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All Things Beautiful: Property from an American Private Collection ANDY WARHOL 1928 - 1987 GENERAL CUSTER (F. & S. II.379) Screenprint in colors, 1986, signed in pencil and inscribed 'HC 12/15', an hors commerce impression aside from the numbered edition of 250 plus 50 artist's proofs, from Cowboys and Indians, on Lenox Museum Board, with the blindstamp of the printer, Rupert Jasen Smith, published by Gaultney, Klineman Art, Inc., New York, and with their inkstamp on the verso, framed sheet: 914 by 917 mm 36 by 36⅛ in

andy warhol | general custer (f. & s. ii.379)

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Andy Warhol 1928 - 1987 General Custer, from Cowboys and Indians (see F. & S. IIB.379) signed in pencil, inscribed and numbered TP 34/36 screenprint in a unique colour combination on Lenox Museum Board sheet: 915 by 914 mm. 36 by 36 in. Executed in 1986, this impression is a unique trial proof aside from the edition of 250 plus 50 artist's proofs, with the blindstamp of the printer, Rupert Jasen Smith, published by Gaultney-Klineman Art, Inc., New York, with their ink stamp verso.

View 1 of Lot 5: General Custer, from Cowboys and Indians (see F. & S. IIB.379)

general custer, from cowboys and indians (see f. & s. iib.379)

Andy Warhol 1928 - 1987 General Custer, from Cowboys and Indians (see Feldman & Schellmann IIB.379) with the Andy Warhol Art Authentication Board, Inc. Outside the Published Edition inkstamp on the verso and inscribed in pencil 116.083 screenprint in a unique color combination on Lenox Museum Board sheet: 36 by 36 in. 915 by 914 mm. Executed in 1986; this impression is a proof aside from the numbered edition of 250 plus 50 artist's proofs, published by Gaultney, Klineman Art, Inc.

View 1 of Lot 186: General Custer, from Cowboys and Indians (see Feldman & Schellmann IIB.379)

general custer, from cowboys and indians (see feldman & schellmann iib.379)

Silkscreen printed in colours, 1986, signed in pencil, numbered TP 16/36, a trial proof printed in a unique combination of colours, aside from the edition of 250, printed by Rupert Jasen Smith, on Lenox Museum Board, the full sheet printed to the edges, in good condition apart from some slight scuffing visible in a raking light in the black background (mostly at upper left)

general custer (see f.& s.ii.b379)

Screenprint in colors, 1986, signed in pencil and numbered 202/250 (total edition includes 50 artist's proofs), from the Cowboys and Indians portfolio, on Lenox Museum Board, with the blindstamp of the printer, Rupert Jasen Smith, New York, and the inkstamps of the artist and the publisher, Gaultney, Klineman Art, Inc., New York, on the verso, framed

general custer (f. & s. ii.379)

Prints

Screenprint in colors, 1986, signed in pencil and numbered 145/250, (total edition includes 50 artist's proofs), on Lenox Museum Board, from the Cowboys and Indians portfolio, published by Gaultney, Klineman Fine Art, New York, the full sheet, printed to the edges at top and bottom, in good condition, framed

Screenprint in colors, 1986, signed in pencil and numbered 137/250 (total edition includes 50 artist's proofs), on Lenox Museum Board, from the portfolio Cowboys and Indians, published by Gaultney, Klineman Art, Inc., New York, the full sheet, in good condition, framed

Modern and Contemporary Prints including Pablo Picasso: Master Printmaker, Works from a Private European Collection

Screenprint in colours, 1986, signed in pencil, numbered 80/250, on Lenox Museum Board, printed by Rupert Jasen Smith, published by Gaultney, Klineman Art, Inc., New York, with their stamp verso

cowboys and indians: general custer (f. & s. ii.379)

American Paintings

keep to your sabers, men! (generals custer and hampton, gettysburg, pennsylvania, july 3, 1863)

Books &amp; Manuscripts

Pencil drawing, signed ("G.A.C."), 5 3/4 x 9 in.; 146 x 228 mm, title inscribed on the verso with attestation by John Camush; formerly folded, small fold tears at top, left, and in center, a few small stains.

