Desert West Auction Sept. 28th & 29th

Auction Details

Two Day Auction featuring several estates items from various consignors. Native American Pottery, Jewelry, Rugs, Art, Folk Art, Kachinas, & Dance Costumes. Estate Antiques, Collectibles & Jewelry. Cowboy & Mexican Memorabelia.
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San Juan Polychrome Bowl by Tomasita Reyes Montoya1252San Juan Polychrome Bowl by Tomasita Reyes Montoya
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From the Nick and Suzanne Nicholas Collection we have a San Juan Polychrome Bowl by Tomasita Reyes Montoya, measures 1.25'' x 6''W, ...
Estimate : 60.00 - 80.00
Sold to floor for 45.00
Mata Ortiz Eye Dazzler Jar by Rosa Gaona1253Mata Ortiz Eye Dazzler Jar by Rosa Gaona
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Mata Ortiz Eye Dazzler Jar by Rosa Gaona, measures 8''H x 8.5''W, features eye dazzling checkerboard background, with geometric and ...
Estimate : 80.00 - 100.00
Sold to floor for 80.00
Taos Micaceous Clay Wedding Vase1254Taos Micaceous Clay Wedding Vase
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From the Nick and Suzanne Nicholas Collection we have a Taos Micaceous Clay Wedding Vase, measures 4.5''H x 3.5''W, has fire cloud o...
Estimate : 40.00 - 50.00
Sold to floor for 35.00
Navajo Brass on Copper Storyteller Bracelet1255Navajo Brass on Copper Storyteller Bracelet
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Navajo Gold on Sterling Hogan Storyteller Bracelet, measures 7'' inside x 3/4''W. GL JF Hallmark
Estimate : 60.00 - 80.00
Sold to floor for 90.00
Victorian Style Red Beaded Dance Purse1256Victorian Style Red Beaded Dance Purse
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Intricately Beaded Zippered and Lined Purse. This striking item has two handles and beaded fringe. (2 fringe are missing their beads.) This item measu
Estimate : 60.00 - 80.00
Sold to floor for 25.00
4 Zuni Stone & Shell Animal Fetishes12574 Zuni Stone & Shell Animal Fetishes
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4 Zuni Stone & Shell Animal Fetishes, largest measures approx. 4''L x 1.5"H. Fox Shell, Agate Bear, Marble Bear, & Yellow Agat...
Estimate : 60.00 - 80.00
Sold to floor for 325.00
Antique Tepache Pineapple Redware Pitcher with Lid1258Antique Tepache Pineapple Redware Pitcher with Lid
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From the Proctor Estate, Silver City, NM. These pineapple shaped jars (or pitchers) are used to make tepache, a fermented pineapple drink. This jar d
Estimate : 125.00 - 150.00
Sold to floor for 90.00
Collection Vintage Silver Plated Souvenir Spoons1259Collection Vintage Silver Plated Souvenir Spoons
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Collection Vintage Silver Plated Souvenir Spoons. These wonderful spoons were made in Holland. 10 have galleons and 1 has a village scene. These spoon
Estimate : 40.00 - 50.00
Sold to floor for 20.00
Vintage Buffalo and Cow Horn Collectibles1260Vintage Buffalo and Cow Horn Collectibles
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Vintage Buffalo and Cow Horn Collectibles, largest measures 11'' x 3'', 1 scoop, 1 ashtray, 2 flared ended horns
Estimate : 40.00 - 50.00
Sold to floor for 30.00
Laquna Acoma Seed Jar by D M Pasquale1261Laquna Acoma Seed Jar by D M Pasquale
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Laquna Acoma Seed Jar by D M Pasquale. From the collection of Nick and Suzanne Nicholas. Darin & Michelle Pasquale are full blooded Native Ameri...
