Desert West Auction Jan. 29th, 30th & 31st

Auction Details

Desert West is pleased to be presenting items from the living estate of Tim & Joan Donovan. Joan & Tim were extensive world travelers & collected numerous unusual items & various works of Art. They are down-sizing and we are happy to present several items from the Islands, Africa, & Papua New Guinea.

Also included in our Jan. 2016 auction are various Native American Rugs, Art, Jewelry, Kachinas, Baskets, Folk Art, Fetishes & Pueblo and Prehistoric Pottery.

Museum Quality Mata Ortiz Pottery some by Luis Ortiz, Briana & Gaby V. S. & Daniel Gonzales. Mexican Southwestern Rugs, Oaxacan Alebrijes, Pottery & Jewelry.

Original Acrylic Paintings and Beadwork by Kathy Kills Thunder.

Estate Antiques & Collectibles.
Specific Lot Questions: If you have any questions regarding an items, send an email or call with your questions prior to bidding. All inquiries regarding lots for sale must be received 24 hours prior to the start of the auction. Please register to bid and logon to ICollector 1 hour before the start time, 10 am MDT.
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2000 Navajo Carved Pottery Jar by Dennison Billy1233 - 2000 Navajo Carved Pottery Jar by Dennison Billy
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From the Whittredge Estate, we have a 2000 Native American Navajo Carved Pottery Jar by Dennison Billy, signed by artist and measures 9''H x...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 60.00 - 80.00
Sold to floor for (35.00) = 35.00
 
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Estate Apache Miniature Basket by Tenelia May1239 - Estate Apache Miniature Basket by Tenelia May
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From the Whittredge Estate, we have a Native American Apache Miniature Basket by Tenelia May, measures 4''D, two-toned
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 25.00 - 30.00
Sold to jacleaves for (20.00 + 4.00BP) = 24.00
 
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Navajo Sterling Silver Lapis Pendant on Neck Wire1239A - Navajo Sterling Silver Lapis Pendant on Neck Wire
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Gorgeous Native American Navajo Sterling Silver Lapis Pendant on Neck Wire by William Vandever, hallmarked, measures 2.5''L x 1.5'',...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 250.00 - 350.00
Sold to floor for (110.00) = 110.00
 
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Mexican Mata Ortiz Polychrome Jar by T. Enriquez1240 - Mexican Mata Ortiz Polychrome Jar by T. Enriquez
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Mexican Mata Ortiz Polychrome Jar by Tito Enriquez, measures 7''H x 6.25''D, wide mouthed, features Paquime's inspired lines and...
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Estimate : 40.00 - 60.00
Sold to pebblesnpi.. for (20.00 + 4.00BP) = 24.00
 
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Native American Apache Cloth Doll in Cradleboard1241 - Native American Apache Cloth Doll in Cradleboard
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From the Whittredge Estate, we have a Native American Apache Cloth Doll in Cradleboard, measures 10.5''L x 4.25''W x 4.75''H
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 25.00 - 30.00
Sold to floor for (35.00) = 35.00
 
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Navajo Sterling Silver Turquoise Ring, Size 61245 - Navajo Sterling Silver Turquoise Ring, Size 6
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Native American Navajo Sterling Silver Turquoise Ring, Size 6
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 40.00 - 60.00
Sold to floor for (20.00) = 20.00
 
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Original Acrylic Painting by Kathy Kills Thunder1249 - Original Acrylic Painting by Kathy Kills Thunder
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Original Acrylic Painting ''Psychedelic Ponies'' by Kathy Kills Thunder, measures 20'' x 20'', signed by artist, Art...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 40.00 - 60.00
Sold to ckfuller for (60.00 + 12.00BP) = 72.00
 
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Mexican Sterling Silver Taxco Bangle Bracelet1249A - Mexican Sterling Silver Taxco Bangle Bracelet
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Mexican Sterling Silver Taxco Bangle Bracelet, measures 3''D x .5''W, hallmarked TXCC975 TH-11237.1g in total wt.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 60.00 - 80.00
Sold to floor for (30.00) = 30.00
 
