Auction Details
Collection of Native American Jewelry from the Posey Estate. We are starting this month with some choice pieces of Navajo jewelry from the 1950's plus several antique pieces. The collection will include Fine Gold and Diamond jewelry and will be sold over the next several auctions.
Included in this auction we are continuing with the collection of Museum Quality Mata Ortiz Pottery. There are also antiques, collectibles, and memorabilia. Native American Kachinas, Navajo Rugs, Art, Jewelry, and Pueblo Pottery.
Pre-Historic, Historic, and Pre-Columbian Pottery.
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3168AMata Ortiz Fighting Fish Jar by Elfida de BugariniDesert West Auction
Stunning Mata Ortiz Cream on Brown Fighting Fish Jar by Elfida de Bugarini, spattered paint background, signed on bottom by artist, measures 8'&...
Estimate : 80.00 - 150.00
Sold to floor for 50.00
3168BPr Precolumbian Traditional Original Clay BowlsDesert West Auction
Pr Precolumbian Traditional Original Clay Bowls. Dated to between 1200 AD to 1400 AD. With their red glazed rims on buff colored clay, the largest of
Estimate : 60.00 - 80.00
Sold to floor for 50.00
3169Red Cowgirl HatDesert West Auction
Red Cowgirl Hat. Be a true ''Red Hat'' Cowgirl with this sweet hat by Western Express Inc. is a size 7 and has a chin strap and a bu...
Estimate : 40.00 - 60.00
Sold to floor for 25.00
31702 Navajo Prints by Robert CheeDesert West Auction
2 Native American Navajo Prints by Robert Chee, framed and under glass, beautifully matted, visual measures 5.5''H x 8''W, provenanc...
Estimate : 60.00 - 80.00
Sold to floor for 45.00
3171Navajo Sterling Turquoise Buckle on Leather BeltDesert West Auction
Native American Navajo Sterling Turquoise Buckle on Leather Belt by Gene Nataan, buckle is stamped sterling and hallmarked N, belt measures 47'&...
Estimate : 80.00 - 150.00
Sold to floor for 50.00
3173Mata Ortiz Polychrome Stylized Feather Jar, OrtizDesert West Auction
Mata Ortiz Polychrome Stylized Feather Jar by Luis Ortiz, marbleized clay, measures 8''H x 6.5''D, embellished with 2 lizards
Estimate : 60.00 - 80.00
Sold to floor for 30.00
3174Navajo 2 Handled Pottery JarDesert West Auction
Native American Navajo 2 Handled Pottery Jar by LG, signed on bottom, chip in rim, tri-legged with one chip in leg, measures 9''H x 10'&...
Estimate : 60.00 - 80.00
Sold to floor for 35.00
3174AAuthentic PreColumbian Pottery BowlDesert West Auction
Authentic PreColumbian Pottery Bowl. This wonderful piece is dated between 1200 AD and 1400 AD. It has Red on Buff deaigns and has been glued. It meas
Estimate : 60.00 - 80.00
Sold to floor for 65.00
3175Antique Navajo Silver Mother of Pearl NecklaceDesert West Auction
From the Posey Estate, we have a Stunning Antique Native American Navajo Silver Mother of Pearl Pendant Necklace, pendant measures 3'' x 2...
Estimate : 350.00 - 650.00
Sold to floor for 225.00
3175AEstate 14Kt Gold & Natural Opal Diamond Ring, Sz 6Desert West Auction
From the Posey Estate, we have a Stunningly Gorgeous 14Kt Gold and Natural Opal Diamond Ring, size 6, 16 diamonds, 9 opals with largest measuring .5...
Estimate : 500.00 - 750.00
Sold to pebblesnpi.. for 390.00
3176Hopi Carved Wooden KachinaDesert West Auction
Native American Hopi Carved Wooden Kachina. Hand Painted and Adorned with corn husk and feathers, right arm has been glued at elbow, yarn and leather
Estimate : 80.00 - 150.00
Sold to floor for 55.00
3177Acoma Black on White Eye Dazzler Jar by VictorinoDesert West Auction
Native American Acoma Black on White Eye Dazzler Jar by K. Victorino, measures 4.75''H x 4.75''D, signed on bottom by artist, Artist...
