Chris and Valerie Combs
Fine Art

Original gouache on artists board of Indian warriors in flight: A nocturnal forest scene by Edward Willard Deming, circa 1895-1920. Condition: VG. Exact size framed: 16 by 20 inches. Exact window opening: 7 by 10 inches. Old ownership tag affixed to rear of board in small window, "To be returned to Helen Deming". Edward W. Deming: Born:1860 in Ashland, Ohio. He Died in 1942 in New York City. In his lifetime he was a noted Painter, sculptor, and illustrator of Native Americans and Southwestern Scenes. He received his training at the Art Students League and abroad in France. He spent a year in Paris where he studied with the French masters, Boulanger and Lefebvre. Deming often portrays Native Americans in his works, reminiscent of his youth, where as a child, he had played with Sac, Fox, and Winnebago Indian children in western Illinois. After his first trip through the American West in 1887; visiting the Pueblo Indians in the Southwest, and the Umatillas in Oregon; His interest in Native American subject matter grew. By 1893 he was collaborating with fellow artist DeCost Smith on illustrating the customs and ceremonies of the Sioux and Crow Indians for Outing Magazine. After marrying his wife, they moved out West to paint and raise their six children. He eventually relocated his family to New York where Deming collaborated with his wife to write and illustrate a series of children’s books. Deming died in New York City in 1942. This Particular work is from the private collection of his daughter Helen Deming. It is characteric of his work in subject matter and technique, and is unusual in respect to the nocturnal scene represented. The subject matter is very surreal with the Indians and trees lit only by moonlight. One can almost hear the sound of their footsteps. Fine Art. Gouache on Board. Native American. Southwest Art.

Vintage framed stock certificate. Circa 1900's Georgetown Colorado stock certificate from "The Lincoln Mountain Mining, Milling, Tunnel, and Transportation Company". Stock # 63. Un-Issued. "Witnessed whereof...with the seal of the corporation at Georgetown, Colorado." Printed by the W. H. Kistler Stationary Co., Denver. Exact size: Framed: 14 1/2 by 12 inches. Unframed: 11 by 8 inches. Vintage gold leaf frame with gilt and gesso loss at all four edges. Loss has been touched up with faux gold wax. Frame Condition: Good only. Stock certificate condition: Very good with slight age-toning to paper. Otherwise clean with no stains, folds or tears. A nice Piece of Colorado mining history from the turn of the century. Ephemera. Mining. Colorado history.

Vintage Framed "Pony Express", "Original Drypoint by R. H. Palenske, Reproduced in Talio-crome." In nice, old, unopened, golden oak frame. Exact size framed: 22 1/2 by 18 1/2 inches. Window opening of mat measures 11 by 8 1/4 inches. Printed on thick rag paper, with a nice deep plate mark. Titled: Pony express and signed R.H. Palenske in plate. Condition: VG minus. Slight hint of age-toning just above the stage coach. A nice bright impression of one of Palenske's most memorable prints. Original onion skin Title page with historical information pasted down on verso relating the history of the horses and riders of the Pony Express like Buffalo Bill Cody and Alex Carlyle. Small framing studio stamp affixed to bottom, "Raymond, Cheyenne, Wyoming". All original, as found. Ex-Collection Dick Bowman, noted Western art collector, Denver Westerner, and Wells Fargo collector.

Oak Tree & Acorns Fine shaped Trench art from WW1. Dated on bottom 1916, with several markings, including: lot 299, ALCO, 18HR and CFS. French Artillery shell. Brass with brass plated copper bottom. Original patina. No dents. Excellent stamping and tool work. Exact size: 11 1/2 inches high by 3 inches in diameter. Rough edge rim. Detonator plug missing from bottom. A nice example of WWI trench art suitable for any serious collection.

Exceptional French Trench Art "Souvenir 1914-1918" German shell marked St 138 Polte Magdeburg Oct 1915 Sp 252. Solid brass. Nine inches high by three inches in diameter. Exceptional relief work and decorative tulip design. Fine Engraving to heraldic crest. No dents or repairs. Original as-found patina. A nice example of Trench art from WWI Europe; and a nice addition to any collection.

