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May Western Auction: Presented By The Sacramento Consignment Center

Sun, May 3, 2026 04:00PM EDT - Sun, May 17, 2026 04:00PM EDT
Lot 504

Karl Bodmer (Swiss, 1809–1893), Indianische Geräthschaften und Waffen / Indian Utensils and Arms, 1841

Estimate: $250 - $500

Bid Increments

Price Bid Increment
$50 $10
$200 $25
$1,000 $50
$3,000 $100

Hand-colored aquatint engraving on wove paper, from Reise in das Innere Nord-America in den Jahren 1832 bis 1834 (Voyage in the Interior of North America), Tab. 46.

Published by Ackermann & Co., London, June 1, 1841; also issued by Arthus Bertrand, Paris, and J. Hölscher, Koblenz.

Karl Bodmer’s expedition prints, produced after his travels with Prince Maximilian of Wied-Neuwied from 1832–34, are considered the most accurate and important visual record of Native American life in the early 19th century. This plate, “Indian Utensils and Arms,” is among the most sought-after for its breadth of ethnographic detail. This is an original first edition folio-sized engraving from the landmark series.

Dimensions: Sight approx. 14 1/4 x 18 in.; frame approx. 23 1/2 x 26 1/2 in.

This lot may be picked up free of charge from our facilities in Sacramento, CA. Processing and shipping within the Continental US $120.00. All FedEx packages are sent with Direct Signature Required and insured at full replacement value for a fee of 1.5% of the purchase price, unless buyer accepts complete liability in writing. Discounts given on combined lot shipping.

Condition

Toning and light staining to margins; colors remain strong. Not examined out of frame. Please see photos.

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Walter Moreau, San Francisco (seller); Al and Carol Cali Collection.