Estimate : 60.00 - 80.00
Sold to sueklap for 36.00
3177AOregon Coast Native American Butterfly BasketDesert West Auction
Gorgeous Oregon Coast Native American Butterfly Basket, measures 6''H x 12''D, features multi-colored butterflies
Estimate : 80.00 - 150.00
Sold to be3070 for 84.00
3178Large Turquoise Red Shell and Brass Bead NecklaceDesert West Auction
Phenomenal graduated Turquoise, Red Shell and Brass Bead Necklace, big and bold measuring 34'' end to end with largest bead measuring 1'...
Estimate : 200.00 - 300.00
Sold to floor for 95.00
3178APrehistoric Casas Grandes Black Ramos JarDesert West Auction
Prehistoric Casas Grandes Black Ramos Jar. This is a heavy walled utilitarian jar that does have a chip on its rim. Beautiful it measures approx. 6&...
Estimate : 80.00 - 150.00
Sold to floor for 50.00
3179Mata Ortiz Black on Black Seed Jar by Tati OrtizDesert West Auction
Mata Ortiz Black on Black Seed Jar by Tati Ortiz, measures 4.5''H x 5''D, beautiful gun metal finish, eye dazzler designs, signed on...
Estimate : 60.00 - 80.00
Sold to be3070 for 42.00
3180Original Acrylic Painting by Kills ThunderDesert West Auction
Original Acrylic Painting by Kills Thunder titled ''Turquoise Crush'' This colorful abstract measures 16 x 20. Kathleen Kills Thunde...
Estimate : 60.00 - 80.00
Sold to floor for 30.00
3180ANavajo Banded Natural Dye Wool Saddle BlanketDesert West Auction
Native American Navajo Banded Natural Dye Wool Saddle Blanket. With its tassels intact, this wonderful textile in brown, gray, black and off white mea
Estimate : 80.00 - 150.00
Sold to floor for 60.00
3181Navajo Sterling Onyx Pendant Necklace, LivingstonDesert West Auction
From the Posey Estate, we have an Elegant 1950's Native American Navajo Sterling Silver Onyx Pendant on Heishi Bead Necklace by Jason Livingston...
Estimate : 250.00 - 350.00
Sold to floor for 100.00
3181A14Kt Gold and Diamond Waterfall Ring, Size 6.25Desert West Auction
14Kt Gold and Diamond Waterfall Ring, Size 6.25, this piece has approx. 1+ carats in diamonds, has ring guard on to make it a smaller size, measures 1
Estimate : 650.00 - 1,000.00
Sold to pebblesnpi.. for 390.00
3182Historic 1920-1930 Hopi Plainware BowlDesert West Auction
Wonderful Historic 1920-1930 Hopi Plainware Bowl, measures 6''H x 9''W, heavy walled, handles moulded to bowl, Acquired in accordanc...
Estimate : 80.00 - 150.00
Sold to floor for 60.00
31841903 Morgan Silver DollarDesert West Auction
1903 Morgan Silver Dollar, in our opinion AU
Estimate : 40.00 - 60.00
Sold to floor for 30.00
31851886 Morgan Silver DollarDesert West Auction
1886 Morgan Silver Dollar, in our opinion AU Grade
Estimate : 45.00 - 60.00
Sold to floor for 30.00
3185AHistoric Native American Acoma Butterfly BowlDesert West Auction
Historic Native American Acoma Butterfly Bowl. With its red on buff rim, this piece measures 4''H x 7.5''W. There is no glue or rest...
Estimate : 80.00 - 150.00
Sold to floor for 50.00
3188Mata Ortiz Polychrome Lizard Olla by D. GonzalezDesert West Auction
Phenomenal Mata Ortiz Polychrome Geometric Lizard Olla by Daniel Gonzalez, textured areas, bird embellishments, signed on bottom by artist, measures 1
Estimate : 200.00 - 300.00
Sold to be3070 for 102.00
31892 V Nickels and 1 Barber QuarterDesert West Auction
2 V Nickels: 1905 (in our opinion AU Grade) and 1908 (in our opinion G Grade) and 1 Barber Quarter 1911D
Estimate : 40.00 - 50.00
Sold to floor for 20.00
3190Navajo Old Pawn Sterling Turquoise Ring, Size 9.5Desert West Auction
Stunning Native American Navajo Old Pawn Sterling China Mountain Turquoise Ring, Size 9.5, measures 1.5''L x 7/8''W, silver rope and...
