The Schilling Estate Sale
June 26, 27 and 28

For the Schillings, volunteering was a calling. They threw themselves into so many of Taos’s arts and nonprofit organizations that they became, for all practical purposes, the town’s unofficial docents. Along the way they assembled a remarkable collection of art, books, and jewelry drawn from local sources — including pieces tied to the Millicent Rogers Museum. As friends of artist Amado Peña, they acquired a number of his signed prints alongside several original paintings, and their long admiration of musicians Willy Nelson and Michael Martin Murphey yielded a trove of concert and record posters.

Mrs. Schilling was a devoted craftsperson, leaving behind a wealth of supplies — a small kiln and an impressive array of sewing equipment among them. Mr. Schilling, a former mechanic at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, had a passion for antique tools and woodworking machinery: a drill press, band saw, and planer, plus a full complement of corded and cordless hand tools.

Then there’s everything a life well lived leaves behind — from a lovely set of Franciscan Ware and hand-painted Polish serving ware to every kitchen item you could want. Round it out with a superior collection of Madame Alexander dolls, Barbies new in the box, beautiful Southwestern jewelry, and a striking selection of Japanese- and Chinese-inspired art.

This is a sale with something for everyone — and one you truly won’t want to miss.
Address will be posted Thursday, June 25.

As always, we ask that everyone be courteous and remember — it’s only stuff! Doors open at 8:30 and we close at 1:00. Parking is behind the residence only, so please observe the signs. This is a very busy highway, so please do not park on the street. Payment is by cash, credit or debit card, Venmo, and PayPal.

Whether you are searching for a Mid-Century masterpiece, indigenous artifacts, or a distinctive gift for your home, Taos Black Dog offers a legacy of experience in every piece.  Visit our shop at 109 Kit Carson Road