Will James and Taos themed Collection 2025-10-26 Auction - 101 Price Results - Pure West Art Auction in AB
Will James, Lone Cowboy My Life Story Signed by Author, 1st Edition and 1st Printing, 1930 book.Will James, (1882-1942), Can't Turn 'Em - Original Artwork 1932Kathleen Wall, (B. 1973), Koshare Storyteller, Sculpture
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Calgary, AB, Canada
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Will James and Taos themed Collection

Pure West is pleased to present our Fall Auction, an online auction featuring an exceptional collection of Will James originals, prints and books, as well as an eclectic mix of southern Taos themed pieces. The sale is rounded out with a selection of originals, prints and memorabilia, offering something for every collector, decorator and treasure-hunter. Online Only. Opens Oct. 17. You will need to be registered with Pure West Auction to bid in this auction. A production of Pure West Auctions, Calgary, Alberta, Canada.
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Will James, My First Horse, 1st Edition 1940 book: Will James, My First Horse, 1st Edition and 1st Printing 1940 book. Hardcover book, color illustrated. Receipt for $1000 inside. Published by Charles Scribner's Sons. 7.25"W x 9.75"L x 0.5"D, 45 pp
0001: Will James, My First Horse, 1st Edition 1940 bookEst. CA$125-CA$375
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Will James, Smoky the Cow Horse, 1st Edition 1927 book: Will James, Smoky the Cow Horse, 1st Edition 1927 book. Hardcover book, black and white illustrated. Charles Scribner's Sons, good condition, 43 black and white illustrations. 5.5"W x 7.5"L x
0003: Will James, Smoky the Cow Horse, 1st Edition 1927 bookEst. CA$125-CA$375
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Will James, Cowboy Stories, 1st Edition 1951 book: Will James, Cowboy Stories, 1st Edition 1951 book. Paper Dust jacket is ripped, but the book itself is in good condition, numerous black and white illustrations. 6"W x 8.5"L x 1"D, 242 pp
0004: Will James, Cowboy Stories, 1st Edition 1951 bookEst. CA$125-CA$375
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Will James, (1882-1942), Can't Turn 'Em - Original Artwork 1932: Will James, (1882-1942), Can't Turn 'Em - Original Artwork 1932. 15x13", with frame 20x22"
0012: Will James, (1882-1942), Can't Turn 'Em - Original Artwork 1932Est. CA$18,000-CA$20,000
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Will James, (1882-1942), Now Push - Original Artwork 1935: Will James, (1882-1942), Now Push - Original Artwork 1935. 9x11", with frame 14x16" Additionally, this lot includes a separate unsigned Will James sketch. This graphite sketch of a bucking horse
0013: Will James, (1882-1942), Now Push - Original Artwork 1935Est. CA$10,000-CA$12,000
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Navajo Weaving: Navajo Chinle Weaving, Vegetal Dyed Wool. Provenance: purchased in 2014 from the Nizhoni Ranch Gallery in Sonoita, Arizona for the collection of Bernd Martens. 20" x 26 inches.
0014: Navajo WeavingEst. CA$300-CA$500
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Kim Seyesnem Obrzut, Married Hair, bronze: Kim Obrzut, (B. 1969) Married Hair, bronze on wooden base. Edition 5/35. Size 8" x 15". Kim Obrzut began her artistic journey painting figures on Arizona rocks as a child. A Fine Arts graduate from
0016: Kim Seyesnem Obrzut, Married Hair, bronzeEst. CA$500-CA$1,500
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Scott Rogers, Ke-Wa Corn Maiden, bronze, 2001: D.S. (Scott) Rogers, (B. 1961), Ke-Wa Corn Maiden, bronze. Edition 2/30, 2001. Signature and edition number on the base. Size 9" x 27". Utilizing sculpture and expanded forms of publishing, Scott
0017: Scott Rogers, Ke-Wa Corn Maiden, bronze, 2001Est. CA$1,500-CA$2,500
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Ben Crane, Untitled (Bronc Riding), 2000: Ben Crane, Untitled (Bronc Riding), 2000. Size 29" x 21". Raised on the Alberta prairies, Ben Crane connection to the western lifestyle is profound. This accomplished artist, a founding member of
0019: Ben Crane, Untitled (Bronc Riding), 2000Est. CA$100-CA$300
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Wooden Celtic Cross: Wooden Celtic Cross, Solid wood, Celtic artistry featuring traditional carving along the edges. The natural wood is rich in texture and character. Size 28" x 37". No shipping on this item. Pick up
0024: Wooden Celtic CrossEst. CA$100-CA$500