Estimate : 80.00 - 150.00
Sold to floor for 80.00
3190ANavajo Old Pawn Silver Turquoise Watch BraceletDesert West Auction
Fabulous Native American Navajo Old Pawn Silver Turquoise Watch Bracelet by Jerry and Wilma Begay, hallmarked JW, inside measures 7 1/8'' wh...
Estimate : 750.00 - 1,000.00
Sold to floor for 250.00
3190BHistoric Isleta Polychrome JarDesert West Auction
Historic Isleta Polychrome Jar. This treasure, with its red and black designs measures approx. 3.5'' x 4''.
Estimate : 60.00 - 80.00
Sold to sivee for 42.00
3191Large Peach Coral Bead EarringsDesert West Auction
Large Peach Coral Bead Earrings, measure 2''L, coral barrel bead measures .75''H x 5/8''W, 20.1g in total wt.
Estimate : 40.00 - 60.00
Sold to floor for 40.00
31943 Wheat Pennies, 1926S, 1914S, and 1913SDesert West Auction
3 Wheat Pennies, 1926S (in our opinion AU Grade), 1914S (in our opinion VG Grade), and 1913S (in our opinion G Grade)
Estimate : 60.00 - 70.00
Sold to floor for 20.00
31951881O Morgan Silver DollarDesert West Auction
1881O Morgan Silver Dollar, in our opinion an AU grade
Estimate : 45.00 - 60.00
Sold to floor for 30.00
3196Navajo Sterling Multi-Bead Necklace, Tommy SingerDesert West Auction
Phenomenal Native American Navajo Sterling Multi-Bead Necklace by Tommy Singer, includes sterling silver beads, sterling barrel beads with brass embel
Estimate : 300.00 - 400.00
Sold to klaykrazy for 204.00
3196AZuni Miniature Deer Pottery Bowl by E H KalestewaDesert West Auction
Native American Zuni Miniature Deer Pottery Bowl by Erma Homer Kalestewa, measures 1''H x 1.25''D, signed on bottom by artist
Estimate : 40.00 - 60.00
Sold to floor for 20.00
3196B14Kt Gold Diamond & Mother of Pearl Heart EarringsDesert West Auction
From the Posey Estate, we have a pair of Gorgeous 14Kt Gold Diamond & Mother of Pearl Heart Earrings, stunning pair with diamond accents, measur...
Estimate : 80.00 - 150.00
Sold to floor for 130.00
3196C1950 Navajo Silver Mother of Pearl Ring, Size 6.5Desert West Auction
From the Posey Estate, we have a 1950's Native American Navajo Silver Mother of Pearl Ring, Size 6.5, flower design, measures 1''L, 9.14...
Estimate : 60.00 - 80.00
Sold to floor for 35.00
3198Original Landscape by Texas Artist Thelma HoggettDesert West Auction
1988 Original Landscape by Mission, Texas Artist Thelma Hoggett, measures 34''L x 22''W, signed on back by artist, very small hole a...
Estimate : 35.00 - 55.00
Sold to floor for 35.00
3199Navajo Rug Mother Earth and Father SkyDesert West Auction
Exquisite Native American Navajo Rug Mother Earth and Father Sky, 4 cornered tassels intact, measures 31'' x 36'', in my opinion a t...
Estimate : 750.00 - 1,500.00
Sold to jmoss1 for 420.00
3199ASanta Clara Black Burnished Bowl by C. NaranjoDesert West Auction
Native American Santa Clara Black Burnished Bowl by Celestina Naranjo, unusual shape, measures 1.5'' x 3.5'', signed on bottom by ar...
