" and in very fine condition. From The Chris Kortlander Collection

Photography

72428

THREE QUARTER - PLUS PLATE TIN TYPE OF STEAM LOCOMOTIVE 1870s. Very nice image of locomotive with coal tender sitting on tracks in yard. Appears to be an oilman (has tinted overalls), engineer sitting in locomotive and a bunch of men in suits standing around. 7"x 5". Very good condition has scratches and minor bends. Very nice contrast.

72429

N.P.R.R. "GOLD SPIKE" EXCURSION - OPENING OF THE NORTHERN PACIFIC RAILROAD - IMPERIAL CARD - ca.1883. A stunning railroad view for the advanced collector of a large engine adorned with American flags, flowers, and a commemorative plaque celebrating the opening of the Northern Pacific Railroad in 1883. The "Gold Spike" Excursion title denotes the solid gold spike that was often used to commemorate the completion and activation of a large railroad line; the plaque reads, "N.P.R.R. - St. Paul, Minnesota to Portland, Oregon". This image has superior contrast and tone. It is front-marked, "Haynes Photo Fargo" which denotes F. J. Haynes, the official N.P.R.R. photographer who had a studio in Fargo at this time. Haynes produced many stereoviews throughout Dakota and along the rail line, however large format images such as this are rare. The image measures 10"x 7".

72430

LARGE ½ PLATE TINTYPE OF WESTERN SCENE - ca. 1860-80. This small town's residents must have been proud of this large, well-formed brick building, which serves as the impressive backdrop in this clear early tintype. The image has men and women of all ages, and is a good example of the Western architecture of this period. The tintype is very large, measuring 5"x 7", and is in superior condition. The edges have discoloration, which is a result of the original developing process and not due to fading or wear. The contrast is very good and the smaller details of the dress can be observed. An unusually large original tintype of a Western town scene.

72431

LOT OF NINE HOMESTEAD IMAGES - ca.1880-90. This lot features pioneer and homestead images from North and South Dakota, Nebraska, Utah and the Plains. Pictured are the early homes, from sod houses built of dirt and logs to the later wood frame structures. A Utah image shows a man with six wives; an unmarked but very crisp image shows two women and several children outside a shoddy frontier cabin. A great lot for the study of frontier construction methods.

72432

COMPELLING SCENIC VIEW OF LOG-AND-MUD SETTLER'S HOUSE. Terrific oversized image of a settler's home and dooryard, featuring a covered buckboard, buggy, several stately trees, and two small outbuildings that appear to be meat drying or food storage cellars. The 14" x 6" sepia image was cut from a larger photograph, and evokes a tranquil and idyllic mood. Several moderate creases at left edge and small sections of paper loss at lower left and upper right corners do not significantly detract from this handsome scenic view.

72433

1/6th PLATE TINTYPE OF THREE HUNTERS WITH SHOTGUNS AND PISTOL - ca.1865-1890. This is a nice tintype of three men with unusual fringed straw hats, shotguns, and a small frame Smith and Wesson pistol. The men also are wearing boots, and have hunting bags. The contrast and tonality of this photograph is excellent, and it measures over 2.5"x 3.5" overall. A great early image of American hunters.

72434

MEN WITH WINCHESTER RIFLES - SLEEVED 1/6TH PLATE TINTYPE - ca.1880. This is a fine 1/6th plate tintype featuring two men armed with Model 1873 Winchester rifles. The men have hats and working clothes, they are proudly displaying the guns. The tonality of this photograph is very good, the tintype is cut very low to the men's heads, but this is the original mount and paper sleeve. A fine portrait for enthusiasts of the Winchester rifle.

72435

DOUGLASS CABINET PORTRAIT OF YOUNG MAN WITH GUNS. Full-length studio image of a young man proudly showing off his shotgun and pistol. Although generally known as a partner in Hickox and Douglass from Waverly, Iowa, this image is affixed to Douglass' own photographer's mount, from Manson, Iowa. Minor soiling, slight damage to upper left corner of mount.

72436

NATIVE AMERICAN INDIAN WORKING COWBOYS - 1/6TH PLATE TINTYPE - ca.1875-85. A rare image of three Native American men in working cowboy gear pose for the photographer with pride in this tintype. Images of Native American cowboys of this type are unusual as most feature traditional or transitional dress; these men have no indications as to their background other than the sun-weathered faces that cannot be hidden behind wide-brim hats, bandanas, cotton pants and leather boots from the general store. The image measures approximately 2.5"x 3.5" and has a darker tone, with good clarity and contrast.

72437

LOT OF FIVE NATIVE AMERICAN INDIAN WOMEN AND CHILDREN PORTRAITS - 1/6TH PLATE TINTYPES - ca. 1860-85. A study of transitional dress is the focus of this lot of (5) tintypes. The lot is highlighted by an image of two women wearing Christian crosses that have been painted in gold by the photographer. The images portray a single young woman, two children, a young child, and a girl about age nine in a close portrait. The images are in good to fair condition, with minor emulsion loss, scratches and bends. The image of the older women has excellent sharpness and tone with good contrast.

72438

LOT OF THREE WESTERN COWBOY IMAGES - 1/6TH PLATE TINTYPES - ca. 1875-85. A Native American cowboy image highlights this lot, which includes a very crisp image of two young cowboys, and an early town scene. The image of the Native American, which was sold with the notation, "Black Indian", has significant scratching and surface wear. The street scene records a building from a long distance and several men on the porch. The image of two cowboys is very sharp and mounted in a pink paper sleeve, both men wear high boots and one has a slouch hat turned upward. A nice lot of three Western tintypes.

72439

LOT OF THREE NATIVE AMERICAN INDIAN MEN PORTRAITS - 1/6TH PLATE TINTYPES - ca. 1875-85. A proud Nez Perce Indian with beadwork highlights this lot of images. He has a large robe of some type over his shoulder, which also has a beaded and fringed item behind it. Despite the scratching to the lower part of the image, the face and hair remain very sharp and clear. The second image of a proud Native American and young child also has a sharp view of the face, however there is a scratch below his nose. The third image depicts a man in transitional clothes seated in a chair; the image has some surface wear. The images are all in fair condition with exceptional and rare subject matter.

72440

LOT OF SIX AFRICAN-AMERICAN IMAGES - 1/6TH PLATE TINTYPES - ca.1860-1900. A nice set of five African-American tintypes and one cabinet card. This set features a young man wearing boots with a gilded watch chain, three tintypes of well-dressed women, and a cabinet card of a woman smoking by a barbed wire fence. A nice related lot of African-American photography.

72441

CLARK FOSS "FASTEST STAGE DRIVER IN THE WORLD" - CARTE DE VISITE - circa 1865-77. This is a rare image of Clark Foss, a stage driver who ran the route from Healdsburg, California to the California geysers and the Geysers Resort hotel located there. The image is considered a Carte de Visite and measures about 2.75"x 4.5". The card is sleeved with a back-mark of Bradley and Rulofson of Montgomery Street, San Francisco, California who started in 1863 and lasted until 1877. The image and card are in excellent condition with great contrast.

Clark Foss also founded Fossvillle California in about 1865 to serve as a way station between Healdsburg and the tourist attraction that had gained worldwide fame, a town presently known as Geyserville. Foss is often called the "most famous Stage Driver in the World" because of the reporting of several journalists who took the journey. Foss often rode his team so fast that passengers became afraid and, around 1880, he was in a terrible crash that took a young woman's life. Foss continued to drive after his own injuries healed, but never as recklessly or as fast. Foss was a friend to many celebrities and is considered by many historians to be one of the most daring Stage Drivers of the West.

Mautz, Carl. Biographies of Western Photographer's, (Nevada City, California: Carl Mautz Publishing, 1997).

Special thanks to: Mr. Thomas Joad, and the City of Healdsburg for this information.

72442

THREE WELLS FARGO & COMPANY & OVERLAND MAIL STAGECOACHES ca. 1870s
All aboard for Virginia City and Overland Mail. This beautiful Central Pacific Railroad Stereo card is a fantastic image. This photograph has three Concord Stagecoaches & a (CPRR) Central Pacific Railroad locomotive on the summit of Donner Pass area. Signage on Stagecoaches "Wells Fargo & Company". Photographer Alfred A. Hart, Sacramento California. 7"x 3.5". Very Fine condition with crisp contrast.

72443

OVERSIZED CABINET OF BUTTE MEADOWS STAGECOACH ca 1893. In the 1860s, a hotel and stagecoach stop known as the Old Station was built in Butte Valley, California. The Butte Meadows stage used the Old Station as its home base. This 6.75" x 4.75" image documents the trip of one group of travelers as they make their way through the valleys and canyons of Northern California. Photographed by Lucien Sprague of Chico, and affixed to Sprague's attractive mount which measures 8.75" x 6.75". Minor wear to edges and corners with a pinhole and faint water spot at upper center of mount. Image is very fine and would make a terrific addition to any Western Americana collection.