Four drawer American butternut Chippendale bureau ca. 1765-1785. Possibly Pennsylvania. Butternut wood and simple straight front design and simple Ogee bracket form feet. Front Ogee Feet on platforms and One backing board replaced in the late 19th century; Platforms original. Nice cut-off corners with attached fluted columns to sides. All original; Original Patina with moderate wear; Original willow pattern brass handles (missing two pulls), and original Key eschutcheons(no Key). All original interior wood, sound and tight. Dimensions are 40 inches wide by 36 inches high by 19 1/2 inches deep. More information and photos upon request.

Original Litho. Hand-colored. Battle of Cerro Gordo. Mexican War. 1847 E.B. Kellogg & E.C. Kellogg. Page size 14 x 10 with image being 12 x 8 inches. Unframed. Several 1 inch tears visible along edges including a 3 1/2 tear into image. Archively repaired. Foxing and fingure print soiling present. A nice period lithograph dating to the Mexican American War.

Now up for auction is this Buddy L pressed steel truck measuring 20 inches long. Truck is stamped in raised letters "Buddy L' on each side of the truck's doors. Produced in the 1930's. The silver and red paint is old but likely not original and has some paint loss and rust evident. Condition Good. This truck originally also had actual working headlights that run off a D battery. Truck is missing lamp bulbs and wires. There is still the lever below the driver's door for turning headlights on and off. This truck is all original and there is no missing or broken parts other than the bulbs and wires. Appears to be modeled after a 35 Chevy or possibly an International truck. Part of an estate collection of old toys to be auctioned off in coming days. To be sold as is, as found with reasonable or no reserves.

Indians of North America Poster by Jo Mora Publications. Dated in Poster 1936 but I think this is a later vintage poster circa 1950. Poster measures 32 by 25 inches and is in fair condition only. Thumb tack holes in all four corners and middle top edge. Some light chipping to edges and lots of paper wrinkles. However, their are no full sheet creases,folds or holes. Would look wonderful framed up in a Cowboy or Western style room. Poster sold as is and will be shipped in a heavy stock tube. Happy Trails.

Original oil on canvas by Claretta White c. 1955. 20 inch by 16 inch Painting is a portrait of a Mr. Douglas (?). Painting has been restretched, and has one 1/4 inch repair below ear, and canvas is beginning to fray in the four corners. Corner fraying would be hidden if framed. Some minor paint loss, else painting could be described as "in good condition." This painting may have been executed by California artist and illustrator Claretta White. Painting sold as is in as found condition.

U.S. Cavalry and Civil War Collection. Attractively mounted in a 11 by 13 inch shadowbox lined with maroon velvet. Includes a VG condition set of Civil War Era Officers Spurs, Gutta Percha Collar and Brass Button Polisher; and an assortment of U.S. Cavalry Items from Colorado, Texas, Oregon and Massachussettes. Cavalry items include: 2 large U.S. Bridle buttons 1 3/4 inches wide; 3 large caliber spent Bullet casings; and seven assorted buttons, including 2 old Colorado Cavalry buttons; one Texas button; one Oregon button; one Massachussettes button; and 2 unknown origin buttons. All items are in G to VG condition. A nice museum quality collection now offered for sale for the first time.

Old Mexican or possibly Southern California Silver Overlay Bit Circa 1920 or earlier. Unmarked Transitional Style Bit in very good condition with no missing silver or damage to hand finished,iron body. Mouthpiece is in very good condition with copper rings to inside and sm. plain brass conchas to outer sides. Bit is complete and functional with no damage. Original patina as found. Silver could be polished. A well made bit with some good age and a nice overall design. A perfect Christmas gift for the Western Memorabilia collector.

Old American Powder Horn circa 1880-1900. Roughly 10 inches long by by 2 1/2 inches wide at top. This powder horn has all brass pins in the cap. The cap holds the hand turned spindle knob that threads into the cap. One small chip to tip of horn which cannot be seen when original cap is in place. Remnants of old powder still inside horn. All original, with little damage, no cracks or replaced parts. Scrimshawed design to top of horns around brass pins. Guaranteed to be an authentic early American Powderhorn.

Authentic Old West Spoon from the Bungalow-Lusk Brothel in Lusk, Wyoming. Circa 1920-40. Silver plate mostly worn off. Spoon measures 7 inches long by 1 1/2 at max. width. Spoon Stamped with Brothel's name on top and stamped by original manufacturer "PIX Acorn brand" on bottom. In well worn condition. Purchased by former owners in 1975 at a Wyoming auction of Lusk, Wyoming brothel stuff; Just after the official prohibition of Prostitution in the State of Wyoming in the mid 1970's. This is a rare item of Wyoming history and a wonderful addition to anyone's Western Collection. Happy Holidays.