Estimate : 40.00 - 60.00
Sold to floor for 20.00
3200Northwest Coast Inuit Hand Carved Wood CanoeDesert West Auction
Native American Northwest Coast Inuit Hand Carved Wood Canoe with Shell Inlay, measures 6.25''L x 1.5''W, carved details on sides of...
Estimate : 40.00 - 60.00
Sold to floor for 45.00
3202Large Navajo Green Turquoise Tab Bead EarringsDesert West Auction
Large Beautiful Native American Navajo Green Turquoise Tab Bead Screwback Earrings, could easily be converted to wires, measure 2.25''L x .7...
Estimate : 60.00 - 80.00
Sold to floor for 55.00
3202AMata Ortiz Black Traditional Buffalo BowlDesert West Auction
Mata Ortiz Black Traditional Buffalo Bowl by Lupe Soto. With its etched design of 8 buffalo, this wonderful piece measures approx. 6'' x 11&...
Estimate : 150.00 - 250.00
Sold to be3070 for 84.00
3203Talavera Pottery VaseDesert West Auction
Talavera Pottery Vase, measures 9.5''H x 5''W, lead free, beautiful vibrant colors
Estimate : 30.00 - 40.00
Sold to floor for 20.00
3205Mata Ortiz Polychrome Geometric Jar by A. MerazDesert West Auction
Mata Ortiz Polychrome Geometric Jar by Alonso Meraz, measures 9.5''H x 7.75''D, signed on bottom by artist, features directional des...
Estimate : 80.00 - 150.00
Sold to floor for 60.00
3205ANM Artisan Turquoise Coral Necklace by J. TrippDesert West Auction
NM Artisan Turquoise Coral and Mata Ortiz Beaded Necklace by J. Tripp, measures 26'' end to end and features beautiful turquoise heishi-bead...
Estimate : 60.00 - 80.00
Sold to floor for 25.00
3206Zuni Old Pawn Silver Coral Bracelet by R.P. BooneDesert West Auction
Native American Zuni Old Pawn Sterling Silver Coral Bracelet by R.P. Boone, inside measures 6.5'' which includes opening x 1/8''W, h...
Estimate : 60.00 - 80.00
Sold to floor for 45.00
3207Antique Navajo Silver Squash Blossom Pendant/CharmDesert West Auction
Native American Antique Navajo Sterling Silver Turquoise Squash Blossom Pendant/Charm, measures 1.4''H x .5''W, 4.4g in total wt.
Estimate : 40.00 - 60.00
Sold to floor for 25.00
3208Hand Beaded Wooden Jewelry Box by Kills ThunderDesert West Auction
Hand Beaded Wooden Jewelry Box by Kills Thunder, velvet lined jewelry box, beautifully beaded in warm and cool colors, measures 2.5''H x 6...
Estimate : 40.00 - 60.00
Sold to floor for 20.00
3209Pr Navajo Old Pawn Silver Turquoise CufflinksDesert West Auction
Pr 1950's Native American Navajo Old Pawn Silver Turquoise Cufflinks, measure .75'' x 5/8'', 9.26g in total wt.
Estimate : 60.00 - 80.00
Sold to artkollector for 48.00
3210Pr Cowboy Silver Inlay Show Spurs with JinglesDesert West Auction
Pr Cowboy Silver Inlay Show Spurs complete with leather straps and inlay on one side and has jingles on the rowels. They measure 6''L x 3...
Estimate : 60.00 - 80.00
Sold to pebblesnpi.. for 156.00
3211Navajo Old Pawn Silver Turquoise Earrings, GravesDesert West Auction
Native American Navajo Old Pawn Silver Green Turquoise Earrings by Sam W. Graves, hallmarked and stamped sterling, measures 1.5''L x .5'...
Estimate : 80.00 - 150.00
Sold to floor for 45.00
3211ASan Felipe Storyteller Pottery Doll by D. BillyDesert West Auction
Native American San Felipe Storyteller Pottery Doll by D. Billy. This sweet piece measures approx. 3.5'' x 4'' x 3''. Very n...
