Major McCollough Collection

moved offsite to warehouse | 3 day sale | 4 days away
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The address for this sale in Chattanooga, TN 37408 will be available after 9:00am on Thursday, May 21st, 2026.
Dates
Fri
May 22
10am to 4pm
Sat
May 23
10am to 4pm
Sun
May 24
1pm to 5pm

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We are proud to present the legendary Major McCollough Collection at 2423 Broad Street in Chattanooga. This exceptional sale features antiques, primitives, folk art, painted furniture, vintage décor, fine art, and one-of-a-kind treasures collected over a lifetime with an incredible eye for design and history. Highlights include rare storage cabinets from a historic Chattanooga railroad depot, antique furniture, rustic farmhouse pieces, artwork, collectibles, lighting, and unique decorative objects full of character and patina.

Schow’s Estates & Consignments is proud to present selections from Major McCollough’s renowned firearm collection, offered in carefully curated stages throughout the year. This upcoming event will feature an exceptional assortment of Colt revolvers, military handguns, and collectible firearms representing decades of passionate collecting and historical interest.

Please note: Major’s important collection of Kentucky long rifles and Pennsylvania long rifles will not be included in this initial offering. Those pieces, along with additional early Americana and frontier material, will be featured in future sales and specialty events as we continue unveiling this extraordinary collection.

Collectors and enthusiasts are encouraged to follow along closely — there is much more to come from one of the region’s most respected private collections.