"general custer's tent as drawn by him, 1863"

Screenprint in colors, 1986, signed in pencil, numbered 200/250 (total edition includes 50 artist's proofs), from the Cowboys and Indians portfolio, on Lenox Museum Board, with the blindstamp of the printer Rupert Jansen Smith, New York, with the ink stamp of the publisher Gaultney-Klineman Art Inc., New York, on the verso

Screenprint in colors, 1986, signed in pencil, numbered IX/X, total edition includes 250 proofs in Arabic numbers and 50 artist's proofs, from the Cowboys and Indians portfolio, on Lenox Museum Board, with the blindstamp of the printer, Rupert Jasen Smith, New York, published by Gaultney-Klineman Art Inc., New York, on the verso, framed

andy warhol (1928-1987) general custer (f. & s. ii.379)

custer, george, general

Screenprint in colors, 1986, from Cowboys and Indians, signed in pencil and inscribed 'TP 27/36', a unique color trial proof, aside from the numbered edition of 250 (total edition includes 50 artist's proofs), on Lenox Museum Board, published by Gaultney, Klineman Art, Inc., New York with their inkstamp on the verso, printed by Rupert Jasen Smith, New York, and with his blindstamp, framed

Screenprint in colors, 1986, signed in pencil, numbered 17/250 (total edition includes 50 artist's proofs), from the Cowboys And Indians portfolio, on Lenox Museum Board, with the blindstamp of the printer, Rupert Jasen Smith, New York, framed

My Life on the Plains, or Personal Experiences with Indians. New York: Sheldon and Company, 1874

custer, general g.a.

Screenprint in colours, 1986, from Cowboys and Indians, signed in pencil, numbered 234/250 (total edition includes 50 artist's proofs), with the printer's blindstamp, Rupert Jasen Smith, with the publisher's stamp verso, Gaultney, Klineman Art, Inc., New York, with the artist's copyright stamp verso, on Lenox Museum Board, framed 

The Passion of American Collectors: Property of Barbara and Ira Lipman | Highly Important Printed and Manuscript Americana 

Gibbon, John Custer & His Orders. [no place, ca. 1892] Autograph manuscript unsigned, 19 pages (10 x 7 1/2 in.; 248 x 190 mm) on unlined paper written rectos only, with one smaller slip of paper containing a "Note"; general light browning, puncture at center head of each page from brass fastener of sorts. Half green morocco folding-case gilt, chemise. General Gibbon reflects on Custer's failure to follow his orders, which lead to his disastrous encounter with the Lakota, Northern Cheyenne, and Arapaho at the Battle of the Little Bighorn. A major question concerning the Custer massacre revolves around the interpretation of his orders and whether he exceeded or ignored them in engaging the Native American forces well before the arrival of Gibbon and his reinforcements. Commander Alfred H. Terry met with Custer and Gibbon on 21 June 1876 to lay his final plans. After Little Big Horn, Terry remained silent, refusing to place any direct blame on Custer. In the present manuscript, Gibbon presents his recollections and comments on the subject. Unpublished, Gibbon's "Custer & his Orders" was intended as an addition to published articles by Gibbon on the Sioux Campaign gathered for a projected but unrealized book on his western experiences. Gibbon writes in considerable detail about discussions at the meeting of the three men and then what happened next: "Custer did not follow the line of the march marked out for him. … It is difficult to account for Custer's failure to communicate. …" Gibbon continues, "His reasons for not conforming to the 'desires' of his Dept. Comdr. as expressed in his letter of instructions can never now be known. … [T]he general rule prevails in all well disciplined military bodies that the wishes of the commander are … to be construed as orders." Gibbon concludes: "A military commander in the field is supreme over every thing within his reach … he may act on his own responsibility if he chooses." A significant commentary on the Little Bighorn by one of Custer's superior officers, who was deeply involved with the planning and prosecution of the Indian Wars. Gibbon and his troops reached the Little Bighorn on 27 June 1776, the day after the battle, not only helping to bury the dead but also probably saving the lives of the several hundred men under the command of Major Marcus Reno who were still under siege.

View 1 of Lot 213: Gibbon, John | A significant commentary on the Battle of the Little Bighorn

gibbon, john | a significant commentary on the battle of the little bighorn

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Legends of The Wild West 15 Year Old 114.3 Proof NV

Legends of The Wild West 15 Year Old 114.3 Proof NV General Custer bottling, Japanese export, gold wax capsule has air bubble on one side, plastic adhered around wax capsule 1 bottle 75cl (no original packaging) Please refer to images for levels and conditions ﻿All Lots are offered for sale in the condition they are in at the time of sale and sold “AS IS” in accordance with the Conditions of Business for Buyers. Prospective buyers should inspect each Lot to satisfy themselves as to condition. The images provided here are provided to assist you with assessing the condition of each Lot and are for guidance only; they should not be considered a replacement for inspecting the Lot in person. Buyers are encouraged to collect their purchased Lots in person at our New York premises. Please note we do not ship spirits to any location outside of Manhattan. ﻿Please note that all spirits are sold for collection in New York or delivery within New York via specialized carriers. For delivery outside of the United States, please see Important Information for Purchases at Wine and Spirit Sales in the Conditions of Business. Please note that for Wine and Spirits Lots, the Buyer’s Premium rate is 24% of the Hammer Price and the Overhead Premium rate is 1% of the Hammer Price. The Buyer’s Premium and Overhead Premium are subject to any applicable VAT/GST and/or sales or use tax. Please refer to the Conditions of Business for further details.