72444

J.H. CROCKWELL IMPERIAL CABINET OF PIONEER STAGE LINE COACH, 1888. Interesting large-format photograph of a very crowded Pioneer Stage Line coach as it picks up and delivers passengers at its Virginia City, Nevada stop in an early winter setting. What appears to be a hotel can be seen in the background, as a woman and her dog keep watch on the front porch. Crockwell operated a Virginia City studio for just one year, closing it down abruptly after his daughter was killed in a studio fire in 1888. Image measures 9.25" x 7.25" and is affixed to Crockwell's photo mount (10" x 8") which is heavily damaged at corners with torn pinholes. Photo shows moderate foxing, soiling and a few prominent water stains at edges.

72445

FABULOUS PHOTO OF THE DEADWOOD COACH, Copyright by Crabhill, 1889. This 10" x 8" image depicts the Deadwood Stage, loaded with identified passenger and being pulled by three brace of horses in an outdoor setting background by the rugged Dakota Territorial mountains. Great content with eight passengers, a driver, fully harnessed horses with blinders, loaded trunks on coach, etc. This photo was taken on January 28, 1889 when the stage was en route from Deadwood to Whitewood. Outside the coach are pictured; C.H. Blanchard of the Lincoln Journal, J.F. Knapp - Omaha Bee, H.J. Lippincott of the Lincoln Journal and W. H. Bonham - Deadwood Daily Pioneer along with the driver. Inside the stage Jos. B. Moore, Attorney from Lead City and three cowboys. This wonderful albumen print is framed in period 22" x 20" gold frame embellished with floral and vine motifs. A piece of history almost comes to life when viewing the clarity and feeling this image portrays.

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72446

TILLINGHAST & MAJORS STAGE AND EXPRESS LINE 1878 Shasta, (California). Very scarce Stagecoach letterhead from a very elusive area. Jno. N. Majors & Allen Tillinghast operated this Stage and Express Line from Reading (Redding) to Yreka and intermediate points. Has fantastic vignette of Stagecoach with six horses. Gist of letter: this Stagecoach Company was in debt, man in Weaverville, California, wants his money.. Government has not paid the Express Company for their contract, Majors said he will pay.. Etc. Signed by J. N. Majors. 8"x 10". Very Fine Condition, normal paper folds.

Four unused passes for the California, Oregon, & Idaho Stage Company & the Boise, Napa, Owyhee Railroad. (Idaho) 11"x 2.25". Unused condition has paper scrape on one ticket.

Photography

72447

NICHOLS & PIPER EARLY HARDWARE STORE - CABINET CARD - ca.1890. This is a nice un-marked image of an early hardware store. The store has some great early advertising including, "Cedar Rapids Pumps" and "Davis Sewing Machines". The women are dressed in the latest fashions and can be seen to the right of the front door. The gold-rimmed cabinet card measures 6.5"x 4.25" and has good tonality, the contrast is slightly faded. A nice image of an early General or Hardware Store.

72448

EARLY CALIFORNIA SHOPKEEPERS. Handsome sepia 10" x 8½" image of the interior of a tack and harness shop in Kelseyville, CA, near Clear Lake. Shop owner and customer stand in doorway, surrounded by beautiful harnesses, tack, and blankets. A few chips to upper and lower edges of image; the usual rubbing of edges and corners of backing mount.

72449

EARLY CALIFORNIA SHOPKEEPERS. Sharp 10" x 8½" image of the interior of Bullard's General Store in Dobbins, CA, near the historic Gold Rush town of Grass Valley. Five men and a young Indian boy stand amid shelves of supplies, ready to provision gold miners working in the area. A few small scratches at lower right corner of image; creases and rubbing to edges and corners of photographer's mount.

72450

SHAW PHOTO OF MOET & CHANDON CHAMPAGNE DELIVERY ca 1913-1915. The town of Tonopah, Nevada grew up around the site at which Jim Butler discovered silver ore in 1900. By 1907, Tonopah had become a regular city, with modern hotels, electric and water companies, five banks, schools and hundreds of other buildings. In 1913, the Tonopah Club opened its doors, and here we see a delivery man dropping off a huge shipment of champagne to the drinking and gambling establishment. Image measures 8.5" x 6.5" and is in very fine condition, save for the penciled notation just below the Tonopah Club's window. Affixed to the 12" x 10" mount of the "Florentine Art Studio, Herbert T. Shaw, Photographer. Tonopah, Nev." A terrific photo from the Nevada silver boom.

72451

OCCIDENTAL SALOON - RENO, NEVADA - BOUDOIR CARD - ca. 1885-95. This is a great image of a saloon interior that has a period ink identification written on the back, "E.R. Wayland - Clerk - Occidental - Reno, Na." The image shows the bar's decorations, spittoons, stove, and liquor bottles. The bartender is behind the bar with a waiter and another man standing in front, there are two women to the rear of the bar and one may be wearing an apron, which suggests that she is not a "dance hall" girl. The boudoir card measures 8.5"x 5.25". The tone and contrast are good, with some spotting in the middle to the bottom. There is a break in the card to the top right that has been secured with thin cardboard pasted on to the back. Overall this is a great Saloon or Nevada image with a nice look.

72452

SALOON INTERIOR - PIERRE, SOUTH DAKOTA - IMPERIAL CARD - circa 1890. A great deal of advertising and decoration adorn the interior of this saloon, which is credited in pencil on the reverse as, "Pierre, S.D." A large stuffed goose resides above the bar, which is mirrored and lined with whiskey bottles. The image has great contrast and clarity. A great saloon image.

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72453

WILD WEST SALOON GREAT SIGNAGE 1890s Great saloon photograph of unknown Western town. A couple of cowboys with two townspeople and barkeep posing in the saloon. This image has many advertising signs, from Milwaukee Brewing, Schlitz, Blatz, and Budweiser, and there are cigar boxes on shelf. Also in the mirror on the opposite wall you can see the bottom of Custer's Last Stand advertising poster. Lots of signage posted in saloon. 6" x 4.25". Very fine condition.

Photography

72454

INTERESTING INTERIOR VIEW OF EARLY 1900s SALOON. Two employees and three customers pose in this 9.75" x 8.75" sepia image of Einbeck's (or possibly Steinbeck's) Saloon, location and photographer unknown. Clearly an upper-class establishment, a wealthy patron in silk top hat stands at the counter awaiting his libation. Significant age toning, chips and wear to backing card edges and corners.

72455

CLEAN AND SHARP INTERIOR VIEW OF TURN-OF-THE-CENTURY SALOON. Beautiful 7.5" x 4.5" shot of an unidentified saloon, with barkeeper and one patron posing at far end of bar. Magnificent bar back! Excellent image perfect for framing, affixed to a 10" x 8" mount; photographer unknown. Circa 1890-1910. Pristine.

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72456

INTERESTING REPORT "ON THE POST CANTEEN SALOON" AT FORT WHIPPLE, ARIZONA TERRITORY. Soldiers and officers alike would surely have been unhappy to read Lt. C.E. Dentler's lengthy report concerning the operation and use of the post canteen saloon at Fort Whipple. He assures his superiors that, while the mere presence of a saloon at Fort Whipple is an invitation for men to do evil, it need not be closed. Rather, he recommends that civilians not be allowed to work in the saloon. Penned on 16 sheets of legal-sized paper and bound with metal brads at top, the report includes findings by the Fort commission, Stamps and typed notations on verso of final page, which shows moderate wear; interior pages are fine.

Photography

72457

EUREKA, SOUTH DAKOTA "GAMBLERS" - IMPERIAL CARD - ca.1890-1900. The group of working men who pose in this studio portrait seem serious and intent on winning the poker game that has been posed by the photographer. It appears as if there really could have been a few hands played while in the studio waiting, as coins and money are on the table. This image is mounted on an impressed grey card measuring 10" x 8" and the imprint is "Fallman - Eureka, S. D.", who is listed as working there in 1890.

Mautz, Carl. Biographies of Western Photographer's, (Nevada City, California: Carl Mautz Publishing, 1997).

72458

DAKOTA TERRITORY PORTRAIT OF A MINER OR WORKING MAN - CARTE DE VISITE - ca. 1875. A nice, crisp original image of a rough miner or Westerner in working man's clothes, who undoubtedly came with the wave of fortune seekers to the Black Hills of South Dakota. The photographer's imprint is stamped on the reverse, "L.D. Judkins of Bismark, Dakota - (Territory)". The image has very fine tonality and superior contrast, with the face and eyes of the subject in very sharp focus. A fine Dakota miner of the early period 1870-75.

72459

EXTREMELY RARE IMAGE OF GUTHRIE, OKLAHOMA TERRITORY FOUR WEEKS AFTER THE OKLAHOMA LAND RUSH. On April 22, 1889, the federal government opened up portions of Oklahoma territory to allow settlers to stake a land claim. Tens of thousands gathered along the Texas and Kansas borders, and at noon, when the bugle call rang out, the rush was on. The town of Guthrie appeared in one afternoon. This boudoir-sized image, taken on May 14 of that year, shows the progress made in Guthrie, with numerous finished buildings and several still under construction. Large crowds of white men and Indians stand in the street, proudly posing in their brand new city. In excellent condition. Very desirable!

