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.
Choose Your Layout >
2033Original Navajo Painting by Jason M. ParrishDesert West Auction
Original 2014 Navajo Painting ''Navajo Basket Dance'' by Jason M. Parrish, visual measures 10.5'' x 18.5'', framed a...
Estimate : 60.00 - 80.00
Sold to klewis for 54.00
2034ANative American Beadwork Belt and SashDesert West Auction
Native American Beadwork Belt and Sash, longest measures 32''L x 4''W, includes 1983-1984 Miss Indian UNM Beaded Sash and Plains Ind...
Estimate : 60.00 - 120.00
Sold to floor for 30.00
2035Mexican Mata Ortiz Polychrome Jar by Viviana V. R.Desert West Auction
Mexican Mata Ortiz Polychrome Jar by Viviana Villapando R., signed by artist and measures 7''H x 5.5''D, features Paquime' inspi...
Estimate : 40.00 - 60.00
Sold to floor for 20.00
2035AMata Ortiz Polychrome Shallow Bowl by D. GonzalezDesert West Auction
Mata Ortiz Polychrome Shallow Bowl by Daniel Gonzalez, measures 2.5''H x 8''D, signed by artist and features water bird with fish in...
Estimate : 50.00 - 75.00
Sold to waterman215 for 30.00
2036ABronze Wolf FigureDesert West Auction
Bronze Wolf Figure, measures 4''H
Estimate : 40.00 - 60.00
Sold to floor for 100.00
2037Bowie Knife with Overlay Pewter Handle in SheathDesert West Auction
Bowie Knife with Overlay Pewter Handle in Sheath, knife measures 13''L x 2''W, overlay stones are mother of pearl, jet, turquoise, a...
Estimate : 40.00 - 60.00
Sold to floor for 45.00
2038Native American Navajo Sterling Ranger BuckleDesert West Auction
Native American Navajo Sterling Silver Ranger Buckle, measures 3.75'' in overall total length which does not include the leather part, stamp...
Estimate : 60.00 - 80.00
Sold to floor for 45.00
2038A3 Native American Miniature Pottery & 1 FetishDesert West Auction
3 Native American Miniature Pottery & 1 Zuni Fetish Bear, largest measures 1'' x .5'', includes San Felipe/Jemez bird and turtle...
Estimate : 40.00 - 60.00
Sold to floor for 35.00
2040Zuni Silver & Lapis Double Hummingbird Ring, 11.5Desert West Auction
Native American Zuni Sterling Silver & Lapis Double Hummingbird Ring by Dickie Quandelacy (1953-present), Size 11.5, measures 1.25'' x ....
Estimate : 80.00 - 150.00
Sold to floor for 60.00
2040AMexican Mata Ortiz Black on Black Jar by GonzalezDesert West Auction
Mexican Mata Ortiz Black on Black Kokopelli Jar by Jose Gonzalez, signed by artist and measures 9.5''H x 9''D, predominantly texture...
Estimate : 60.00 - 80.00
Sold to floor for 40.00
2040BMexican Mata Ortiz Pulled Spout Jar by A. VillaDesert West Auction
Mexican Mata Ortiz Pulled Spout Jar by Anastacio Villa, signed by artist and measures 4''H x 6''D, highly burnished gun metal finish...
Estimate : 60.00 - 120.00
Sold to floor for 30.00
2040CMexican Mata Ortiz Geometric Lizard Jar by K OrtizDesert West Auction
Beautiful Mexican Mata Ortiz Geometric Lizard Jar by Kene Ortiz, signed by artist and measures 11.5''H x 8.5''D, stylized feather ac...
Estimate : 80.00 - 150.00
Sold to floor for 60.00
2042Estate PreColumbian Gaming Pieces and MarblesDesert West Auction
From the Eiserman Estate, we have a Collection of PreColumbian Gaming Pieces and Marbles, largest is the corn pendant measuring 3'' x 1'...
Estimate : 60.00 - 80.00
Sold to floor for 30.00
2044Jemez Polychrome Pottery Jar, SignedDesert West Auction
Native American Jemez Polychrome Pottery Jar, Signed, measures 4'' x 6'', signed L.M.
Estimate : 25.00 - 30.00
Sold to floor for 25.00
2046Pair of Mexican Stone CarvingsDesert West Auction
Pair of Mexican Stone Carvings, includes a seashell and snake, largest measures 2'' x 4''
Estimate : 40.00 - 60.00
Sold to floor for 20.00
20474 Turquoise CabochonsDesert West Auction
4 Turquoise Cabochons, largest measures 1'' x 1''
Estimate : 60.00 - 80.00
Sold to floor for 40.00
2050Mexican Mata Ortiz Polychrome Jar by L. G. RiosDesert West Auction
Mexican Mata Ortiz Polychrome Jar by Lorena Gonzalez Rios, features Paquime' inspired lines and designs on marbleized clay, signed by artist and...