View 1 of Lot 200: Legends of The Wild West 15 Year Old 114.3 Proof NV (1 Bottle 75cl)

legends of the wild west 15 year old 114.3 proof nv (1 bottle 75cl)

Fine Books and Manuscripts, Including Americana. Part 2

Custer, George Armstrong Autograph letter signed ("GA Custer | Lt Col 7th Cav | Brvt MajGenl") to to Senator Jacob M. Howard of Michigan 3 1/4 pages (249 x 198 mm) on 2 leaves of blue-ruled paper, Fort Riley Kansas, 26 December 1866, file docket and number stamp (333) on last page; final page lightly soiled. The "Boy General" tries to salvage his nascent political career, excoriating the lenient Reconstruction policies of Andrew Johnson and advocating for "impartial suffrage" for African American men. Major General (Brevet) George Armstrong Custer mustered out of the U.S. volunteer service and considered his options for the future. The possibilities certainly included a return to military service in the Regular Army, but they also encompassed a potential run for the House of Representatives from Michigan. Custer positioned himself as a moderate and helped start the Soldiers and Sailors Union in response to the highly partisan Grand Army of the Republic. He attended the National Union Convention, which was held in Philadelphia, 14–16 August 1866, and was intended to encourage political support for President Andrew Johnson, who had angered both the moderate and radical wings of the Republican Party with his Reconstruction policies. Shortly after the Philadelphia convention, Custer was part of Johnson’s Swing Around the Circle train tour, during which Johnson and other speakers defended his conciliatory policy towards the South and touted his preferred candidates (usually Democrats) for the looming mid-term election. This led to speculation that Custer’s appointment, 28 July 1866, as lieutenant colonel of the newly created 7th Cavalry Regiment was made in order to secure his participation in the “Swing Around the Circle.” Ultimately, the tour proved a disaster, with Johnson facing increasingly hostile crowds and frequently losing his composure. In the present letter to one of his political mentors, Senator Jacob M. Howard of Michigan, Custer has clearly taken note of the shifting political winds and attempts to distance himself from Johnson and his policies, while still advocating for African American suffrage: "Enclosed you will find copies of correspondence with Gen Alger and Col McReynolds [not present] which I hope you will read carefully and judge accordingly. I assure you I have been misjudged although I will admit I have given past grounds. I have never been the supporter of Mr. Johnsons policy as represented. On the contrary I have always condemned his unlimited exercise of the pardoning power as well as the conferring of political power upon leading rebels. I attended the Phil Convention not to support Mr. Johnson or his policy but with the hope that there would be announced a plan upon which Congress & the President might unite. As soon as I saw the uses made of the movement by Copperheads and peace men who hoped thereby to regain their former power I turned my head upon the movement and in the only section where I endeavored to exercise an influence, my own Dist, I was decided and outspoken against the Johnson Candidacy and supported Hon. F. C. Becusse(?), and as I believe increased the latters majority by no inconsiderable number of votes. If it has been stated that the President gave me my appointment as Lt Col in the regular Army this is an error. I am indebted to Andrew Johnson for nothing. My appointment was decided upon by the Sec of War & Genl Grant without the knowledge or advice of the President, and before I had taken many part in political affairs. This can be verified by the Sec of War. I am opposed to the idea of general Amnesty, believing amnesty should never be granted to the leaders so far as political power is concerned. I would grant the right of suffrage to the colored men but would prefer the method of impartial suffrage rather than universal suffrage. I trust you will give this and accompanying papers your favorable consideration and believe me. …” Custer's miscalculations proved fatal to his political ambitions. He ended up alienating both Johnson and Ulysses S. Grant, who succeeded him in the White House. Custer remained with the 7th Cavalry until its encounter with a combined war party of Lakota Sioux, Northern Cheyenne, and Arapaho along the Little Bighorn River, 25–26 June 1876.

View 1 of Lot 1053: Custer, George Armstrong | Custer attacks Andrew Johnson and advocates for Black suffrage

custer, george armstrong | custer attacks andrew johnson and advocates for black suffrage

Presidential and Other American Manuscripts from the Dr. Robert Small Trust

Manuscript document signed by Assistant Adjutant General William M.H. Henry ("Wm. M. Henry"), 2 pages (9 7/8 x 7 5/8 in.; 250 x 195 mm), West Point, New York, 8 October 1877, on blue-ruled paper headed "Headquarters Department of West Point, | United States Military Academy," being Special Orders No. 123 of John McAllister Schofield, Major General and Commandant of the post, specifying the Battalions assigned to the funeral of General Custer; faint browning to edges.