72460

TWO OKLAHOMA LAND RUSH IMAGES: "THE START" BY A.A. FORBES. The Oklahoma land rush of 1889 was as much a celebration as it was an attempt to settle the region, considered some of the best unoccupied public land in the country. The rush started at high noon on April 22, 1889 with an estimated 50,000 people lined up for their piece of the available two million acres, and countless thousands more looking on. Here we have two nearly identical images by A.A. Forbes, each taken as the land rush began and the first of the 50,000 set off to stake their claims. Images measure approximately 7.5" x 4" and are affixed to slightly larger mounts, one of which bears Forbes' ink stamp on verso. Although one image is less exposed than the other, both are in fine condition.

72461

GORGEOUS BOUDOIR CABINET OF TROOP D, 5TH U.S. CAVALRY AT OKLAHOMA LAND RUSH. Brought in to keep the "boomers" in line during the Oklahoma land grab of 1889, Troop D of the 5th U.S. Cavalry is seen here in formation, atop their horses with swords drawn. This albumen photo by an unknown photographer is in amazing condition - clean, sharp, and spotless. Measures 7.25" x 4.25" and affixed to an 8.5" x 5.25" black photographer's mount with gilded edges. Very desirable!

72462

GUTHRIE, OKLAHOMA LAND RUSH - BOUDOIR CARD - ca.1890. "Staking off lots at Guthrie, first day of Opening" is the caption of this W. S. Prettyman, Arkansas City, Kansas Boudoir card. The race is over and now the claims can be settled; the last frontier in the United States was gone, and the Native American Indians were forever relegated to the reservation. The card measures 9"x 6", so it is slightly oversize. The image has good tone and contrast.

72463

C.S.R. HAMILTON PHOTOGRAPHS - MA BELL CONQUERING THE WEST ca 1890-1895. Two outstanding Imperial cabinets (8.75" x 6.5") of the installation of long distance telephone lines across Montana by Bozeman photographer C.S.R. Hamilton. The first image shows the workers' tent camp, with a large banner sign that reads: "Rocky Mountain Bell Telephone Co. From Livingston to Missoula. Long Distance Telephone Connecting All Intermediate Points: Livingston, Bozeman, Townsend, Helena, Butte, Anaconda, Philipsburg and Deer Lodge." The second photo is a closer view of the telephone linesmen, posed with their wives and camp dogs on a small hillside. In the background, one man stands nonchalantly halfway up a telephone pole. Affixed to Hamilton's 12" x 10" mounts which show moderate age toning, foxing, chips/creases, and a few water stains. None of these defects affect the images, which are in fine condition.

72464

CARSON CITY, NEVADA MINE BOARDING HOUSE - LARGE FORMAT IMPERIAL CARD - ca. 1890. This is an impressive photograph measuring 14"x 11" overall of a Nevada mine boarding house and the miners who lived there. Scratched in the negative on the front is the notation - "Mine Boarding House - J.and.L.V Mg Co". The back is purple ink stamped, "From - Hawes Photographers - Carson City, Nevada - Negative". The card has some breaks around the outside edges, most of which run about 2" on the far right and bottom center left, however there is very little of the card missing. The image has good contrast but the shade obscures some of the faces as this was taken outdoors and most of the men wear hats. A great miner and Nevada-related Western photograph in a rare large format.

Western Expansion

72465

OVERLAND STAGE LINE, ATCHISON, KANSAS. BEN HOLLADAY. 1862 Atchison, Kansas, May 6th 1862. Rare letterhead from the "Office of The Overland Stage Line, Ben Holladay Proprietor" Carrying the Great through Mails from the "ATLANTIC TO THE PACIFIC STATES". "Friend, please hold in good care for me, all articles found in my room over the office, I have given my keys (private keys) to Mr. Howard of my trunk...Etc. I except Mr. Holladay in town tomorrow, when I shall either return or go to New York first. Yours truly J. S. Macdonough". In fine condition, with tears in creases, it has been repaired with white paper, hinges and archival tape.

Photography

72466

GROUP OF 29 CARTE DE VISITES PHOTOGRAPHS FROM KANSAS circa 1870's. This grouping of Kansas pioneers and settlers (mostly portraits) all have back stamps form Arkansas City, Kansas. 2.5"x 3.5". The lot is in very good to fine condition.

72467

TWO F.S. MITCHELL SCENIC VIEWS OF 1880s BELLEVILLE, NEVADA. Two large (approximately 9.75" x 7") images of the town of Belleville, founded in 1872 around milling operations dedicated to the Northern Belle Mine at Candelaria. Famed for its "Wild West" atmosphere, Belleville was a place where murders, drunken brawls, and practical jokes were commonplace. Image (a) is a distant view of the entire town looking toward the main street from the ore mill. Image (b) depicts a sixteen-mule team pulling four wagons with the ore mill at the left. Both images show minor foxing and age toning, slight to moderate sear and chipping at edges and corners of photographer's mounts. In good to fine condition.

72468

IMPRESSIVE LOCKE IMAGE OF THE HOMESTAKE GOLDMINE AT DEADWOOD. Taken circa 1885, this large 8.75" x 7" sepia image depicts the "Homestake Gold Mill, Lead City, S.D., on B. & M. R. R." in all its glory. Unusual camera angle captures a raised train trestle which leads to the "Homestake Hoisting Gold Mill." Some soiling around borders of Locke's imprinted photographer's mount with the usual wear and rubbing to mount corners. A very impressive and desirable image!

72469

DEADWOOD, SOUTH DAKOTA GOLD MINERS WORKING LONG TOM 1880-1890. Imperial size cabinet card of three gold miner's working very long (long tom). Looks to be a hydraulic operation. One man holding gold pan working their claim, other two men working the dirt. The Burlington Route photograph. Very good condition, some small spots someone colored in. 10" x 8".

72470

THREE HANDSOME W.H. JACKSON MINING PHOTOGRAPHS. While traveling throughout the West, Jackson recorded these images: (a) an exterior shot of the Gold Bug Mining Co. Office with a man on a buckboard led by two horses; (b) the interior of the Gold Bug building showing large pieces of machinery being watched over by a miner; (c) an exterior shot of the mine opening with men and equipment around it. It is not certain if this is the Gold Bug Mining Co. of California, Idaho, Nevada, or Oregon, however the background scenery seems to suggest a Nevada site. Each image measures 9.25" x 7" and is affixed to Jackson's slightly larger mount with gilt printing at lower left and gilt edging all around. A few scuffs and minor wear to corners of mounts, otherwise all are in fine condition.

72471

LOT OF NINE CANON CITY, COLORADO PRISON PHOTOGRAPHS 1880s. Canon City, Colorado Territorial Prison established 1871. This great lot of nine Cannon City prison photographs, depict the building's, interiors and prisoners working. #1: The penitentiary (bird's eye) view of prison; #2: The chapel and conservatory state penitentiary; #3: Work shop, Wardens office & Soda Springs walk; #4: Chapel and Library; #5: Warden's residence; #6: Dining hall state prison; #7: West cell house; #8: Soda Springs, Canon City; #9: Prisoners working outside. The first (8) photographs are very fine condition, the image with the prisoners is in good condition, but has a crease across middle and foxing.

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72472

"$100 REWARD" KEEPER OF TERRITORIAL PENITENTIARY, W. T. 1883. "$100 Reward! Will be paid for the capture and return of two convicts, who escaped from the Territorial Penitentiary, on the morning of Sunday, July 7th, 1883, or the sum of FIFTY DOLLARS for either of them..." Good condition, has damage, very fragile.

Photography

72473

LOT OF SIX WESTERN MINING AND EQUIPMENT VIEWS - IMPERIAL CARDS - ca. 1890-1900.
This is a great lot of five large format Imperial card mining views. The first image is a wonderful crisp view of several men on top of a large machine and smokestack, mounted on a black card measuring 12"x 10". The card has a period ink inscription on the reverse that states, "The Big Bonanza pocket mine in Sonora". Sonora is a state in Mexico just below Arizona. The image is very sharp and much detail can be seen.

The second image is actually a set of two unmarked cabinet cards that measure 11"x 8" of a deep stone mine with a pulley system above it. There are several men at the bottom and on the pulley cables.

The third is a rare image marked by T. N. Barnard of Buffalo, Wyoming. Written in the negative it states, "Mother Lode Mine, Arastra and Dum-(p)". The image shows a sluice and three miners at the end, with a small dog. The image is on a dark maroon card that measures 10"x 7".
The fourth image is of a small mining town in a large valley. The unmarked black card measures 9"x 11".

The fifth image is marked from O.C. Hinman of Silver City, N.M. - New Mexico views and measures 7"x 10" on a nice flower print card. The image is a washed out ravine that appears to be in a town behind some buildings, "1896" has been written below the front in pencil. All of the images are in good condition with strong contrast and some minor clips. A fine lot of mining views with an emphasis on equipment.

72474

OMAHA & GRANT SMELTERS - DENVER, COLORADO - LARGE FORMAT DOUBLE IMPERIAL CARD - ca.1890. A rare image of miners and the smelter rail yard in Denver together on a very large card measuring 9"x 12.5". The miner portrait is very imposing and displays a wide array of detail in the faces of the weary men. This image is a very desirable one for the collector of Colorado mining photography.

