Lusher Fine Art’s August Premier Auctionis making its way back to bidders on Wednesday, August 6, at high noon. Initially built by Ted Lusher over several decades, the Lusher Private Collection features a wide variety of materials that document the Southwestern border areas of the United States and adjacent parts of Mexico. The gallery has a deep interest in the history of early America and the Southwestern states and aims to reflect that interest in various sales throughout the year.
Navajo Two Grey Hills Rug, ca. 1930s, handwoven from native handspun wools both weft and warp, featuring design with a central stepped and hooked diamond with quarter diamond elements reaching into each corner on variegated gray field, 78 ½ x 52 in. Estimate: $4.5/6,500
In this upcoming mid-summer sale, collectors will find a wide array of Western artifacts across several centuries, offering a truly robust survey of Western history and culture. In total, more than 300 lots will be on offer.
Lisa Delisi, Stopping at Falls, oil on board, 28 x 22 in. Estimate: $2.5/3,500
“Our Premier Auction highlights Western, Native American and Mexican Charro art and artifacts,” says Chris Lusher, owner of Lusher Fine Art. “This auction provides collectors an opportunity to explore American history and its rich culture through the unique art and artifacts offered. Each piece holds a story from the past. The diverse collection showcases everything from intricately designed Western saddles and vintage weapons to Mexican parade saddles and exquisite Native American beadwork, pottery, weavings and jewelry, detailed spurs, fine Western and Native American art and photographs.”
Rare Henry Carbine made in 1864, with accompanying letter from George Madis. Estimate: $65/70,000
Lusher adds that they are excited to offer a rare antique Henry carbine rifle, which includes a letter of authenticity from George Madis, an expert on Winchester rifles. The rifle has a presale estimate of $65,000 to $70,000. “We will also be offering a Maine & Winchester 1850s California-style saddle featured on Antiques Roadshow,” he says. “A unique item for Western film collectors included in the auction is a pair of spurs from the personal collection of James Arness, Gunsmoke’s Sheriff Matt Dillon.”
Keyston brown parade saddle, brown color with silver conchos and deep floral tooling Estimate: $3/6,000
Additional highlights include a Navajo Two Grey Hills rug from the 1930s estimated at $4,500 to $6,500, as well as a Keyston brown parade saddle and paintings by Lisa Delisi and Don Crook. The auction will be held both in person and online through LiveAuctioneers and iCollector. —
August Premier Auction
August 6, 2025
Lusher Fine Art
1616 Old Pecos Trail
Santa Fe, NM 87505
www.lusherfineart.com
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