Old Western Hand-tooled and silk embroidered Gambler's Box with Bakelite dice and 925 Sterling Gambler's ashtray. Most Likely Hispanic American in origin. Circa 1930's Set. All in very good condition except for a chipped corner on one of the dice. Beautiful, intricate, silk embroidered floral design to center of box. Monogram OFS to top right of box. Some wear to leather stiching on right side end of lid. Else, this box has a beautiful antique leather patina and is in VG condition. Circa 1930 Ashtray is stamped 925 sterling and is shaped into a gambler's spade. Possibly Mexican. Old style bullet etch "G" monogram to top center of ashtray. Red Bakelite dice circa 1930 have a chip on one corner. Sold as found; As a personal set of some old-time gambler. This is a unique and very individualized set of gambler's accoutrements. I will be selling the whiskey flask from this set separately. Watch my other upcoming auctions for other interesting items.

Nice Old U.S. Cavalry Strap made by W. R. Case & Sons Cut. Co. PA (Pennsylvania)circa 1860-1880. Leather Stamped "U.S. Cavalry Strop" "W.R. Case & Sons..., and has issue number "700" at bottom. In good condition except for 1 small blade knick in leather (see Photo). Strap measures 22 inches long by 2 inches wide. A nice gift for the holidays for that discerning U.S. Cavalry collector.

Solid Iron Western Style Spurs with 5 star Texas Rowell. Circa 1900-1920. Possibly North and Judd makers. Original patina with old rust; in very good condition, some play in rowells; these have been worked and are still solid. Nickle silver spur buttons on the outside heel. No legible makers markings discernable through the rust. Guaranteed to be a nice early set of American Spurs 1900-1920.

Old Anchor Spurs with old leather straps. Solid one-piece, cast, iron spurs with original rust in uncleaned condition. Possibly made by North and Judd. One spur has the remnants of the anchor stamp and the number 4 next to it. In very good condition with original rowels with not much play. Guaranteed to be an old and authentic American antique. Happy Holidays.

Old U.S. Bit; possibly Civil War or U.S. Cavalry issue. Stamped U.S. on one side of mouthpiece and has the number 2 on the other side. In addition, bit is stamped either NS or N8 on the side of the bit. One of the bit arms is slightly bent and could be straightened out. Bit has original rust and is guaranteed to be pre-1900. Recently obtained from a Colorado Civil War Collection/Estate. Happy Holidays.

Civil War Era Soldier's Buckle with Maltese Cross motif on front. Maker unknown. American buckle measures 2 3/4 by 2 inches and is in very good condition. Naturally oxidized high copper content bronze with no damage what-so-ever. Not sure whether buckle is of Union or Confederate issue. Guaranteed to be an original, vintage Civil War Era buckle. Originally part of a Colorado Civil War collection.

Vintage Civil War Era Soldier's buckle with bird dog embem on front. Maker unknown. Nickle plate on cast iron in good condition. Buckle measures 2 by 2 inches and has natural pitting and green oxidation. Guaranteed authentic historical American relic. Not sure if buckle is Union or Condederate issue; item is from a Colorado Civil War collection. A nice X-mas gift for the discerning history buff. Happy Holidays

Old Hermann H. Heiser Denver, Colorado Chaps. Circa 1930 or earlier. all intact, some stitching missing around front pocket flaps. One 3 inch cut and one 1/2 inch hole in leather to inside back portion of right side of chaps. One old leather repair to inside leather loop area where clasp attaches on left side. Four vintage clasps on each side. Well worn but still supple; Some chipping to bottom outers of chaps. No holes to outer portion of chaps. Belt portion all original. Early Heiser logo on pocket buttons. Offered for sale in As Found condition. Chaps originally from Ranch in Mosquero, New Mexico which was originally part of the original Baca Land Grant area. These Heiser chaps are getting increasingly hard to find and should not be undervalued because they have not been oiled. This is the real thing folks.