72475

LOT OF FOUR STEREOGRAPH CARDS - TWO HOUSEWORTH'S circa 1860-1890. There are two very nice "Houseworth" stereoviews in this lot. 1st image caption: "#795 Hydraulic Mining-Behind pipes (monitors)" dated 1865; 2nd image caption: "#614 Webster's station and sugar loaf mountain" dated 1866; 3rd Image caption: Period ink, "Dredger No.1 Feather River, Calif. 1898"; 4th Image caption: "Street in San Diego, California". All stereoscopic views measure. 7"x 3.5".The lot overall has nice contrast and some slight damage.

72476

44 ORIGINAL SEPIA PHOTOGRAPHS OF YELLOWSTONE PARK. 19th Century images by an unknown photographer, documenting various geysers and geologic formations found in and around Yellowstone Park. Most images measure 4½" x 7½" and are affixed to gilt-edged heavy cardboard; four larger images measure 9¼" x 7½" and are also affixed to a larger cardboard backing that measures 10" x 8". Each of these amazing scenes has been identified by the photographer by embossing words onto the glass plate images, which include depictions of Crystal Falls, Chimney Rock, Lone Star Geyser, Old Faithful, Liberty Cap and many more. Photographer occasionally uses backward lettering (the letters N, S, and C often appear reversed), some images have additional penciled notes on verso. In very good to fine condition. From The Chris Kortlander Collection

72477

FLYING DUTCHMAN GOLD MINE ARIZONA TERRITORY TWO STEREOGRAPH CARDS ca 1860-1870. This lot of two large format stereograph cards are very early mining scenes, these two unidentified miners have picks and shovels working the mountain shelves. One man appears to be looking at an ore sample. #1 card on verso period pencil "Flying Dutchman"; #2 card "Ira to the left, his pardner to the right gold digging. Brown Wing" 7"x 4". Very nice rich contrast, light wear at corners.

72478

LOT OF EIGHT WESTERN AND MINER PORTRAIT VIEWS - circa 1890-1910. This is a great lot featuring nine nice portraits of Western miners. The first and second images are group portraits mounted on black cards measuring 9"x 7" and 9.7"5x 7" respectively. The tone and contrast is light. The third image is a man by a furnace, and has a notation on the reverse in pencil, "Graceton, Pa. 1912". The image has some card damage that has been repaired and measures 7"x 9". The fourth photograph is an Imperial card with a faded image of an older man next to a railroad crossing. There is a notation on the reverse in pencil, "Chas Cumming - Depot Master".

The fifth image is a group portrait on miners with good contrast featuring a notation on the reverse in pencil and pen, "Quarry Men - Hayes Mill - leased from Hazzards". All of the men are also identified on the reverse, and the card measures 10.5"x 8.5" overall. The sixth image is a man in a ravine leaning on his shovel, mounted on an 8"x 10" Imperial card. There is a nice period ink notation on the reverse, "Bull Frog Mine - Dick Harding". The seventh image is a cabinet card marked from Alex Matim of Georgetown, Colorado. The image has five men with a small notation of their names written above each on the front of the photograph. The eighth image is a black mounted Imperial card of horse-drawn wagons measuring 10"x 8" overall with a notation on the reverse in pencil, "Leadville Mine Timbers". Overall this is a good lot of Western portrait and miner-related images.

72479

EIGHT SCENIC STEREOVIEWS OF WESTERN MINING TOWNS. This lot features a collection of eight stereoviews of Western mining towns, circa 1880-1890. All stereocards show some wear to edges and corners; item (a) has a heavy crease top to bottom. Most good to fine.
(a) Black Hawk, Colorado - Collier's Rocky Mountain Scenery
(b) Black Hawk, Colorado - Charles Weitfle's Stereoscopic Views
(c) Unidentified Rockies town (possibly Deadwood) - H.H. Hill Photographers
(d) Brownville, Colorado - American Views Photographers
(e) Parade through Central City, Colorado - Charles Weitfle
(f) Bird's eye view of Georgetown, Colorado - Charles Weitfle
(g) Bird's eye view of Colorado Springs, Colorado - Charles Weitfle
(h) Main Street, Black Hawk, Colorado - Charles Weitfle

72480

FIVE SCENIC STEREOVIEWS OF COLORADO MINING TOWNS. Collection of five stereoviews of Colorado mining towns from the late 1800s. All stereocards show some wear to edges and corners; a few show light soiling, but all are in good to fine condition.

(a) "Arkansas Smelter, Leadville, Col." Universal Photo Art Co.
(b) "Indian Supply Train in Ute Pass" - J. Thurlow Photo
(c) "Summit" - J. Thurlow Photo
(d) "Water Carrier, Leadville, Col." - Kilburn Brothers
(e) Train crossing "Mountain City Bridge" - Charles Weitfle

72481

FRATERNAL MINERS. Unusual image of a group of miners, dressed in their Sunday best, each sporting a large embroidered collar with fraternal symbols. Identified on verso as "Miners Lodge, Idaho Springs, 1880." Slightly yellowed with a significant tear at lower right corner; mounted on heavy cardboard mount. Approximately 10¼" x 8".

72482

UNUSUAL CARTE DE VISITE OF CINCINNATI AREA MINER. Studio image from Kelly's Photograph Gallery in Cincinnati (later known as Brownell's). The photo depicts a kneeling miner with large knee-pads on his knees and a pick resting on his shoulder. He wears a miner's cap with a lamp on it, and a stern expression. In immaculate condition.

72483

OURAY, COLORADO STREET SCENE BY W.H. JACKSON - BOUDOIR CARD - ca. 1885-95. This is a fine street scene of Ouray, Colorado and the Beaumont Hotel from W.H. Jackson. Several signs can be read, and much detail seen of this early Western town. The balance of this image is excellent and the contrast and tonality of the image are very good, minor fading and spotting is evident to the left above the skyline, and the top right corner has been bumped. The card measures 7"x 4.5", and is marked by Jackson on the back from the Denver Studio. There is also a nice period script ink notation, "Hotel where your father and I stopped when we went to Ouray - we were married".

Western Expansion

72484

W. B. ASTOR MINE GEORGETOWN, COLORADO MAMMOTH PHOTOGRAPH. 1880s. Georgetown, Clear Creek County, Colorado. W. B. Astor Consolidated group of Mines, Democrat Mountains. Mammoth Plate photograph of the mining operation with clear cut forest and tailing in background. Foreground has 5 log cabins with timbers stacked along side for mine timbers. Paper tag verso photograph, "L. McLean, photographer & view artist, Georgetown, Colorado". Photograph measures 22"x 18". Appears to be original frame, measures 25.5"x 21.5". Photograph has very nice contrast, with water stain at upper left corner that just touches image.

Miscellaneous

72485

COLORADO TOURIST GUIDE VIA THE GOLDEN BELT ROUTE 1879. To the Rocky Mountain Resorts. Compliments of Kansas Pacific Railway Company. 64 pages profusely Illustrated Mining Towns, Mountains, Forests, Etc. Large fold-out map of The "GOLDEN BELT ROUTE" in back of guide. 8"x 11". Condition is good, has some damage to cover, binding loose & some discoloration.

Advertising

72486

LOT OF TWO DENVER RIO GRANDE ADVERTISING PAMPHLETS 1870s-1880s. Panoramic Views along the line of the Denver & Rio Grande Railroad. "The Scenic Line of the World". This pamphlet folds out to a full length 50" with multi-color vignettes of scenes on the railroad line, Manitou, Royal Gorge, Marshall Pass and Glenwood Springs. Reverse side has the descriptions of these areas. Among the Mountains: a guide book to Colorado Springs and neighborhood. With period stamp: "D.& G.R.R. news Dept." 1873. Couple of route maps of the D.G.R.R. This booklet is like a business directory for the area. Many business and related facts of the area. 139 pages. 4"x 6.75". Condition is very good, with some damage to front cover.

Miscellaneous

72487

COLORADO MIDLAND RAILWAY MULTI-COLOR BOOKLET ca 1890s. Early Days. Noted occurrences on the line of the Colorado Midland Railway. Eleven pages of beautiful images, one double page fold out, Trappers at Frying Pan River; First Indian agent crossing the Grand at Gran Junction; Meeting at Manitou; A limited train (Stagecoach) in early days; Rev. Marcus Whitman; An Indian camp scene; General Ruxton; General Pike; Meeker Massacre; Mining; and Bronco breaking. 11"x 9". Very good condition, has tear at left hand corner.

Photography

72488

SUPERB WITTICK BOUDOIR OF FORT WINGATE, NEW MEXICO. Beginning in 1882, Fort Wingate was used as the headquarters and outfitting post for ethnological and archeological expeditions in New Mexico and the Southwest. Here, noted photographer Ben Wittick has captured the entire fort from a distant low rise, with an unidentified soldier standing in the foreground, his back to the camera. Image measures 7.5" x 4.75" and is affixed to Wittick's 8.5" x 5.25" Albuquerque mount. Gilt edging shows a few scuffs, but overall this image is in spectacular condition.

