Blue Rabbits VI.
Appliqued and pieced quilt by Carol Ann Wadley, Temple, TX

Approximately 51” x 76”

Fabric artist Carol Ann Wadley is fascinated by the plants, animals, and colors of the Chihuahuan Desert. In this, here latest of the Blue Rabbits series, she introduces prairie dogs and burrowing owls to her menagerie of desert animals. Blue Rabbits VI was created especially for the CDRI auction.

Bookmatched veneer walnut chest of drawers, ca. 1850
Estate of Kathryn Johns Gloyd

This lovely bureau belonged to Roger Conant’s great-grandmother. She was born in England in 1816, moved to the Americas when she was 13, and died in New York in 1908. The bureau was passed down through the family. Roger gave it to his wife, Kathryn Johns Gloyd, as a gift.

The bureau is of burled walnut with a solid top, original hardware, and dovetailed drawer boxes. It has a few dings and chips, but looks good otherwise.

For local pickup only.

Lane Cedar Chest
Estate of Kathryn Johns Gloyd

Remember Lane cedar chests? This nice, simple chest is fairly old. We’re still doing the research to find out how old! (Can anyone help?)

For local pickup only.

Bamberger Ranch Preserve Landowner Workshop
Donated by J. David Bamberger

Selah, Bamberger Ranch Preserve is a 5,500 acre ranch that has been described as the largest habitat restoration project on private land in Texas. Their success is nationally recognized and, in this auction package, you’ll benefit by being able to participate in one of their Landowner Workshops. The workshop takes place on the Bamberger Ranch near Johnson City.

You get to choose which workshop you want to attend. It’s a tough choice between land management, water, native trees and shrubs, or native grasses. All workshops are 8-hours long and include lunch and materials.

For a full description of the workshop, visit www.bambergerranch.org.

Bird with Moth Sculpture by Barry George
Donated by Barry George, Marfa & Austin

Barry George uses old-fashioned blacksmithing techniques and a NYC art-school education to craft new art from old metal. This piece, crafted especially for the CDRI auction, features a bird in its moment of triumph after catching a moth for dinner.

Vintage Serapes
Estate of Kathryn Johns Gloyd

Roger Conant’s wife loved serapes as much as Roger did. We’ll be able to offer four vintage serapes from Kathryn Gloyd’s estate during the auction.

Vintage Wool Rug
Estate of Kathryn Johns Gloyd

This large wool rug appears to be handwoven of handspun wool yarns. It would look beautiful in front of the fireplace!

Dark Canyon Entry Sentry
Gclee print by Sam Caldwell, Kingwood, TX

Sam Caldwell’s paintings and prints of the great outdoors are prized by collectors from Texas to Maine. His art has been featured in Texas Parks and Wildlife magazine and is sold in galleries in Houston and Dallas.

His generous donations to conservation organizations such as Ducks Unlimited and the Coastal Conservation Association have raised thousands of dollars to protect the land that he loves. His art and his land ethic were recognized in 2004 when he was named the “Texas State Artist 2004.”

“Dark Canyon Entry Sentry” is one of four gclee prints that Sam has donated to the CDRI. The prints are approximately 19″ tall (or wide) and are part of his Dark Canyon Suite–a series that captures the spirit of the desert.

Turquoise Slab Necklace
Donated by Margy Clark, El Paso

This southwestern necklce has unique slabs of natural turquoise interspaced with matching turquoise nuggets along the strand.

Montezuma Quail.
Hand-colored Lino Cut by Margie Crisp, Elgin, TX

Matted and framed limited edition print (3/15). Print is approximately 5”x5” in a 12”x12” frame.

Starting bid: $300

Margie captures the beauty and majesty of a male Montezuma Quail in this hand-colored lino cut print. To learn more about Margie and her work, visit www.margiecrisp.com.

Heading to Marathon
Original, framed watercolor by Texas State Artist, Sam Caldwell

In addition to the prints mentioned above, Sam Caldwell is offering this 30×24″, framed, original, watercolor to the CDRI auction.This is your chance to own an original piece of art by famed outdoor artist, Sam Caldwell.

Minimum bid: $2,000
Local pickup only.

Turquoise bead and inlaid shell necklace.
Donated by Margy Clark, El Paso

This beautiful necklace features sky-blue turquoise beads, silver accents, and a pendant made of a spiny oyster shell inlaid with multi-colored stones. The piece is Native American made.

“Sky Island.”
Original oil painting by Greg Allen.

Canvas is approximately 29 x 29 in. (For local pick up only)

Starting bid: $500

El Paso artist, Greg Allen, brings to life the landscape of the Southwest, capturing its light, forms, and architecture. The photograph does not do justice to “Sky Island”– Allen’s luminescent painting inspired by the red rocks and rolling green hills of the Davis Mountains. “Sky Island” was painted especially for the CDRI auction. To learn more about the artist, visit www.gregallensartwork.com.

Coral and Black Onyx Necklace
Donated by Margy Clark

Make a statement with this striking necklace! Heavy beads of red coral and black onyx will add pizzazz to your favorite outfit.

Quail Covey Fire Pit
Created by Jon & Beverly, Alpine

This heavy metal fire pit features quail chasing each other in an endless circle. Imagine this on your porch during a crisp fall evening. Add a few friends, and you’ve created a taste of West Texas!

For local pickup only.