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Gateway to the West: Property from the Collection of a Missouri Company
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- Sale 6305
Live
| Denver
Nov 12 | 10:00 AM MST
Live
| Denver
Sale 6305
| Denver
| Denver
Estimate$15,000 – $25,000
The paintings of Charlie Dye (1906-1972) are renowned for their celebration of the American West. Born in 1906 in New Mexico, Dye developed a deep appreciation for the region from an early age, which profoundly influenced his artistic career. He became known for his vibrant depictions of cowboys, horses, and the rugged landscapes of the West. The artist played a significant role in popularizing Western art in the mid-twentieth century, and his paintings contributed to a broader appreciation of cowboy culture. His dynamic compositions, attention to detail, and ability to evoke emotion through environment make Dye’s artworks stand apart.
In the American West, salt was essential for preserving food, enhancing flavor, and providing necessary minerals for livestock, especially in the arid Western regions where natural sources of salt were scarce. Those who aided in the production, transportation, and sale of salt were known as “salt packers.” These steadfast men crossed rugged, vast terrain to transport salt to trading posts, settlements, and ranches. The salt trade contributed to the development of transportation routes and settlements, influencing the establishment of important infrastructure and aiding in the growth of communities and economy in the Western frontier.
Overall good and stable condition; no detected craquelure, losses, or damage; slight yellowing of varnish visible throughout; faint scuff running vertically in upper left corner, approximately 2 inches in length and 3/4 inches from left edge - does not appear to impact the integrity of the painting. Framed dimensions: 34 1/8 x 46 1/8 inches. Please request additional images.
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Alexandria Dreas
Specialist, Head of Sale, Western and Contemporary Native American Art