72489

FORT APACHE, ARIZONA TERRITORY STEREOGRAPH circa 1870's. Very early rare overview of this hard to find area. In period ink verso, "Fort Apache Looking N. W." Purple back. 7" x 4". Very Fine condition, great contrast.

72490

WONDERFUL BARRY BIRDS-EYE VIEW OF FORT YATES AND STANDING ROCK AGENCY, ca 1886. Another outstanding D.F. Barry image, this one being a view of Fort Yates and Standing Rock Agency from a rise looking toward the Missouri River. In center foreground, a priest's residence (enclosed by picket fence) and Catholic church with a small steeple; other two-story wooden frame buildings, corrals, picket and board fencing on left; fort buildings and residences center right. Unfortunately, the lower edge of the photo has been cut away, presumably so it would fit in a photo album. Image measures 9.25" x 6". Affixed to Barry's slightly larger photo mount with moderate paper loss at lower left corner. On verso, Barry's gilt imprint "Barry Photographer, Bismarck and Standing Rock, D.T." Upper corners show some wear, but the image is in fine condition.

72491

STANDING ROCK INDIAN AGENCY AND FT. YATES, NORTH DAKOTA - BOUDOIR CARD - ca.1890. A bird's-eye-view of an early and important Indian Agency and related town. Period ink script adorns the front of the unmarked card; the image retains very good contrast with only very minor spotting to the top right. The card measures 8"x 5".

72492

IMPRESSIVE OVERSIZED SCENIC VIEW OF ARIZONA PUEBLO. With majestic buttes soaring in the distance, this unidentified town swelters in the Arizona sun. Featuring many adobe buildings with glass-pane windows, the town appears to be utterly deserted. Image measures approximately 13½" x 10¾" and shows significant damage, staining and/or water damage along all edges. Several pin holes along upper edge and one small area of paper loss at lower right corner. Although in poor condition, these defects do not mar the main portion of the image.

72493

SIX OUTSTANDING PANORAMIC SILVER PRINTS OF MORENCI, ARIZONA ca 1900. Six amazing and extremely unusual 20.75" x 6.25" images of the copper mining town of Morenci, Arizona during its heyday. The Morenci Mine, the largest copper mining operation in North America, is one of the largest copper mines in the world and is clearly visible in several of these images, as is Western Copper, another Morenci mine. Views also include panoramic shots of the town and some of its important buildings, including the three-story Club and School Building. Also included in this lot are two 6.5" x 4.75" silver prints of a hillside home on the edge of town, its proud owners posing outside for the unknown photographer. Overall size of panoramic photographs, 22" x 8"; overall size of smaller images, 9" x 7". All images are in fine to very fine condition, although there are several barely noticeable pencil marks filling in tiny bare/light spots on several of the large-format shots, and a few stains/water spots on backing boards.

72494

TEN PHOTOGRAPHS OF WESTERN TOWN SETTINGS - This is a beautiful set of ten 6" x 4" photographs depicting Western towns with great detail. Taken from vantage points that allow the viewer to get a complete sense of the look and feel of the Old West, the unknown photographer has captured people in everyday life, industry and commerce for posterity.

72495

STATE PRISON YUMA, ARIZONA TERRITORY 1880-1890: Yuma, Arizona Territory Prison.1876-1909, this penitentiary housed many of Arizona's most dangerous and notorious criminals. The remains of the prison are now Arizona's most visited State Historic Park. The cells, main gate and guard tower have endured as grim reminders of frontier justice. This photograph is very scarce, and the condition is good, with very light contrast. 6.5"x 4.25"

Western Expansion

72496

NAVAJO ARIZONA INDIANS CALENDAR WITH PHOTOGRAPHS, 1911. Very nice early tourist item of Navajo Indians sitting in front of their hogans with beautiful baskets. Also has complete 1911 calendar. Calendar and photograph mounted on burlap material. Paper tag verso: "Arizona Indians Putman & Valentine". Photo. Los Angeles, Cal. 14.5" x 6". Very fine condition.

Photography

72497

TWO AMAZING WALTON VIEWS OF ROSWELL DURING THE 1904 PECOS FLOOD. New Mexico photographer William R. Walton happened to be on hand in Roswell when the mighty Pecos overran her banks and flooded the Pecos Valley in late September, 1904. Newspaper reports of the time noted: "...reports from Roswell [stated] that the streets were from 4 to 6 feet under water, that the cellars were full and the water had risen to a height of one to two feet in the stores and residences, resulting in a loss of thousands of dollars..." These 8" x 6" photographs bear witness to that historic event. Both depict Main Street; one taken at street level, the other from a rooftop. Townsfolk on horseback and on foot wade through the streets waiting for the waters to recede. Great signage on storefronts! Both images are in fine condition, although the 12" x 10" mat boards to which they are affixed show significant damage at several corners.

72498

MISCELLANEOUS LOT OF PHOTO POSTCARDS OF WESTERN TOWNS. Six photo postcards depicting town and scenic views of various Western towns. These include:
(a) Dignitaries speaking to a crowd from the back of a train in Snyder, Texas
(b) "Fort Bowie - Abandoned"
(c) "Bird's Eye View Magdalena, N. Mex."
(d) Main thoroughfare in Cheyenne Wells, Colorado
(e) Winter cattle ranching scene at the "76 Ranch"
(f) Long view of Hurley, New Mexico

72499

SANTA FE, NEW MEXICO TERRITORY FIRST PLAZA BOUDOIR CARD ca 1890's - This early cabinet card, with two donkeys pulling a Mexican wood card in the first Plaza of Santa Fe. There is signage in foreground you can see the "Fe" of (Santa Fe). The Plaza is the center of Santa Fe historically, culturally, and geographically. The Plaza has served as the end of El Camino Real (The Spanish Royal Road from Mexico City), The Santa Fe Trail, and the Old Pecos Trail. Very fine condition.

72500

FOUR IMAGES OF SANTA FE, NEW MEXICO. Three beautiful large cabinets by D.B. Chase and one stereoview of Santa Fe. Cabinet images measure 7.25" x 4.25" and feature (a) a town square with a long row of buildings fronted by a covered walkway; (b) two young boys on burros in front of several wood wagons; (c) a large pueblo with wooden ladder in foreground. The Chase cabinets are all affixed to his black photographer's mount with gilt letter, measuring 8.5" x 5.25 and are in exceptional condition. The final item in this lot is a Henry Brown stereoview of a Santa Fe street circa 1870, with shopkeepers standing outside their storefronts. Affixed to Brown's yellow backing card with blue lettering and in fine condition.

72501

EARLY NEW MEXICO CABINET CARDS. This lot of five cabinet cards circa 1880-1890 features images of New Mexico towns. A few with chips and rubbing at corners; most fine.

(a) Street view of Santa Fe with burros - W.H. Jackson
(b) City square, Las Vegas, New Mexico - unidentified photographer
(c) "Adobe Houses and Burro" - unidentified photographer
(d) "Bridge over Gallinas R[iver]" Las Vegas, New Mexico - unidentified photographer
(e) Bird's eye view of Silver City, New Mexico - O.C. Hinman

72502

DRAMATIC LONG SHOT OF SILVER CITY, N.M. Founded in 1870, shortly after the discovery of massive silver ore deposits in the area, Silver City is also known as the birthplace of Billy the Kid. Viewed from Chihuahua Hill in 1906, the thriving community spreads out in the distance. Photo is in fine condition, with typical wear to edges of backing mount. Measures 9½" x 7½".

72503

RARE LOT OF SIX NEW MEXICO NATIVE AMERICAN INDIAN - FOUR BOUDOIR CARDS - TWO IMPERIAL CARDS - ca.1885. This great lot consists of: (2) W. E. Hook Boudoir cards of Tesque Pueblo Indian family groups, and dwellings, (2) W. H. Jackson Boudoir cards of Taos Pueblo Indian men posed in front of dwellings and a wood caretera or cart, and (2) Imperial card street scenes of Las Cruces, New Mexico with period notations on the front. One of the notations reads, "Main St. Las Cruces, N.M. looking North, Dona Ana Mts. in the distance." The Imperial card images have very light fading. A nice New Mexico lot of images, with good contrast and tone.

72504

TWO STEREOGRAPH CARDS SANTA FE & LOS CERRILLOS, NEW MEXICO TERRITORY ca 1870 #1. Very early in period ink "East view of the city" (Santa Fe, New Mexico, Territory) #2 another early view "A visit to Los Cerrillos Mining District. A Prospecting Party". New Mexico Territory. The back of both stereograph cards have lengthy history of the area. 7"x 4". Very good condition, Santa Fe card has very good contrast.

72505

KANSAS WAGON TRAINS - CROSSING RAILROAD BRIDGE - BOUDOIR CARD - ca.1890."600 wagons crossing Salt Fork river on R.R. Bridge" is the caption of this W. S. Prettyman, Arkansas City, Kansas boudoir card. The frontier awaits these travelers, who are hoisting the wagons down the ridge without horses. The card measures 9"x 6". The image has very good tone and contrast. An image of everyday life on the Western journey.