Old, Circa 1940 or earlier, Crockett Hackamore Bit with Old Leather. Likely, from just after Crockett moved to Boulder, Colorado. Early Mark in smaller upper-case letters (see photo). Marked CROCKETT below left purchase; Right side has no makers mark. Original Patina, some rust. Die-cut, hand finished iron. Original old leather with some replaced strap. Strap above right purchase has an old Heiser buckle and stamped Heiser grommet. Honestly can't discern if all leather is Heiser or just the one strap with the buckle and grommett. Bit is in very good condition and has no repairs, is not bent, and is still perfectly functional. A nice item for the serious CROCKETT collector. All items guaranteed as described.

Authentic Civil War Soldier's Cutlery Set. Includes foldable spoon, fork and single blade knife. Bone handles have hairline cracks on all three items (As seen in photos). The fork has a missing piece of bone towards the top. Blade on knife is in very good condition and is still relatively sharp. All three items are still in good working condition. All three measure roughly 5 1/2 inches long. No makers marks are evident on any item. Items were part of a large collection of Civil War and Cavalry items. Satisfaction guaranteed or your money back.

23rd Annual Reunion Southern Illinois, S & S Ass'n, Carbondale, August 23-25 1905. Invited Guest. Grand Army of the Republic Veteran commerative medal badge. 5 by 2 inches. In very good condition. Silk ribbon still intact and very legible. A nice ribbon and medal in very good condition from a Fort Collins, Colorado estate. A scarce find and perfect holiday gift for that special Civil War collector.

Civil War Belt Buckle. Maker unknown. 3 1/8 inches by 2 inches. Two crossed swords with a bow and an arrow on front of buckle. No marks on rear. Cast heavy, alloyed metal with hand filed markings to all edges. In very good condition, very little corrosion, some porosity; and overall no cracks or dents to body. Very Good condition. Guaranteed to be an authentic Civil War buckle. Fresh from Fort Collins, Colorado estate. An exceptional historical find. A perfect holiday gift for that special Civil War collector.

Collection of Civil War Artifacts. One heavily rusted stirrup; two old single spurs and a broken U.S. bit, possibly U.S. Cavalry, Indian Wars Period. All Items sold as is, as found. Stirrup and two spurs guaranteed to be vintage Civil War artifacts. Cavalry Bit is missing the bronze U.S. applique on the broken side. All items from a Fort Collins Estate of a Civil War collector. A nice little collection probably field collected by former owner. Would look great framed as a collection.

Old miner's lamp and candlestick found in southern Colorado by noted Colorado Mountaineer Robert Goodwin in the 1950's. Bronze Miner's lamp is in very good condition with one sm. dent to reflector and very little overall corrosion. Lamp measures 4 inches high from bottom to top of reflector by 2 inches in diameter at bottom. Miner's Candlestick measures 9 1/4 inches long by 3 3/4 high to top of intact hook. Candlestick is considerably older and more corroded with a curve to the spike end. Steel candlestick is in fair condition only, with a small missing piece from one of the hooks. Now offered for sale together for one price only. Nice Colorado Mining Memorabilia, ex Robert Goodwin Collection.

Circa 1930 Navajo Eyedazzler trading post rug. Larger size 91 inches long by 52 inches wide. Tight weave, possibly from the "Crystal" post weaving area. A beautiful orange hue rarely seen in rugs of this period-a vibrant pulsating design; and an exceptionaly fine and tight weave make this an excellent example of Navajo craftsmenship. Condition is Very Good- to Good+ (scale: poor, Good-+, Very Good-+, Fine). There are 5 small, less than 1/2 inch holes to interior field probably owing to former moth damage (see photos); some dirt and soiling but no urine stains. Rug is in as found condition, suitable for immediate display, or ready for a cleaning and some light repair. Seller guarantees an unconditional return policy and a one week inspection period on this rug, since photos fail to capture condition accurately. So, bid with confidence. S/H and insurance fees will not be refunded. Good luck.

Rare, Navajo transitional wearing blanket circa 1880. Blanket measures 87 by 55 inches and consists of heavy, single-ply, handspun, churro wool wefts on cotton warps. Blanket has an unusual, berry derived, purple and cochineal red dyed bands at the sides; with a simple natural brown lightning bolt design to the interior. Edge cords are three-ply with three areas in need of repair (see photos); there are two very small 1 inch holes to interior of rug at the side extremities, which are hardly visible due to thickness of the wool. Interior of rug has no holes or repair, but does have a lot of original dirt and soiling, not to mention some urine stains; some of which will come out with a good cleaning. There is no insect damage what-so-ever; but there is some red bleading to side bands. Blanket is extremely heavy and was most likely woven for indigenous use and not the tourist trade. Blankets of this age are very rare. I will be happy to supply further photos to interested parties only and will guarantee item as described.