Estimate : 80.00 - 150.00
Sold to floor for 45.00
3212Mata Ortiz Black on Black Lizard Jar by A. SotoDesert West Auction
Beautiful Mata Ortiz Black on Black Lizard Jar by Alejandra Soto, gun metal finish, signed on bottom by artist, features both textured and highly burn
Estimate : 60.00 - 120.00
Sold to masoncraven for 54.00
3213Hand Beaded Wooden Bowl by Kathy Kills ThunderDesert West Auction
Hand Beaded Wooden Bowl by Kathy Kills Thunder, measures 17.5''L x 9.75''W x 4.5''H, beautifully beaded in both warm and coo...
Estimate : 60.00 - 80.00
Sold to sivee for 42.00
3214Hopi Longhair Kachina, SignedDesert West Auction
Native American Hopi Longhair Kachina, Signed WJ, carved from cottonwood root, beautifully painted, measures 11''H x 3''D
Estimate : 40.00 - 60.00
Sold to floor for 30.00
3216Navajo Old Pawn Sterling Silver Cuff BraceletDesert West Auction
Native American Navajo Old Pawn Sterling Silver Cuff Bracelet, inside measures 7'' which includes opening x 1''W, 45.79g in total wt.
Estimate : 80.00 - 150.00
Sold to klaykrazy for 60.00
3217Antique Horse BitsDesert West Auction
Antique Horse Bits, largest measures 14''L
Estimate : 40.00 - 60.00
Sold to pebblesnpi.. for 24.00
32181940 Navajo Sterling Hand Stamped Hoop EarringsDesert West Auction
1940's Native American Navajo Sterling Hand Stamped Hoop Earrings, measure 7/8''D, stamped sterling, 3.96g in total wt.
Estimate : 60.00 - 80.00
Sold to floor for 30.00
3219Mata Ortiz Polychrome Geometric Olla by E. OrtizDesert West Auction
Stunning Mata Ortiz Polychrome Geometric Olla by Eliza Ortiz, signed on bottom by artist, measures 13''H x 8.5''D, features Paquime&...
Estimate : 200.00 - 300.00
Sold to be3070 for 102.00
3220Navajo Silver Red Shell Earrings, Lorencita GarciaDesert West Auction
Gorgeous Native American Navajo Silver Red Shell Earrings by Lorencita Garcia, hallmarked LG and stamped sterling, measure 2''H x .75'...
Estimate : 60.00 - 80.00
Sold to floor for 50.00
3220ASanta Clara Black Carved JarDesert West Auction
Native American Santa Clara Black Carved Jar. Signed on the bottom by the artist ''Barbara Naranjo Martinez, Santa Clara'' This swee...
Estimate : 60.00 - 80.00
Sold to floor for 45.00
3221Navajo Sterling Silver Turquoise PinDesert West Auction
Native American Navajo Sterling Silver Turquoise Pin, stamped sterling, stampwork embellishments, measures 1.5''D, 6.6g in total wt.
Estimate : 60.00 - 80.00
Sold to d1949m for 42.00
3222Litho Three Women by Patrick Swazo Hinds d.1974Desert West Auction
1972 Tesuque Lithograph ''Three Women'' by Patrick Swazo Hinds (1929-1974), measures 30'' x 22.5'' and is mounted on...
Estimate : 80.00 - 150.00
Sold to floor for 60.00
32242 Pr Sterling Silver Hoop EarringsDesert West Auction
2 Pr Sterling Silver Hoop Earrings, largest measures 1.5'' x 1'', 11.15g in total wt.
Estimate : 60.00 - 80.00
Sold to floor for 35.00
3225Softback Reference Books, Spanish Art InterestDesert West Auction
Softback Reference Books, Spanish Art Interest, #1 Spanish Textile Tradition of New Mexico and Colorado, Museum of Internation Folk Art, c. 1979 Museu
Estimate : 30.00 - 40.00
Sold to floor for 20.00
3226Antique Iroquois Child's Moccasin with DollDesert West Auction
Antique Native American Iroquois Child's Moccasin with Doll, doll measures 5''L and moccasin measures 6''L, composition doll wit...