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Fine Books and Manuscripts including Property from the Eric C. Caren Collection

Property from the Eric C. Caren Collection

Property from the Eric C. Caren Collection (CUSTER, GEORGE ARMSTRONG & THE BATTLE OF THE LITTLE BIGHORN) "The Massacre. A Detailed Report of Horrible Slaughter on the Little Horn," in Omaha Republican Extra. Omaha, Friday, July 7, 1876—2 O'Clock, P.M. Broadside newspaper Extra on wove paper (14 x 9 1/2 in.; 355 x 247 mm), text in three columns, early pencil correction of the name of one the casualties from Col. Coke to Cooke; creased at central fold with loss of several letters, one other pinhole and a few very tiny marginal tears or chips. The consignor has independently obtained a letter of authenticity from PSA that will accompany the lot. The only procurable contemporary broadside on Custer's Last Stand: "Gen. Custer attacked on the 25th, and after one hour's fighting no man of those who fought so gallantly was left to tell the tale." This hurried Extra from the Omaha Republican prints a surprisingly accurate and temperate account of the Battle of the Little Bighorn, sent from Bismarck, Dakota Territory, by a special correspondent to the Chicago Times. This Extra appeared the day after the battle was first reported in The Helena (Montana) Independent and The New York Times. "Gen. Custer was surrounded on every hand by the Indians, and his men and horses fell as they fought on the skirmish line, or in the line of battle. Custer was among the last to fall, but when his cheering voice was no longer heard, the Indians made easy work of the remainder. … The bodies [were ] stripped and most of them horribly mutilated. Custer was not mutilated. He was shot through the body and through the head." The special correspondent also notes that Mark Kellogg, a reporter for the Bismarck Tribune, was also killed but not mutilated, remarking "Perhaps even the Indians, who had learned to fear and respect Custer, had also realized the power of the lead-pencil and had come to respect those who wield it." In addition to correctly reporting the length of the battle and the cause of Custer's death, the broadside Extra also reports the casualties almost exactly, although it does exaggerate the number of Lakota, Dakota, Northern Cheyenne, and Arapaho warriors. Major Marcus Reno's ancillary battle and his eventual rescue by General Alfred Terry are also described. Very rare; this is likely the only copy in private hands.

(custer, george armstrong & the battle of the little bighorn) | "the massacre. a detailed report of horrible slaughter on the little horn," in omaha republican extra. omaha, friday, july 7, 1876—2 o'clock, p.m.

Fine Manuscript and Printed Americana

CUSTER, GEORGE A. DOCUMENT SIGNED ("G.A. CUSTER") AS LIEUTENANT COLONEL OF THE SEVENTH CAVALRY REGIMENT, MAKING AN INVENTORY OF EQUIPMENT, MUCH OF WHICH WAS UNUSABLE One page (15 3/4 x 24 1/8 in.; 400 x 612 mm), Fort Abraham Lincoln, Dakota Territory, 11 February 1875; minor losses, staining, several tears as well as repairs on verso at creases. Report from the last frontier post Custer and his immediate command were stationed at before marching to the Battle of The Little Big Horn. Signed by his brother Thomas W. Custer ("T.W. Custer"). A large amount of equipment is inventoried, including insignia, bedsacks, mess packs, hatchets, and a trumpet, most of which is remarked as "worn out, broken, worthless" with allusions to the regiment's field service. Only the shelter tents were deemed worth saving, and "recommended to be used for horse covers." Several endorsements on verso, one signed by Lt. Col. (later General) E.S. Otis.

custer, george a. document signed, fort abraham lincoln, dakota territory, 11 february 1875

Gallison Hall: The James F. Scott Collection

framed, together with a photograph of General George Crook and a typed letter describing the history of the flag: Dear Jeff: / Here's the flag Val and I promised you way last June. / It's called a guidon (used to guide troops into battle) and was first used by Gen. Phil Sheridan's men in the Civil war. It has 34 stars -- the 34th added when Kansas was admitted to the Union in 1861 (even before Nevada was a state).  Gen. George Crook, who served under Sheridan, took it with him to the Bad Lands of South Dakota when he was assigned to put down the Sioux Indian uprising after the Custer massacre in 1876.  The Indian chief, Sitting Bull, surrendered to Gen. Crook and the Sioux problem was solved. / Gen. Crook (still flying this flag) was sent to Idaho to tame the Piute and Snake Indians, which he did.  His greatest triumph was crushing the Apache menace in Arizona and putting their fierce leader Geronimo out of circulation in 1886, thus making the west safe for white people. / Gen. Crook died, strangely enough, of natural causes in 1890 and this flag was handed down through generations.  It was given to us by his last known heir, a friend of ours.  Many years ago the Chicago Tribune had a contest to see who had the oldest flag.  This battle-scarred 100 year old veteran won hands down. It really belongs under glass in a museum.  Do not attempt to clean it -- it would fall apart. / It is a great relic of our nation's growth and had a major role in making American the most wonderful country in the world. / Warmest regards / DICK (inscribed in pencil) / Dick Blakesley

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