We buy Art, Furniture, Wood Work and Ephemera by Charles Bolsius
We are actively seeking art, woodwork, and ephemera created by Tucson artist Charles Bolsius. Whether you have a painting, sculpture, carved piece of furniture, or any other artistic creation by Bolsius, we are interested in exploring the opportunity to purchase it. We recognize the value and significance of Bolsius' work and are committed to preserving his extraordinary contributions. If you have any Charles Bolsius artwork or related items you are considering selling, we invite you to reach out to us. We look forward to connecting with you. Email us at: contact@charlesbolsius.com
Catalog Raisonné and Authentication
We actively manage the Charles Bolsius catalog raisonné, ensuring that each piece is thoroughly documented and authenticated. If you own artwork, furniture, or other creations by Bolsius, we encourage you to get in touch. We can provide formal attribution or a letter of authenticity for qualifying works and are always eager to explore potential additions to this important catalog.
Bolsius Hand-Carved Doors
Charles Bolsius was noted for his beautifully hand-carved doors, which reflect his masterful craftsmanship and unique artistic vision. These doors, often seen in homes and buildings throughout the American Southwest, feature intricate designs that blend European influences with Southwestern themes. Bolsius occasionally collaborated with other artists, including Veronica Hughart, whose own craftsmanship complemented his work and added depth to these one-of-a-kind pieces. If you believe you have an example of Bolsius’ woodwork or a hand-carved door, we encourage you to contact us via email. We would be happy to assist in identifying and authenticating the piece.
Missing Pieces
Much of Charles Bolsius' artistic legacy remains unaccounted for. Numerous paintings, carved furnishings, and decorative objects created by Bolsius are known to have existed, yet their current locations remain unknown. Many remain in private hands, while others have simply disappeared from the historical record.
In the historic photograph below, an image of the Bolsius home illustrates the importance of this search. Two paintings by Charles Bolsius are visible on the dining room walls: a saguaro landscape and a seascape. The present locations of both paintings are unknown.
In June 2003, the Aspen Fire on Mount Lemmon destroyed Charles and Leora Bolsius' cabin, Château LeaChar, in Willow Canyon. From approximately 1970 until its destruction, the cabin served as the couple's summer retreat from the desert summer heat. Everything inside was lost. No known photographs documenting the cabin's interior or exterior have been identified, and no inventory of its contents is known to exist. Consequently, it is impossible to determine what, if any, artworks, artworks, furniture, carvings, archival materials, or personal effects may have been in the cabin at the time of the fire.
If you own a Charles Bolsius painting, piece of furniture, carving, photograph, or archival material, or have memories of the Mount Lemmon cabin, we would love to hear from you. Every discovery helps preserve the story of one of Arizona's important artists.