72506

KANSAS WAGON TRAINS - HORSES CROSSING THE BRIDGE - BOUDOIR CARD - ca.1890. "Crossing Horses on R.R. Bridge" is the caption of this W. S. Prettyman, Arkansas City, Kansas Boudoir card. The wagons are almost finished crossing the Salt Fork River Bridge. The card measures 9"x 6". This image has fair contrast. A study of the migration to Oklahoma land.

72507

ELDRIDGE HOUSE LAWRENCE, KANSAS OMNIBUS (STAGECOACH) circa 1870-1880.
Very nice stereograph street scene image with great signage. Prescription Drug Store, Books & Stationery-Drake & Crew. Painted signage on coach. Rail Road Line. This image from Gardner's Photographic Art Gallery, across the continent on the Union Pacific Railway, Eastern division. Lawrence, Kansas. 7"x 3.5" Condition is fine, crease down middle of stereo card.

72508

STUNNING LOCKE & McBRIDE PHOTOGRAPH OF HOT SPRINGS NORTH DAKOTA. This 9¼" x 7" city view of Hot Springs was taken by Deadwood, South Dakota photographers Locke & McBride, and depicts several large and handsome structures, some of which were still under construction. Moderate yellowing with faint discoloration at upper and left corners. Mount shows the usual edge and corner damage.

72509

RARE SALT PRINT OF VIRGINIA CITY, MONTANA. The long and complicated salt print process was used by an unknown photographer to create this terrific print of Virginia City, which shows the main street with several interesting storefronts and their proprietors standing out front. Salt prints were used regularly through the 1860s, this being a rare later print, circa 1866-1868. The 7.25" x 5.25" image is affixed to a heavier 9.25" x 7.5" backing sheet, and is in fine condition. Backing sheet shows occasional smudges and light water staining along lower edge, none of which directly affects image. In fine condition.

72510

EARLY VIRGINIA CITY, MONTANA - CARTE DE VISITE - circa 1866-68. This is an early and rare image of Virginia City, Montana from the Montana Picture Gallery by artist A.C. Carter. Carter operated this specific gallery from 1866-68 and advertised his local views, "Taken in the best styles of the art. Views of mills, Buildings, Localities, etc. taken at reasonable rates. Photographic Views of Virginia City, Great Salt Lake City, Mountain Scenery, and Portraits of Celebrities for sale in great variety." The thin card measures 4"x 2.5", and features the "Nowlan & Weary Bank" and "L. Daems City Drug Store". The contrast is good and the tonality is light overall, but much detail can be seen. There is a slight tear to the bottom center of the image and card about .25". A great early Montana town image.

Mautz, Carl. Biographies of Western Photographer's, (Nevada City, California: Carl Mautz Publishing, 1997).

72511

EARLY VIRGINIA CITY, MONTANA - CARTE DE VISITE - circa 1866-68. This is another early and rare image of Virginia City, Montana from the Montana Picture Gallery by artist A.C. Carter. Carter operated this specific gallery from 1866-68 and advertised his local views, "Taken in the best styles of the art. Views of mills, Buildings, Localities, etc. taken at reasonable rates. Photographic Views of Virginia City, Great Salt Lake City, Mountain Scenery, and Portraits of Celebrities for sale in great variety." The thin card measures 4"x 2.5", and features the "MONTANA POST" and "Henry Siegal & Co." The contrast is good and the sharpness is excellent, much detail can be seen. There is a slight tear to the left center of the image and card about .25". Another great early Montana town image.

Mautz, Carl. Biographies of Western Photographer's, (Nevada City, California: Carl Mautz Publishing, 1997).

72512

MILES CITY, MONTANA MAIN STREET - L.A. HUFFMAN - LARGE FORMAT STEREOVIEW - circa.1880-90.
This is a large format stereoview of the Main Street in Miles City, Montana by noted Western photographer L.A. Huffman. The view has, "163 East on Main St. + Miles cit. 81" written in the negative on the right side, possibly denoting the year 1881. Laton Huffman operated the studio in Miles City from 1880-90, then returning about 1895-1905. This is one of the earlier shots of the city, and there is an oxen team pulling a cart to the right. The stereograph measures 7"x 4" on an orange mount, and the contrast and tone are light. This is a nice L.A. Huffman image of Miles City, Montana.

Mautz, Carl. Biographies of Western Photographer's, (Nevada City, California: Carl Mautz Publishing, 1997).

72513

TERRIFIC MOORE & SIPPLE BIRDS-EYE VIEW OF A MONTANA TOWN, circa 1895. Handsome rooftop view of a large Montana town - possibly Helena - by Butte photographers Moore & Sipple. Image measures 8" x 6" and focuses on the Montana Lumber & Manufacturing Company storefront and warehouse. A man seated in his one-horse buckboard poses in the center of the wide, deserted street. An unfortunate dark stain and two water spots mar the otherwise empty sky in this image, which is otherwise in excellent condition.

72514

STAGECOACH IMAGE CHINOOK, MONTANA LOT OF THREE 1890-1910.
(1) Great imperial-size cabinet card of a mud wagon (stagecoach), the fastest mode of transportation in the brush. Blind stamp Chas. E. Morris, Chinook, Montana. 8"x 10" image 6.75"x 4.75"
(2) Two snap shots of stagecoaches (mud wagons) period pencil on verso "Xalpa Mexico". 4.75"x 3.75". Cabinet card has stain on card, image is very nice.

72515

COUNTRY PICNIC WITH STAGECOACH AND LEMONADE. Wonderful 6.5" x 4.5" image of more than forty happy picnickers enjoying an afternoon in the country. A "Horse Livery" stagecoach serves as the focal point as the various subjects pose on and around holding up steins of beer and pouring glasses of lemonade. Two ladies sit atop the stagecoach horses while one horse jauntily sports a man's hat. Minor abrasion to extreme lower right corner of image; soiled/water stained mount with worn corners.

72516

L.S. HAZELTINE IMPERIAL CABINET OF AN UNKNOWN MONTANA TOWN, 1900. Dramatic bird's-eye view of a thriving mountain town somewhere in Montana, as it appeared in 1900, the only year that Hazeltine worked in Butte City. Numerous businesses line the main street, with many residences along roads that wind through the nearby hills. Photo measures 9.5" x 7.5" and is affixed to the photographer's 11.5" x 9.5" gilt-lettered mount, identifying Hazeltine's studio address as "433 South Arizona, Butte Montana." This attractive image is pristine and perfect for framing.

72517

TOWN OF ROUNDUP, MONTANA - BIRD'S EYE VIEW - LARGE FORMAT IMPERIAL CARD - ca. 1915. This is a rare image of Roundup, Montana, which shows a good detail of the early, rural town. This is similar to the format of a photo postcard, however much larger and mounted as the black card measures 18"x 8" overall, with the photograph itself being 15.5" x 5". The image records a tremendous amount of detail, even though some of the contrast was lost in the transfer. The sky is very dark, and the tone is dark. The name of the local saloon, "The Roundup - Pool Tables", is visible in the town's main street, and just off the right side of the image the "Montana Lumber Company" can be seen. There is a makeshift camp tent with clothes drying on a line and a small corral where horses are being circled to the far left. A good, early town image for a Montana or Western collector.

72518

L.A. HUFFMAN MILES CITY MONTANA. Huffman Collotype images from the Coffin studio, agent Miles City, Montana. 1900-1920.
(1) Caption: #300 "Trailing sheep, Powder River Badlands". Milestone Mont. 1884. 8=10"x 8".
(2) Caption: #167 Hell Creek Badlands, negative, print and copyright by L.A. Hoffman, Miles City. 10"x8".
(3) No caption, sheep on the Montana Badlands. 10"x8".
(4) Caption: #309 "The Lambing Camp". Print and copyright by L. A. Hoffman Miles City, Montana. 1894. 12" x 7.5".
(5) George Cornish Collotype 1907. Caption: "Old Monarchs of the Plains". 8"x6". (5) Photo lot condition is extra fine.

72519

PHOTO ALBUM OF BILLINGS MONTANA AND REGION; GAMBLING LICENSE. Interesting photo album from the early 1900s containing approximately 50 Montana scenes. About half are commercially printed images of Billings and Yellowstone Park; the remaining personal photographs depict Native Americans in various settings, including ranch and camp scenes, ceremonial dances, Indian children, and what appears to be an early reenactment of the Battle at the Little Bighorn. Album cover is heavily creased and worn, and pages have separated from the binding. Accompanied by a one-month gambling license dated May 25, 1895, and made out to Savaresy & Guidroc. An unusual and interesting collection!

The Chris Kortlander Collection

72520

LOT OF TWO VIRGINIA CITY, NEVADA BIRD'S-EYE VIEWS 1880's. Virginia City, Nevada is one of the oldest established cities in Nevada. It was a mining boomtown; one of the most famous boomtowns in the Old West as it virtually appeared overnight as a result of the "Comstock Lode" silver strike of 1859. During its peak, Virginia City had a population of nearly 30,000. When the Comstock Lode ended in 1898, the city's population declined sharply.
1st image, noted on verso: "Virginia City and California Pan Mill in foreground". 2nd image, noted on verso: "Virginia City looking west from mine". Condition is very good with light contrast.

