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LOT 1053
LOT 1054
Excellent Framed Maas & Steffen Co. December 1948 “The Wandering Herd” Calendar by R.L. McCollister - Maas & Steffen Co. calendar with R. L. McCollister’s “The Wandering Herd” in the upper panel. The work depicts
a hunter and
his dogs as they
evidently spooked
a herd of reindeer.
The hunter is
armed with his
trusty lever action
rifle, but is unable
to get a shot off
on the herd as he
makes a failing
attempt at controlling his dogs. Below the artwork is Maas & Seffen’s claim to be the largest receivers of fine furs. Below the address is a December 1948 calendar which additionally gives information on the phases of the moon. Mounted in a wooden frame with the story of the wandering herd attached to the back. Frame measures 14
inches x 30 3/4 inches.
CONDITION: Excellent overall with limited handling marks, some edge wear, and a few creases forming towards
the top.
Provenance: The George F. Gamble Collection.
Estimate: 900 - 1,400 47
Framed Maas
& Steffen Co. A
“Bear” Chance
1946 Calendar
by A. Russell -
Maas & Steffen
Co. “A “BEAR”
CHANCE calendar. The artwork by A. Russell on the upper portion depicts a hunter and his dogs as they attempt to snatch a polar bear cub away from it’s mother. The hunter is armed with a rifle which will likely be used to stave off the rage of the beast. A December, 1946 calendar is attached to the bottom of the poster. Mounted in a wooden frame. Frame measures 18 inches x 30 1/2 inches.
CONDITION: Very good with storage and handling marks, some creasing, and a small tear on the left side. Colors remain vibrant.
Provenance: The George F. Gamble Collection.
Estimate: 1,500 - 2,500