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LOT 1051
Desirable Bison Head Wall Mount Attributed
as Being Shot by L.A. Huffman - Mostly known for shooting Western American wildlife on film, this bison
head mount is attributed as being shot in the Montana Territory by famous western photographer, L.A. Huffman in 1882. Huffman (1854-1931) is best known for his photographs
portraying Native Americans, life in the American West, and wildlife of the same region. This mount
appears to be that of an adult female or young male bison. The mount is attributed on a small brass
plaque on the wood base, just above the head and the back is hand marked in black “LA HUFFMAN/MONTANA/TERRITORY/MILES CITY/1881”. The wood base is an oval of approximately 14 x 23 inches and it is approximately 17 1/2 inches from “wall” to the tip of
the snout.
CONDITION: Very good given the attributed age, with minimal visible wear, some minor age related drying, and some scattered minor handling/storage evidence on the wooden base. An excellent piece of western decor for your gun room or study attributed to one of the most famous artists of the American West!
Provenance: The John Fox Collection.
Estimate: 1,000 - 1,500
LOT 1052
“Huffman Pictures”
Marked American Bison
Skull - This American bison skull
is marked “HUFFMAN/PICTURES” on top
with an “Hm” cattle brand style logo below
it. It is possible this skull was used as a sign to mark the
studio of Laton Alton Huffman (1854-1931). Huffman
arrived in the Montana Territory in 1879 and became
the post photographer at Fort Keogh. From there
he documented the changing ways of life on the
frontier through portraits of the people, as well as
the wildlife, industries, and landscapes. The skull itself
is heavily weathered showing the appearance of having
been found on the frontier years after it was deposited
there. It measures approximately 27 1/4 inches between the tips of the horns and approximately 20 inches from the snout to top of the skull. There is a length of wire attached for hanging. CONDITION: Fine as showing a heavily weathered appearance, embodying the harsh climate of the American frontier from whence it came.
Provenance: The John Fox Collection.
Estimate: 900 - 1,500
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