Nice, old, Zuni three-band, natural turquoise, bracelet circa 1940. Thirty three 1/8 inch stone design with hand-filed and stamped design; in very good condition with no loose, cracked or missing stones. Stones have nicely aged and range from dark green to light blue. Bracelet measures 2 3/4 from side to side (wrist size) and 3/4 inch wide at top.

Beautiful Navajo Mercury Head Dime Necklace circa 1945. This necklace is comprised of 60 Hand-filed Mercury head dimes which all date between 1935-45 and a beautiful old Turquoise, cabachon, sandcast naja; which has three hairline matrix cracks. Sandcast naja and gem quality Arizona turquoise make this a highly wearable and attractive example of Navajo silversmithing. Now offered for sale on Ebay for the first time. Good luck.

Beautiful old pawn Zuni Bracelet circa 1930. Four-band design with forty seven 3/16 inch natural turquoise stones. Two stones and their respective bezels are missing from the extreme outer side. Bracelet has two old solid repairs to two of the inside coin silver bands (see photo). The rest of the bracelet is in very good condition with no loose, cracked or other missing stones. This very wearable bracelet is a beautiful example of the Zuni craft and would make a nice addition to any serious collection. Now offered for sale for the first time on Ebay. Good luck.

Beautiful, Navajo, squashblossom necklace circa 1950-60 with 17 mounted gem-quality Turquoise stones; most likely from Arizona mines. Unmarked silver necklace is in excellent condition with no loose or cracked stones and the colours are a brilliant natural blue. A fine example offered now, for sale, on Ebay for the first time. Good Luck.

One-of-a-kind, beautiful, Zuni, Stylized bird motif Squash blossom; signed "Adeline Bowannie Zuni" circa 1945-65. Inlaid design cosists of natural turquoise, coral, jet and shell. Necklace is in very good condition, except for the eye of one bird which has popped loose (see photo). Else, this piece is in wonderful condition. Aside from central naja design there are 10 beautifully hand-made birds. necklace has a nice old patina and is clearly signed Adeline Bowannie with an old price of $1,280.00 from prior owner. An excellent and rare example of Zuni jewelry making offered now for the first time on Ebay with a low reserve. Good Luck.

Exquisite old pawn, Zuni Bracelet circa 1920. Accentuated with 11 hand-cut and polished, natural, gem-quality, turquoise stones; and hand-stamped, coin silver, band decorated with starburst appliques. This bracelet has a nice old patina and is in overall excellent condition. The stones and bezels are in very good condition with no loose or cracked stones. there are two microscopic chips to the edge of 2 stones which can be expected of such an early piece. The turquoise was probably mined originally in Arizona and traded to the Zuni's at an early date; the stones' colours have nicely aged- making this a very desirable aquisition to any jewellry collection.

Collection of thirty vintage Dog tags mostly from Oklahoma and Indian Territories consisting of various sizes and shapes ranging in age from 1908-1955. Select cities include Talequah, Shawnee, Poteau, Chandler, El Reno, Kingfisher, Hobart, Colgate, Muldrow, Davenport, Stigler, Wanette, Mulhall, Sulpher, Arkansaw City, McAlester, Chant- To name a few. This extraordinary collection comes complete with display case and is presented here on E-bay for the first time. Good Luck.

Collection of 27 old bullets, 3 flint arrowheads, 1 steel arrowhead, 1 flint scraper, and one large 5 1/2 inch knife blade; Beautifully reframed in an old U.S. oval picture frame. Frame measures 20 1/2 inches long by 13 inches wide and has some old repair to eagle's head. Collection features large caliber bullets, beads and arrowheads which date to the Indian Wars of the late 1800's. This is an overall beautiful presentation of artifacts that would enhance any private collection.

Ca. 1920 Hopi basquetry plaque in excellent condition. plaque measures 10 1/2 inches in diameter and retains original vibrant colors. Plaques of this sort were only made in the second mesa villages. The design represents a masked being- "Kipok Kachina", The Warrior. Originally, these baskets were woven as food trays, many, however, were sold to tourists as souvenirs. This example fits the latter description in condition and use. A fine example in excellent condition.