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Mexican Mata Ortiz Polychrome Jar by Viviana V.R.1250 - Mexican Mata Ortiz Polychrome Jar by Viviana V.R.
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Mexican Mata Ortiz Polychrome Jar by Viviana V.R., measures 7.5''H x 5.25''D, signed by artist and features Paquime' inspired li...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 40.00 - 60.00
Sold to floor for (20.00) = 20.00
 
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Ponca Signed & Numbered Print by Paladine H. Roye1251 - Ponca Signed & Numbered Print by Paladine H. Roye
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Ponca Signed & Numbered Print ''Prairie Moon'' 866/950 by Paladine H. Roye, measures 26''L x 20.25''W, can be ro...
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Estimate : 40.00 - 60.00
Sold to floor for (20.00) = 20.00
 
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Navajo Sterling Silver Turquoise Ring, Size 61255 - Navajo Sterling Silver Turquoise Ring, Size 6
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Native American Navajo Sterling Silver Turquoise Ring, Size 6
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 40.00 - 60.00
Sold to floor for (20.00) = 20.00
 
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Zuni Sterling Silver Inlay Sun God Tie Tac1255A - Zuni Sterling Silver Inlay Sun God Tie Tac
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Native American Zuni Sterling Silver Channel and Stone to Stone Inlay Sun God Tie Tac, measures 1'' x 1'', 5.2g in total wt.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 30.00 - 40.00
Sold to floor for (20.00) = 20.00
 
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Native American Tohono O'odham Two-Toned Basket1256 - Native American Tohono O'odham Two-Toned Basket
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From the Whittredge Estate, we have a Native American Tohono O'odham Two-Toned Basket, measures 8.75''D
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 40.00 - 60.00
Sold to floor for (45.00) = 45.00
 
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Estate Navajo Framed Sand Painting by Ernest Hunt1257 - Estate Navajo Framed Sand Painting by Ernest Hunt
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From the Whittredge Estate, we have a Native American Navajo Framed Sand Painting by Ernest Hunt, measures 19''L x 11''W, back is si...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 60.00 - 80.00
Sold to floor for (30.00) = 30.00
 
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Native American Navajo Sand Painted Buffalo Plaque1259 - Native American Navajo Sand Painted Buffalo Plaque
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From the Whittredge Estate, we have a Native American Navajo Sand Painted Buffalo Plaque, measures 14''L x 12''H
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 40.00 - 60.00
Sold to floor for (20.00) = 20.00
 
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Mexican Mata Ortiz Polychrome Jar by Madrigal1260 - Mexican Mata Ortiz Polychrome Jar by Madrigal
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Mexican Mata Ortiz Polychrome Jar by Rafaela Madrigal, measures 7''H x 5''D, signed by artist, features Paquime' inspired lines ...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 40.00 - 60.00
Sold to floor for (20.00) = 20.00
 
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Original Acrylic Painting by Kathy Kills Thunder1261 - Original Acrylic Painting by Kathy Kills Thunder
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Original Acrylic Painting ''Stalking Leopard'' by Kathy Kills Thunder, measrues 18'' x 24'', signed by artist, Arti...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 60.00 - 80.00
Sold to ckfuller for (40.00 + 8.00BP) = 48.00
 
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Navajo Sterling Bear Pendant on Neck Wire Choker1264A - Navajo Sterling Bear Pendant on Neck Wire Choker
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Stunning Native American Navajo Sterling Bear Pendant on Neck Wire Choker, pendant measures 2'' x 2.5''L, 49.1g in total wt.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 80.00 - 150.00
Sold to floor for (60.00) = 60.00
 
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Mexican Mata Ortiz Polychrome Jar by Gaona1270 - Mexican Mata Ortiz Polychrome Jar by Gaona
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Mexican Mata Ortiz Polychrome Jar by Gaona, signed by artist and measures 7''H x 5.25''D, features Paquime' inspired lines and d...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 40.00 - 60.00
Sold to floor for (20.00) = 20.00
 
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Mexican Mata Ortiz Marbleized Clay Jar by F. Tena1270A - Mexican Mata Ortiz Marbleized Clay Jar by F. Tena
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Mexican Mata Ortiz Marbleized Clay Jar by Fito Tena, measures 5.25''D x 7.5''H
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 25.00 - 30.00
Sold to floor for (20.00) = 20.00
 
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