Estimate : 40.00 - 60.00
Sold to floor for 20.00
2051Vintage Native American Acoma Pottery Wedding VaseDesert West Auction
From the Whittredge Estate, we have a Vintage Native American Acoma Pottery Wedding Vase, braided handle, bird design, measures 4''H x 3'...
Estimate : 40.00 - 60.00
Sold to cfdcwcdydfps for 30.00
2053AEstate Mexican Tarahumara Pottery JarDesert West Auction
From the Whittredge Estate, we have a Mexican Tarahumara Pottery Jar, measures 5.5''D x 4.5''H, leather wrapped accents
Estimate : 40.00 - 60.00
Sold to floor for 20.00
2055Mexican Mata Ortiz Polychrome Jar by L. G. RiosDesert West Auction
Mexican Mata Ortiz Polychrome Jar by Lorena Gonzalez Rios, features Paquime' inspired lines and designs on marbleized clay, flared rim, signed b...
Estimate : 40.00 - 60.00
Sold to floor for 20.00
2055AMata Ortiz Sgraffito Butterfly Jar by C. BugariniDesert West Auction
Fabulous Mexican Mata Ortiz Sgraffito Butterfly Seed Jar by Cecy Bugarini, polychrome, signed by artist and measures 5.5''H x 4''D, ...
Estimate : 60.00 - 120.00
Sold to cfdcwcdydfps for 36.00
2056Sterling Silver Charm BraceletDesert West Auction
Sterling Silver Charm Bracelet, measures 7'' end to end, 23.88g in total wt.
Estimate : 60.00 - 80.00
Sold to floor for 35.00
2058AZuni Silver Malachite Gold Lip Shell Ring, 10.5Desert West Auction
Native American Zuni Sterling Silver Malachite and Gold Lip Shell Double Hummingbird Ring Size 10.5, measures 1.25''L, 22.71g in total wt.
Estimate : 60.00 - 80.00
Sold to floor for 40.00
2060Mexican Mata Ortiz Polychrome Seed Jar by L. SotoDesert West Auction
Mexican Mata Ortiz Polychrome Seed Jar by Lucie Soto, signed by artist and measures 5''H x 4''D, features Paquime' inspired line...
Estimate : 40.00 - 60.00
Sold to floor for 20.00
2060AMexican Mata Ortiz Lizard Seed Jar by Yoli SotoDesert West Auction
Mexican Mata Ortiz Lizard Seed Jar by Yoli Soto, measures 5.5''H x 6''D, signed by artist and features sgraffito lizards on black ba...
Estimate : 40.00 - 60.00
Sold to floor for 30.00
2062Navajo Sterling Silver Onyx BraceletDesert West Auction
Native American Navajo Sterling Silver Onyx Bracelet, inside measures 6'' which includes opening x 1.25''W, stamped sterling, 23g in...
Estimate : 60.00 - 80.00
Sold to floor for 50.00
2064Amethyst Pendant on Sterling Silver ChainDesert West Auction
Amethyst Pendant on Sterling Silver Chain, pear shaped amethyst set in sterling silver on a 17'' twisted link chain
Estimate : 40.00 - 60.00
Sold to RangerPrid.. for 30.00
2065Mexican Mata Ortiz Polychrome Jar by Lucie SotoDesert West Auction
Mexican Mata Ortiz Polychrome Jar by Lucie Soto, pulled spout, textured neck, features stylized feathers and fish designs, signed by artist and measur
Estimate : 50.00 - 75.00
Sold to floor for 25.00
2065AMexican Mata Ortiz Sgraffito Butterfly Jar, SignedDesert West Auction
Mexican Mata Ortiz Sgraffito Butterfly Seed Jar by Viviana Villapando R., signed by artist and measures 5''H x 6''D, jar is complete...
Estimate : 40.00 - 60.00
Sold to floor for 25.00
2066Estate Mata Ortiz Polychrome Jar by Elda HernandezDesert West Auction
From the Whittredge Estate, we have a Mexican Mata Ortiz Polychrome Jar by Elda Hernandez, measures 5''H x 5''D, signed by artist, n...
Estimate : 40.00 - 60.00
Sold to floor for 20.00
2068Estate Native American & Mexican CollectiblesDesert West Auction
Native American & Mexican Collectibles, includes From the Whittredge Estate, 1. a Peruvian Carved Gourd by Evanisto Medina, measures 3.25'...
Estimate : 25.00 - 30.00
Sold to floor for 20.00