Olaf Wieghorst Autographs, Memorabilia & Collectibles
OLAF WIEGHORST
Born: April 30, 1899 in Viborg, Denmark
Died: April 27, 1988 in El Cajon, California
Biography
Olaf Wieghorst (1899-1988), is best known for his poignant paintings of the American West. His work graced calendars and illustrated magazines, and commanded good prices from art collectors. Many of his pieces are on display at the Olaf Wieghorst Museum in El Cajon, near San Diego. Wieghorst was a circus stunt rider in Denmark before emigrating to the US at age 19, and he appeared in two John Wayne movies.
Film Credits
1963-McLintock! (Performer), 1966-El-Dorado (Performer)
Style
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OLAF WIEGHORST - COLLECTION WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 281337Typed letter signed: "Olaf Wieghorst", dated January 5, 1981, is addressed to Mr. & Mrs. S. Keyser, discussing painting commissions. Accompanied by a typed envelope with a handwritten return address. Both items are in fine condition.Sale Price $350.00
$425.00
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OLAF WIEGHORST - INVITATION SIGNED CIRCA 1969 - HFSID 76529Invitation signed by Olaf Wieghorst, reading "Olaf Wieghorst/2C" at the lower margin. It invites guests to a book party showcasing the artist's work, Picking The Trail, dated November 30, 1969.
Sale Price $245.00
$300.00
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OLAF WIEGHORST - PRINTED ART SIGNED IN INK - HFSID 89724Print of Navajo Madonna signed by artist Olaf Wieghorst with the signature "Olaf Wieghorst" in the lower margin. Depicting his renowned work from 1968, this print was published as a limited edition lithograph in 1972.
Sale Price $325.00
$400.00
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OLAF WIEGHORST - TYPED LETTER SIGNED 09/25/1980 - HFSID 294696Typed letter signed by Olaf Wieghorst on his personal illustrated letterhead, dated September 25, 1980. The letter expresses appreciation for a painting, mentions no paintings for sale, and includes a photo as requested.
Sale Price $375.00
$450.00