Estimate : 60.00 - 80.00
Sold to pebblesnpi.. for 42.00
3227Mata Ortiz Polychrome Jar by Eliza OrtizDesert West Auction
Mata Ortiz Polychrome Jar by Eliza Ortiz, signed on bottom by artist, measures 7''H x 5.5''D, features stylized feather designs arou...
Estimate : 60.00 - 80.00
Sold to floor for 40.00
3228Jemez Pueblo Polychrome Jar by Norma ToyaDesert West Auction
Native American Jemez Pueblo Polychrome Jar by Norma Toya, measures 2.5'' x 3'', signed on bottom by artist
Estimate : 25.00 - 30.00
Sold to floor for 20.00
3231Navajo Pottery Seed Jar by Lorenzo SpencerDesert West Auction
Native American Navajo Pottery Seed Jar by Lorenzo Spencer, signed on bottom by artist, measures 2''H x 3''D
Estimate : 40.00 - 60.00
Sold to floor for 20.00
3231ACollection of Santo Domingo Pottery JarsDesert West Auction
Collection of Native American Santo Domingo Pottery Jars, #1 is signed F.T. (Frances P. Torivio). #2 Shallow Bowl unsigned. #3 Small Plate signed Or
Estimate : 40.00 - 60.00
Sold to floor for 20.00
3233Navajo Sterling Manassa Turquoise Ring, Size 13Desert West Auction
Stunning Native American Navajo Sterling Silver Manassa Turquoise Ring, Size 13, measures 1''L x .75''W, 26.58g in total wt.
Estimate : 100.00 - 150.00
Sold to albear79 for 96.00
3233ANavajo Sand Painting by Little River SimpsonDesert West Auction
Native American Navajo Sand Painting ''Navajo Frybread Maker'' by Little River Simpson, measures 16.5'' x 14'', sign...
Estimate : 60.00 - 80.00
Sold to floor for 50.00
3234Mata Ortiz Polychrome Geometric Jar by Luis OrtizDesert West Auction
Mata Ortiz Polychrome Geometric Jar by Luis Ortiz, marbleized clay, signed on bottom of jar by artist, stylized feather designs around flared rim, com
Estimate : 60.00 - 80.00
Sold to floor for 40.00
3235Pr Plains Indian Beaded BraceletsDesert West Auction
Pr Native American Plains Indian Beaded Bracelets, largest measures 8''L x 2.5''W, loose beads on ladybug cuff, snap closure on blue...
Estimate : 25.00 - 30.00
Sold to floor for 20.00
3236Pr Santa Clara Black Matte on Burnished PotteryDesert West Auction
Pr Native American Santa Clara Black Matte on Burnished Pottery, largest measures 4''H X 4.5''D, tallest jar has chip out of rim
Estimate : 25.00 - 30.00
Sold to floor for 25.00
3237Navajo Youth High Top Doeskin MoccasinsDesert West Auction
Native American Navajo Youth High Top Doeskin Moccasins, measures 9'' end to end x 6''H
Estimate : 40.00 - 60.00
Sold to floor for 20.00
3238Hand Beaded Vase by Kathy Kills ThunderDesert West Auction
Hand Beaded Vase by Kathy Kills Thunder. With vivid colors this vase stands 10'' tall and is 8'' in diameter at its widest point. Ka...
Estimate : 60.00 - 80.00
Sold to sivee for 30.00
3239Hand Beaded Wood Vase by Kathy Kills ThunderDesert West Auction
Hand Beaded Wood Vase by Kathy Kills Thunder, measures 10.5''H x 6''D, beautifully beaded in both warm and cool colors, turquoise an...
Estimate : 60.00 - 80.00
Sold to sivee for 42.00
3240Hopi Wooden Hanging KachinaDesert West Auction
Native American Hopi Wooden Hanging Kachina. This sweet piece Stands 7'' tall is 5'' wide and 2'' deep.
Estimate : 40.00 - 60.00
Sold to floor for 20.00
32413 Antique Single StirrupsDesert West Auction
3 Antique Single Stirrups, largest measures 7''H x 6.5''
Estimate : 40.00 - 60.00
Sold to pebblesnpi.. for 24.00