Posts Tagged ‘the Outlaw’

Back in the 70s when I was learning the ins and outs of the antique business, there were plenty of places to look for that great “find.” Everyone seemed to be chasing these same things – baskets, decoys, crocks with blue decoration, country furniture in old paint, of course, and Remingtons. In 1972, the Bronco Buster sold for $75,000 – one of the 1905-1906 series. To find one would be the equivalent of hitting the jackpot.

I hadn’t thought about Remington Bronzes in years…and never did find one of the originals. Outside of collections and the most respected auction houses, they simply aren’t available. Today, the Bronco Buster that sold in 1972 would be worth upwards of $350,000.

The antique business continues to surprise me. Just recently, for example, one of my longtime customers was downsizing his home and asked if I would consider giving him some advice. I arrived at his home and walked into what seemed like Remington bronze heaven – very exciting! Although none were first editions, it certainly brought back memories of the ones that got away. While antiquing, they remain something to keep an eye out for – chances are that they are recast but many that were done during the 70s were done quite well and in limited editions. As long as they are fairly priced, they are wonderful sculptures to own. Happy hunting – you just never know.

Frederick Remington (1861-1909) cast 22 different subjects such as The Outlaw, The Buffalo Horse and Mountain Man in an Old West theme. The original molds were destroyed after the death of his wife, Eva Remington in 1918.