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Tombstone Western Heritage Museum Auction: The Earp Brothers & Cowboys

Sat, Jul 26, 2025 11:00AM EDT
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Join North American Auction Company on July 26th for a once-in-a-lifetime auction of the Tombstone Western Heritage Museum Collection. This extraordinary sale features the largest private collection of Tombstone history, including rare and historic pieces tied to Wyatt Earp, the Earp Brothers, and the infamous Cochise Cowboys. From original artifacts, outlaw relics, and the largest collection of C.S. Fly photographs, this is a can’t-miss event for collectors of the Old West’s most legendary chapter.
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Lot 774

Buehman & Hartwell Cabinet Card Photos 1880s (3)

Estimate: $300 - $600
Starting Bid
$100

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Featured in this lot are three original photos taken by various photographers in Arizona Territory in the 1880-90s. The photographers included are H. Buehman, Hartwell and a joint studio between H. Buehman & Hartwell. The first photo was taken by H. Buehman at the San Xavier Mission in Pima County, Arizona Territory. It shows the alter inside the mission, showing amazing detail and attention to construction. It is marked on the bottom reading, "H. Buehman / Tucson, A.T.". This photo was owned by Dr. Goodfellow's daughter. The second photo was taken by Hartwell in Phoenix, Arizona. This photo shows a young woman leaning on a piano as she poses for the photo. She is wearing a long, white dress and has short hair. The bottom of the photo is marked reading, "Hartwell / Phoenix, Arizona". The third and final photo was taken by Buehman & Hartwell in Tucson, Arizona Territory. This photo shows a young boy riding on the back of a donkey as he looks towards the camera for the photo. He is wearing a button jacket and a black cap. A house can be seen in the background. The photo is marked reading, "Buehman & Hartwell / Tucson, A.T.". The photos in this lot show good condition overall with slight wear present from their age and use over the years, but no major signs of damage is noted. They measure from 8" L x 5" W to 6 1/2" L x 4 1/4" W. They have a collective weight of under 6 ounces. Provenance: From the Tombstone Western Heritage Museum in Tombstone, Arizona. CH70 P93 P124

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