72521

IMPERIAL SIZE CABINET CARD "VIRGINIA CITY, NEVADA" 1888. Beautiful bird's-eye view of Virginia City, Nevada. The view shows couple of Silver Mining operations, tailing on the mountain and in town. The Mining operations extend to the city limits. Studio of J. H. Crockwell, Photographer, Virginia City, Nevada. 8.5"x 5.25" Very fine condition, nice contrast.

Western Expansion

72522

JOSEPH SULLIVAN - ELEVEN MONTANA-RELATED DOCUMENTS, circa 1874 - 1902. Collectors of Montana manuscripts and ephemera will love this interesting lot! It contains primarily printed documents, checks, licenses, and receipts, and includes six items pertaining to Joseph Sullivan, territorial auditor and Fort Benton merchant. Of particular interest is a set of 1889 documents concerning the transportation of a murderer to the prison at Deer Lodge, Montana, complete with signed warden's receipt and sheriff signatures. Also included are merchandise receipts from the T.C. Power Company, Fort Benton shipper, as well as other unrelated items. All items are in fine to very fine condition.

72523

LARGE LOT OF FORT-RELATED LETTERS/DOCUMENTS/RECEIPTS. This mixed lot contains a dozen interesting items from various forts in Montana, Kansas, and the Dakota Territory, primarily from the 1860s and 1870s. The specific forts include: Fort Larned, Fort Kearny, Fort Leavenworth, Fort Keough, Fort Benton, Fort Union, Fort D.A. Russell, Fort Laramie, Fort Stevenson, and Fort Shaw. Of interest are several letters from Capt. Simon Snyder of the 5th Infantry, noted Indian hunter.

72524

STAGE AND EXPRESS LICENSE, VIRGINIA CITY, MONTANA 1892. Virginia City, Montana. "License granted, to S. R. Buford & Company, of Virginia City, in the County of Madison and State of Montana, to carry on business or occupation of 'STAGE & EXPRESS' in the County aforesaid having paid Collector the license of $2.50". Also a signed check by S. R. Buford; check to N. P. R. R. Both items in excellent condition.

Photography

72525

TWO 1870s SAVAGE AND OTTINGER STEREOVIEWS. Two stereo images by Salt Lake City photographers C.R. Savage and George Ottinger. The first is a long shot of the town of Sherman Station, Wyoming. The second is an oversized stereocard depicting the officers' quarters and parade grounds at Camp Douglas, Utah, with a military band and approximately 100 soldiers standing in formation in the foreground. Each cabinet card bears the usual wear at edges and corners, otherwise in fine condition.

Western Expansion

72526

SAN JOSE, (CALIFORNIA) STAGECOACH WAY BILL, 1849. Pueblo de San Jose, Saturday Sept. 22, 1849. "Mr. Piffard is the tenth passenger, he goes under the understanding that it is optional with Capt. Davis to take him from Sanches Rancho or not". This very RARE Stagecoach way bill from the "Whisman & Davis Line" is the earliest line. They sold ten seats on the stage. Very fine condition with folds.

72527

SACRAMENTO CITY, 49er (CALIFORNIA) BARTON LEE PAYABLE IN (GOLD) DUST 1850. Sacramento City, 1850. Leading towns obtained special banks. At Sacramento, several mercantile firms opened special banking departments, Barton Lee and Baker & Company being the most prominent. This is a very early demand note for "Ignace Hahn". "Has deposited One Hundred & Ten Dollars which will be paid on demand of this certificate on presentation of the same endorsed by him, payable in dust (gold) with interest at (5%) five per cent per month. Signed: "Barton Lee". Excellent condition.

Photography

72528

BIRD'S-EYE VIEW OF SANTA ANA, CALIFORNIA - CABINET CARD - circa 1895. An early Santa Ana, California rural town view showing Main Street with a large number of street signs. This is a very clear and sharp cabinet card image, and a vast amount of detail can be seen, including the full wording of every sign: "Board and Lodging - 25 cents" - "Victor and Crescent Bicycles" - "Wm. McCulloch Carriage Shop." The unmarked card has scalloped edges, and measures 6.5"x 4.25". The overall tone of the photo is light, but the contrast remains very good.

72529

BOUDOIR CABINET OF THE MERCED EXPRESS NEWSPAPER BUILDING, ca 1880-1890. William P. Stoneroad and W. L. Howell, proprietors of the Merced Express newspaper, pose on the second-story balcony of the Hunter Building at Main and Canal Streets in Merced, California. One floor below, the proprietors of Rosenthal & Peckerman's Clothing & Dry Goods Store also pose for the unknown photographer. This building would eventually become the Central Hotel, an historic Merced landmark. Image measures 8.5" x 5.25" and is affixed to a mounting card only slightly larger. In excellent condition.

72530

CABINET CARD BIG SKOOKUM, W.T. (WASHINGTON TERRITORY). Big Skookum is a small Island in the Olympic Peninsula, know today as Squaxin. This Scarce W.T. photograph is of loggers at a homestead on the island. Caption printed on plate, "Ox team and residence of Newll Day, Big Skookum, W. T." The great Eastern Photographic and Advertising Company. The photographer attributed to this company was Arthur B. Crowell. 11"x 9". The image is in very good condition with a couple of water spots and light contrast.

72531

MEMALOOSE ISLAND INDIAN BURIAL GROUNDS. Well-known Portland, Oregon photographer D.C. Herrin produced this sobering view of a burial area on tiny Memaloose Island in the Columbia River Gorge. The island was used for centuries by various local Indian tribes as a safe and sacred site for their open-air burials. This 5½" x 3¾" image depicts a large pile of skulls and bones, with a few planks of lumber strewn about - the remains of an old shelter for the dead. A surprising number of crossed leg bones can be seen in this view; it is unknown if this is the work of Native Americans or white men who may have followed. Moderate age-toning on photographer's mount, else fine.

The Chris Kortlander Collection

72532

VIEW OF EL PASO, TEXAS - CABINET CARD BY F. PARKER - ca.1882-90. This is a nice view of El Paso, Texas by Francis F. Parker on an unusually sized cabinet card measuring 7"x 3.5". The image has good contrast and tone, and is marked on the reverse in black print, "F. Parker - El Paso, Texas - Portraits and Views". The railroad tracks are in the foreground of the image, and at the center of the image sit two young children. A nice early image of El Paso, Texas.

Mautz, Carl. Biographies of Western Photographer's, (Nevada City, California: Carl Mautz Publishing, 1997).

72533

SUPERIOR LOT OF NINE REAL PHOTO POSTCARDS OF WESTERN TOWN AND RANCH VIEWS - circa 1905-1925. This lot features an original photo of San Bernardino, California in about 1900, which is in the silver-nitrate process of the postcards but does not have a printed back. It also features a small ranch, and mining camp image: The Mill Iron Ranch in Montana and the Golden Charriot (sic) Mine in Julian, California. Also highlighted is a street scene from Eureka, California. All of the cards have good contrast and clarity with assorted back marks.

72534

NATIVE AMERICAN INDIAN PANOROMIC PHOTOGRAPHS. LEWISTON, IDAHO. 1900-1920. These images are attached reverse as pairs with paper tape.
(1) Caption: "Indian Squaws in all their glory" & "Celebrating the Squaw Dance".
(2) "Preparing the Sham Battle in the Medicine Lodge" & "Indians in Grass Dance".
(3) "Custer's Last Charge" & "Man Crazy Dogs Dance on Black Foot Reservation".
All images photographed by G. V. Parker Lewiston Idaho. Photos measure 12"x 4 .75". Also Panoramic photo "Oregon City Frontier Days". Hal-dy Studio. 10.5"x 3.25". Plus two Sepia tone panoramic real photo postcards. "John Barrett speaking opening of Astoria Centennial". 9.5"x 3.5". Some light contrast on Barker photos, one of the photo postcards has a small corner missing.

72535

LARGE BOUDOIR SERIES IMAGE OF YELLOWSTONE'S GROTTO GEYSER. In the 1860s and 1870s F. Jay Haynes contracted with the Northern Pacific Railroad to produce scenic photographs designed to promote tourism in the Yellowstone area. This image was taken during that time, and shows the Grotto Geyser releasing a huge cloud of steam. Haynes produced a number of these 8" x 5" "Boudoir Series" photographs, this being identified as number 3590. Affixed to a slightly larger photographer's mount, which reads on verso: "Boudoir Series. Our collection of Views in this popular size embraces scenery along the entire line of the Northern Pacific. Yellowstone Park, Columbia River, Seattle, Tacoma and Portland, St. Paul and Duluth to the Pacific." Minor age toning and wear to corners and edges of backing card, else very fine.

The Chris Kortlander Collection

72536

THE LOOP NEAR GEORGETOWN BY W.H. JACKSON. Reduced and reprinted from a 17" x 21¼" albumen photograph, this 1890 Jackson work shows the impressive "Loop" rail line near Georgetown, Colorado. Identified as number 1829, this 6½" x 4¼" image shows a train steaming its way uphill as it approaches the Loop. On verso, Jackson's "W.H. Jackson Photograph and Publishing Co. Landscape Photographers. Denver, Colorado" imprint. Minor wear at corners of the 7" x 4½" photographer's mount, else very fine.

