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The Tatonka Creek Wooden Chiefs Collection
As a natural extension of our passion for the rugged, historic American West, Tatonka Creek Ranch is proud to offer an exclusive, private gallery of premier cabin and lodge collectibles. Beyond the field, we specialize in sourcing elite Americana folk art for discerning sportsmen looking to elevate their private man caves, custom bars, and great rooms.
Our Featured Collection
Enhance your executive office, trophy room, or game area with elite tobacciana trade figures carved by the industry’s most celebrated masters. Our curated gallery features investment-quality, mid-to-late 20th-century sculptures from legendary carvers like the Gallagher Family (Ralph, John, and Frank), Pat Brumfield, Gene Delaney, and Disney master carver R.L. Blair. These striking showcase pieces deliver unparalleled presence and historic character without the astronomical price tag of a 19th-century antique.
Browse our current inventory below and contact the ranch office directly to arrange secure payment and custom freight shipping. We also offer a Layaway Program to help you reserve that Indian Chief you just got to have! Text or call us and lets talk about it!!
1. “Peace Pipe” Cigar Store Indian Chief
Discover a museum-grade masterpiece of Western Americana with this ultra-rare, 6-foot hand-carved “Peace Pipe” Cigar Store Indian Chief by celebrated Native American artist Ralph Gallagher (1926–2000).
Standing tall on a space-saving 12-inch base, this investment-tier sculpture features a gold buffalo chest medallion, an exceptionally rare white ceremonial medicine coat, and a vibrant turquoise blue ceremonial blanket configuration, holding a sacred peace pipe instead of standard commercial trade items.
Adhering to our strict curation philosophy, this statue is preserved in its 100% natural, untouched state—completely un-restored and un-repainted to maintain its authentic vintage patina, organic wood character, and maximum collector value exactly as the artist intended.
2. Table Top Cigar Indian Chief – 30″ tall
Discover a rare, investment-tier masterpiece of Western Americana with this authentic 30-inch hand-carved Cigar Store Indian Chief by celebrated Native American artist Ralph Gallagher (1926–2000). Masterfully sculpted from solid Colorado Aspen wood and perfectly scaled for tabletop or mantle display on a striking 7-inch “tom-tom” drum base, this exceptional piece features a carved turquoise medicine medallion, detailed war bonnet, and a traditional bundle of trade cigars. True to our strict curation standards, this statue is preserved in its 100% natural, untouched state—completely un-restored and un-repainted to maintain its rich vintage patina, organic wood character, and maximum collector value exactly as the artist intended. Perfect for the collector with a limited space. Call us today to reserve this incredible Chief!
3. Red Medicine Coat Cigar Indian Chief – 3 Foot
For the serious collector who demands pieces that stand out from the ordinary, this spectacular Cigar Chief is a crowning acquisition. This premium mid size statue is attributed to Ralph Gallagher and his magical workshop. While standard Gallagher Indians are traditionally finished in earth-toned colors, this Chief is adorned in a bold, deeply textured rare red medicine coat which is very hard to find. True to our strict curation standards, this statue is preserved in its 100% natural, untouched state—completely un-restored and un-repainted to maintain its rich vintage patina, organic wood character, and maximum collector value exactly as the artist intended. Perfect for the collector with a limited space. Call us today to reserve this incredible Chief!
4. Table Top Maiden / Squaw – 2 Foot
This exceptional Maiden statue is adorned in a beautifully sculpted fringed ceremonial dress, hand-chiseled turquoise stone necklace and neatly wrapped traditional braids. She stands proud on her Tom-Tom drum base. A very solid heavy statue for its size. Created by Brumfield! True to our strict curation standards, this statue is preserved in its 100% natural, untouched state—completely un-restored and un-repainted to maintain its rich vintage patina, organic wood character, and maximum collector value exactly as the artist intended. Perfect for the collector with a limited space. Welcome her into your home!
5. Massive Early Cigar Store Indian – 6 Foot / 150+lbs.
Discover a museum-grade masterpiece of Western Americana with this exceptionally early hand-carved Cigar Store Indian Chief by celebrated Native American artist Ralph Gallagher (1926-2000). Dating back to the 1960s or early 1970s, this gargantuan, life-sized sculpture stands a commanding 6 feet tall on an impressive 17-inch solid log base and weighs over 150 pounds, representing the raw power and bold chiseling of Gallagher’s earliest professional carving period. The towering figure is masterfully rendered with a detailed feathered war bonnet, a geometric V-shaped tribal collar neckline, hand-painted geometric shirt details, and a classic bundle of trade cigars held firmly in hand.
The dramatic side profile highlights the monumental scope of Gallagher’s early work, featuring a sweeping, full-length feathered war bonnet cascade that falls completely down the chief’s back, hand-chiseled with deep, shadow-catching grooves. The arm is intricately detailed with bold, layered chevron-style geometric paint patterns in crimson, cream, and black, terminating in crisp buckskin fringe. Down the side, the heavily patinated turquoise trousers display a deeply carved, prominent side-seam fringe that accents the statue’s immense 150-pound presence from every viewing angle.
True to our strict curation standards, this historic statue is preserved in its 100% natural, untouched state-completely un-restored and un-repainted to maintain its rich vintage patina, deep organic wood checking, and maximum investment value exactly as the artist intended over fifty years ago.
6. Giant 1960s Cigar Store Indian – 6′ 2″ / 190+lbs.
Standing an imposing 6 feet 2 inches tall and weighing over 190 pounds, this massive, solid wood Cigar Store Indian statue delivers an undeniable, commanding presence. Carved from a single heavy log, this authentic circa-1960s piece immediately draws the eye with its bright, beautiful polychrome colors. Bold vibrant yellows, deep forest greens, and rich earthy reds remain remarkably vivid, creating a striking visual impact that makes it a true masterpiece of 20th-century pure Americana! The white buffalo and other Native symbols painted on his loincloth are a plus!
True to our strict curation standards, this historic statue is preserved in its 100% natural, untouched state-completely un-restored and un-repainted to maintain its rich vintage patina, deep organic wood checking, and maximum investment value exactly as the artist intended over fifty years ago.
Take him home today and let him be the guardian of your man cave! Text/call 361-533-1068 to reserve. We also offer a layaway plan that helps give you a little time to save up to bring your Chief home!