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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 16

Ranch Romance Tombstone Pulp Mixed Media-Todhunter

Estimate: $600 - $800
Starting Bid
$150

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Featured in this lot is this pair of mixed media on board from the Ranch Romance Series of Tombstone Western Pump artwork attributed to R.E. Todhunter circa early 1900's and was displayed in the Tombstone Western Heritage Museum; Provenance: From the Tombstone Western Heritage Museum in Tombstone, Arizona. There are two pieces of artwork in this collection. The first is titled "Thunder in the Mesquite" and shows a couple riding in the night with the female looking to her right firing her sidearm into the night. The associated line from the Western Pulp dime novel on page 133 reads as follows: "Her Colt smoked its last as they surged away from the fence" The second shows a young couple riding in the same saddle lovingly traversing underneath a willow tree and is titled "The Lovable Liar". R.E. Todhunter was an American illustrator active in the early to mid-20th century, best known for his finely detailed lithographs of birds and natural scenes. His work often appeared in books, prints, and calendars, capturing the beauty of wildlife with scientific precision and artistic flair. While most of his known pieces focus on ornithological subjects, some sources and collectors also attribute Western-themed scenes to him, though these are harder to verify. Todhunter’s illustrations reflect a careful balance between realism and decorative composition, making his work popular among nature enthusiasts and vintage art collectors alike. The condition of this pair of huge mixed media pieces of artwork is well preserved with some browning to the board consistent with age but otherwise shows a well preserved overall condition. The measurements of each is 20" x 15". The collective weight of these pieces of artwork is 12oz.

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