The Chris Kortlander Collection

72537

TWO WILLIAM HENRY JACKSON RAILROAD CABINET PHOTOGRAPHS circa 1880s. (1) Colorado Midland Railroad photograph. Very crisp image of train on the Hell Gate Pass, Colorado. Stamp on back. "W. H. Jackson & Co. Photographers of Rocky Mountain Scenery, Denver Colorado". 7"x 4.5"
(2) P. R. R. Georgetown, Colorado. Has barely legible back stamp, "Bros. Railroad News Agt. Denver, Colorado". Also ink stamp "R. A. Ronzino collection". 8"x 5". #1:Great contrast, no image problems; #2:Contrast is great, card has a couple of tiny chips and soiled edges.

72538

LOT OF FOUR TABER PHOTOS: STEAMER MARIPOSA & YOSEMITE 1880s. This lot of four images photographed by Taber consists of two Yosemite scenes, "Three Brothers" card #B 381. Also has Taber's printed back stamp on verso, with vignette of his studio. 5.5"x 8" & "Glacier Point, 3201 feet, Yosemite Valley Cal." Card #3047. Image 7.5"x 9.5" Card 11"x 14".

Next Image is "O. S. S. Cos. Steamer Mariposa, Capt Howard."12"x 8" # A 154 & "The Cable-Market St. Engine House, San Francisco." 7.75"x 9.5" These two photographs are mounted one on each side of album page, and have been described in German under photos. All images are in very fine condition.

72539

HANDSOME ART IMAGE OF "THE SCOUT" - MCKAY ART CO. Barber and photographer Rollin H. McKay produced real photo postcards, including many panoramic views, between 1922 and 1957, in Missoula, Montana. This scene, clearly posed, shows an Indian brave in loin cloth and feathered headdress crouching on boulders at the edge of a rushing river, apparently watching an intruder. Identified at lower right corner on negative, "The Scout McKay." Printed on textured paper and measuring approximately 8" x 5", this photograph is in exceptional condition. Perfect for prominent display!

The Chris Kortlander Collection

72540

W.H. JACKSON OVERSIZED STEREOVIEW OF PIKE'S PEAK AND THE GARDEN OF THE GODS. Depicting a spectacular view of Pike's Peak, this oversized stereographic image was captured by famed scenic photographer W. H. Jackson in the late 1800s. Affixed to Jackson's 7" x 4" photographer's mount, bearing the handsome logo of the W. H. Jackson Photograph and Publishing Co., "Railroad and Landscape Photography Our Specialty." Image is slightly faded with minor soiling to recto of cardstock mount; else fine.

The Chris Kortlander Collection

72541

W.H. JACKSON CABINET CARD OF CHEYENNE FALLS. Impressive sepia 4" x 6½" view of the magnificent Cheyenne Falls (later renamed Seven Falls), Colorado. Photographed from the pool at the bottom of the falls, Jackson's image captures both man's and nature's feats of engineering - a stunning waterfall and the amazing set of stairs that was built beside it, scaling the sheer granite wall. At the foot of the stairs, a man stands on a wooden bridge; another sits in a rowboat in the water. This cabinet is in excellent condition, with only a pinhole at the lower center of the photographer's mount to detract.

The Chris Kortlander Collection

72542

IMPRESSIVE VIEW OF THE PALISADES ALPINE PASS. Large cabinet image depicting the steep and precipitous Palisades Pass in Colorado. Promoted as "the most difficult three miles of track laid in the world," the track was cut directly into the rock and laid piece by piece, without mortar stones to shore it up. This staggering view was produced by W.H. Jackson & Co., which specialized in Rocky Mountain scenic photographs. This one certainly qualifies! Measures approximately 6½" x 4" with moderate water damage and scuffing to edges and corners of photographer's mount. Else fine.

The Chris Kortlander Collection

72543

STEREOVIEW OF SIGNAL STATION AT PIKE'S PEAK. Interesting stereographic image of the U.S. signal station atop Pike's Peak. The scene shows a snow and rock covered hill with a small brick building at the top, guarded by two soldiers. Printed by W.H. Jackson & Co., "Photographers of Rocky Mountain Scenery, Denver, Colorado." Overall size: 7" x 4". Some minor wear at corners of mount card, else fine.

The Chris Kortlander Collection

72544

TEST IMAGE OF BUFFALO FROM L.A. HUFFMAN'S STUDIO. Prior to printing final copies of his images, Huffman was known to produce several test prints, to get an idea of what they'd look like in their final form. This is one such test image, depicting about a dozen buffalo as they graze on a wide open plain. The photograph has a distinct blue tint, most likely the result of hasty washing away of chemicals prior to drying. The 5" x 3" photo is untitled, and is affixed to a random scrap of cardboard with one uneven edge (approximately 7" x 3¾"). Penciled on verso: "1880 Northern Montana." Despite the fact that this is not a finished photograph, it is still extremely handsome and in perfect condition. An excellent and affordable addition to your Huffman collection!

The Chris Kortlander Collection

72545

MUSICAL FAMILY - CABINET CARD - circa 1885-95.
This is a nice image of a family playing musical instruments on a gold-rimmed, scalloped edge cabinet card. The card measures 6.5"x 4.25" and is in excellent condition, the tone is bright in the center of the image. This is a nice rural American image.

72546

WORKING ASIAN MAN - UTAH CARTE DE VISITE - circa 1885. A great Salt Lake City, Utah Carte de Visite of an Asian man wearing traditional clothes and a Bowler-type hat. Many Asian immigrants worked on the railroads at this time and it is a distinct possibility that this man did as well. This card is back-marked by C. W. Carter, a noted photographer of Indian and Western views who operated in Utah (in partnerships) as early as 1864. The image has a wonderful sepia tone and good contrast.

Mautz, Carl. Biographies of Western Photographer's, (Nevada City, California: Carl Mautz Publishing, 1997).

72547

FT. YATES, N.D. BUFFALO JACKET ICE MEN - CABINET CARD - ca. 1890-1900. The man on the left has a set of ice hooks, fur mittens and hat, the man on the right has a Buffalo robe or jacket of some type. The photographer is a rare Ft. Yates, North Dakota credit, "E. B. Baird". The image and card are in fine condition, with gold stamping. On the reverse it states in pencil, "From Military photo album, Fort Reno, O.T. & Fort Yates, S.D. dated 1897 & 1899".

72548

HUNTERS WITH SHARPS RIFLE - SET OF TWO BOUDOIR CARDS - ca. 1890-1900. Men in a studio pose with a Sharps rifle, pistols, and hunting gear, shown in a companion photograph at a blacksmith shop. Both cards have corner bumps and foxing, the tone is dark sepia.

72549

RARE ALBUM OF TWENTY NEW MEXICO NATIVE AMERICAN INDIAN BOUDOIR CARDS - BEN WITTICK - ca. 1880. This album contains: 13 landscape or Pueblo dwelling views, 3 Native American artifact views, a Moqui mother, an Apache cradle view, and lastly a Ft. Wingate, New Mexico soldiers group view. The album pages measure 10"x 6.75" overall, so the images are larger than a standard boudoir card. The images are in excellent condition with very minor stains on the cards, only the soldier group exhibits any light tone.

72550

COLORADO NATIVE AMERICAN INDIAN VIEW AND RANCH ALBUM - ca. 1880-90. This black leather album contains scenes of Native American cliff dwellings, ruins, Indians, ranches and cowboys. The album contains 13 pages with 18 images: 7 images are cliff dwellings or canyons, 4 images of Native American study, and 5 images of ranches and cowboys. The Native American images are highlighted by a great portrait of, "Mariana. Chief of Utes" with a pistol. They also include a comparison of three Indian skulls, a view of pottery, and a "Papoose Mummy". The ranch images include overall shots and a portrait of cowboys - "W. B. Netherill and sons". The images are mostly noted in period script ink, and mounted on cards that measure 11"x 13.5". The album contains empty pages and is in fine condition with minor scratches. Overall this album is a fine study of the Cliff Dwellers and southern Colorado with lasting imagery.

72551

SET OF 35 F. JAY HAYNES STEREOCARDS OF YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK. Nice collection of Haynes stereoscopic images of sights and scenes from Yellowstone, including all the important geysers, craters, falls, trees, mud pots, valleys, lakes, rock formations, hotel, camping scenes, and more. Although the mounts are slightly age-toned, they are all in very fine condition and would make a wonderful addition to any Yellowstone collection.

72552

RARE WILD WEST SHOW NATIVE AMERICAN INDIAN WITH FULL REGALIA AND HEADDRESS. FROM HORSE TO AUTOMOBILE - circa 1915.
The Native American Indian Chief in extensive ceremonial dress cranking a large, early automobile must have seen the humor in this photograph, as he has a slight smile. This is an unmounted and unmarked photograph; the number "259" is scratched in the negative to the left. This image measures 5"x 7". Certainly, the photographer of this image understood the irony of the transition that the United States had undergone during the Industrial Revolution, turning the Native American Indian into an operator of automobiles and not his horse.

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Auction Date:	November 10th at 9 am CT

2007 Dallas, TX - Harrisburg Western Photography & Artifacts Signature Auction