Nice Southern work table possibly TennesseeSale PictureTennessee or Kentucky Sugar ChestSale PictureSale PictureAntique Cast Iron Book PressMilitia Eagle Head Officer’s Sword with ornate etched guard, carved mother-of-pearl style grip, and detailed eagle head pommel. A striking decorative military piece with excellent display presence for collectors of militaria, swords, and antique weapons. Circa 1820’sSale PicturePair of antique paneled storage cabinets from a historic Chattanooga railroad depot. Fantastic industrial, farmhouse, mercantile, and primitive appeal with original cubbies, shelving, and incredible architectural presence. Perfect for kitchen storage, linen cabinets, retail display, or pantry use. A rare matching pair with outstanding character and patina.Sale PictureSale PictureCharles Humphriss (American, 1867-1934) "The Warrior" Native American Horse Equestrian BronzeSale PictureSale PictureSale PictureSale PictureSale PictureSale PictureSale PictureSale PictureSale PictureCapt. Scott "LAFFORD" 1876 - Nautical Folk Art Ship Plaque Striking hand-crafted nautical wall sculpture featuring the hull profile of the vessel "LAFFORD" dated 1876, titled "Capt. Scott." Mounted on a painted wooden backboard with a rich maritime blue ground. The three-dimensional carved hull, painted in classic black, cream, and warm varnished tones, projects beautifully from the surface, giving it depth and presence. A wonderful coastal statement piece with strong New England maritime character. Whether inspired by a historic schooner or created as commemorative nautical folk art, this piece captures the romance of 19th-century seafaring. nautical wall art, ship plaque, maritime decor, folk art ship, carved wooden boat, coastal wall sculpture, schooner wall art, captain decor, vintage nautical, lake house decor, seaside art, maritime collectible, 1876 ship, seafaring decor, estate sale findOriginal Landscape Oil Painting Signed "Leta Dinell" Artist: Leta Dinell (signed lower left) Medium: Oil on canvas board Frame: Framed in decorative wood frame Description: Charming landscape oil painting depicting a cottage nestled beneath a large tree with mountain backdrop. The composition features expressive brushwork, vibrant greens, and soft blue mountain tones, giving the scene a peaceful countryside atmosphere. Signed "Leta Dinell" lower left. The work has a strong vintage decorative appeal and would fit beautifully in cottage, farmhouse, cabin, or traditional interiors. Sale PictureSale PictureSale PictureANTIQUE J. W. REYNOLDS METAL TRIPLE TRIFOLD FOLDING WOOD DUCK DECOYSEarly Southern Possibility Tennessee Pie SafeSale PictureSale PictureHand-carved Canada goose decoy with classic early-to-mid 20th-century form. Solid wood construction with carved wing detail, painted surface, and naturally worn patina from age and use. Strong folk character with pleasing proportions and an honest, untouched surface. Ideal for cabin, lodge, or Americana display, and appealing to both decoy collectors and folk art enthusiasts. Keywords / SEO tags Antique duck decoy, Canada goose decoy, carved wooden decoy, folk art decoy, hunting decoy, vintage waterfowl decoy, Americana folk art, cabin decor, lodge decor, sporting art, primitive folk art, hand carved bird, decoy carving, rustic decor, old decoy, collectible decoy, early decoy, wooden gooseSale PictureNorth Carolina art pottery large vase produced by J.B. Cole Pottery in Steeds, NC attributed to Waymon Cole18th-century cherry tall chest with strong Richardson - Hinton - Inman family provenance, possibly originating in Maryland and descending through generations to Missouri. Constructed with square wrought nails, oak secondary wood, original locks and key, and partial original Chippendale brassesEdward Thomas Grigware (1889-1960) "On the Canal Near New Hope, Pennsylvania" Oil on canvas mounted on board, c. 1920-1930 Artist: Edward Thomas Grigware (American, 1889-1960) Medium: Oil on canvas mounted on board Size: 16 x 20 inches (sight) Signature: Signed lower right Period: Circa 1920-1930 Frame: Period gilt frame Description: Impressionistic canal landscape by listed American artist Edward Thomas Grigware, depicting a quiet rural scene near New Hope, Pennsylvania. Painted circa 1920-1930, the composition features barns and structures reflected along the water with soft autumnal tones and expressive brushwork. Grigware studied at the Chicago Academy of Fine Arts and exhibited at the Art Institute of Chicago. He later became known for his Western landscapes in WyomingMel Gerhold (American, b. 1928) - "Ranch Girl" Original Oil on Canvas, c. 1960 Original oil on canvas by Mel Gerhold, an American Western and Native American artist known for his expressive portraits of working cowboys, ranch figures, and Indigenous subjects of the American Plains and West. This painting, titled Ranch Girl, dates to approximately 1960 and is signed lower left.Sale PictureSale PictureSale Picture206 Early painted grain Pierre-Jules Mêne (French, 1810-1879), La Prise du Renard ("The Capture of the Fox"), a dynamic 19th-century animalier bronze depicting hounds in pursuit. Inspired by the Scottish hunt tradition, showcasing Mêne's celebrated realism, movement, and finely modeled naturalistic detail.Early painted grain bin / sugar chest with old worn green paint and exceptional surface patina. Simple vernacular construction with tapered legs and lift-top form. Kentucky rural utility piece, reportedly from the Herndon, KY area. Strong primitive character with authentic age and use wear.Sale PictureSale PictureSale PictureSale PictureSale PictureSale PictureSale PictureSale PictureSale PictureSale PictureSale PictureNative American Pueblo drum likely from the Cochiti or Taos PuebloSale PictureRookwood LampSale PictureSale PictureSale PictureSale PictureSale PictureSale PictureSale PictureSale PictureSale PictureSale PictureSale PictureSale PictureSale PictureSale PictureSale PictureSale PictureSale PictureSale PictureWINCHESTER MODEL 1894 CARBINE .25-35 W.C.F. Exceptional pair of Colt Python .357 Magnum revolvers, stainless steel with 4.25" barrels and factory wood grips. Highly sought-after modern Colts with original cases. A fantastic opportunity for collectors, enthusiasts, or investors to acquire a matching pair of iconic Colt Pythons.WWI era Colt Model 1911 U.S. Army issued. An iconic piece of American military history, this early Colt features classic wartime production markings and desirable U.S. Army issue configuration. A fantastic collector firearm with strong historical appeal tied to the Great War period. Serious Colt and military collectors take note.Colt 1851 NavySale PicturePair of Singer Featherweight Sewing Machines Niloak Mission Art Pottery VaseSale PictureDeath Mask of Andrew JacksonArts & Crafts Gustav Stickley early chalet desk, #505 Arts & Crafts Gustav Stickley early chalet desk, #505Sale PictureSale PictureSale PictureSale PictureSale PictureSale PictureSale PictureSale PictureSale PictureSale PictureCivil War Era US Model 1850 Foot Officer’s Sword by W.H. Horstmann & Sons, Philadelphia. Features engraved straight blade with military trophies, original leather and wire grip, and metal scabbard. Ricasso marked “W.H. Horstmann & Sons / Philadelphia”.Sale PictureSale PictureSale PictureSale PictureVintage Dave Stirling Estes Park, Colorado mountain landscape oil painting featuring Rocky Mountain scenery with pine trees and snow-capped peaks. Nicely framed Western landscape artwork by the listed Colorado artist, known for his Estes Park and National Park scenes. A beautiful cabin, lodge, or mountain home decorator piece.LARGE 19TH CENTURY BURL WOOD BOWLSale PictureSale PictureSale PictureSale PictureSale Picture

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