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LOT 3072
Arturo Rojas
Relief Panel
Scene Engraved,
Highly Art Relief
Carved Birds Eye Maple Stock,
Winchester Model 1894 Lever Action Saddle Ring Carbine - Serial no.
636631, 30 WCF cal., 20 inch round bbl., blue finish, relief carved maple stock. Manufactured in 1912. This carbine has been
subsequently ornately engraved by Arturo Rojas of Dallas, Texas. The bottom of the frame is signed “PRIMITIVO ROJAS H. GRABADOR.” The carbine
features game scenes on both sides of the receiver. The left side features two elk surrounded by a floral pattern while the right side depicts a hunter
aiming a fleeing deer. The top of the bolt and receiver, as well as the lever and floorplate have also been embellished with a floral scrollwork pattern.
A hound game scene is depicted on the buttplate. The foregrip and stock set have also been hand carved by Rojas. The foregrip and wrist have
been given a floral scrollwork. The carving on the left side of the stock is a depiction of the Mexican eagle. The stock’s pistol grip has been carved
into the shape of a roaring lion that stares back at the shooter. Many of Rojas’ rifles feature an animal head carved into them. The ornate designs on
the rifle follow Rojas’ design philosophy which comes out of respect for the firearm. In an interview he stated, “ The gun, thanks to it, we have certain
freedoms. But it lacks, lets call it, good taste. A custom gun looks pretty. It removes the ugliness.”
CONDITION: Very fine retaining 75% high polished finish with plum coloration on the balance. The magazine tube has four small dents, one towards the
barrel band at the muzzle and three towards the foregrip. Foregrip is excellent with very minor handling marks and crisp carving.
The stock is also very fine with some minor handling marks. Mechanically functions, loading gate needs adjustment. This is an
extraordinary example of Arturo Rojas’ unique style of artistry.
Estimate: 6,000 - 10,000
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