Estimate : 80.00 - 125.00
Sold to floor for 90.00
Collection of 9 Hand Carved and Painted Moose1262Collection of 9 Hand Carved and Painted Moose
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Collection of Hand Carved and Painted Moose. These cute and unique pieces are carved in bass wood and some depict moose skiing, fishing or golfing. Th
Estimate : 40.00 - 50.00
Sold to floor for 45.00
Set of 3 Oaxacan Footed Mexican Salsa Bowls1263Set of 3 Oaxacan Footed Mexican Salsa Bowls
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Set of 3 Oaxacan Footed Mexican Salsa Bowls. Oaxacan folk art is a tradition of Oaxaca, Mexico. These Vividly colored bowls show the intricate design
Estimate : 40.00 - 50.00
Sold to floor for 30.00
Zuni Pink Mother of Pearl Sterling Bracelet1264Zuni Pink Mother of Pearl Sterling Bracelet
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Zuni Angel Coral Sterling Bracelet, by D. Consis, measures approx. 6.5'' inside measurement x 1/4'' W.
Estimate : 100.00 - 150.00
Sold to floor for 80.00
Mexican Sterling Silver Lapis Bracelet1265Mexican Sterling Silver Lapis Bracelet
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Mexican Sterling Silver Lapis Bracelet, measures approx 7.5'' inside measurement with sterling marked on back of Lapis in silver setting. ....
Estimate : 60.00 - 80.00
Sold to floor for 35.00
Hopi Handpainted Tableta Headdress1267Hopi Handpainted Tableta Headdress
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From the Nick and Suzanne Nicholas Collection we have a Hopi Handpainted Tableta Headdress, measures 20''H (includes feathers) x 15.5'&#...
Estimate : 80.00 - 125.00
Sold to floor for 60.00
Hopi Handpainted Ceremonial Lightning Sticks1268Hopi Handpainted Ceremonial Lightning Sticks
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From the Nick and Suzanne Nicholas Collection we have Hopi Handpainted Ceremonial Lightning Sticks, longest measures 30''L x 2.5''W ...
Estimate : 60.00 - 80.00
Sold to artkollector for 48.00
Portugese Decorative Plate by Amos Almarza Ubeda1269Portugese Decorative Plate by Amos Almarza Ubeda
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Portugese Decorative Plate by Amos Almarza Ubeda. This brightly colored and unusual plate measures approx. 15'' in diameter x 3'' ta...
Estimate : 60.00 - 80.00
Sold to floor for 45.00
Mexican Pigalle Tradtional Fancy Dance Sombrero1270Mexican Pigalle Tradtional Fancy Dance Sombrero
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Mexican Dance Sombrero. This Dazzling black and white Sombrero measures approx. 20''L x 25''W.
Estimate : 60.00 - 80.00
Sold to floor for 25.00
Pendleton Chief Joseph Blanket1271Pendleton Chief Joseph Blanket
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Pendleton Chief Joseph Blanket, measures 62'' x 74'', camel brown border, beautiful sunset hues and camel brown and cream background...
Estimate : 150.00 - 200.00
Sold to floor for 125.00
Mata Ortiz Marbleized Turtle Jar by Luis Ortiz1272Mata Ortiz Marbleized Turtle Jar by Luis Ortiz
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Mata Ortiz Marbleized Turtle Jar by Luis Ortiz, measures 8''H x 6.5''W, features eye dazzling checkerboard background with 3 stylize...
Estimate : 60.00 - 80.00
Sold to floor for 80.00
Collection of Handmade Clay Cacti in Pots1273Collection of Handmade Clay Cacti in Pots
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Collection of Handmade Clay Cacti in Pots. This sweet set includes approx. 20 different cacti in terracotta looking pots. the cacti are painted and so
Estimate : 40.00 - 50.00
Sold to floor for 20.00
Hopi Wedding Vase1274Hopi Wedding Vase
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Hopi Wedding Vase, measures 5 1/8'' x 4'', traditional design, signed on bottom A.C.C Hopi
Estimate : 40.00 - 50.00
Sold to floor for 35.00
Mata Ortiz Polychrome Jar by Alejandria Soto1275Mata Ortiz Polychrome Jar by Alejandria Soto
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Mata Ortiz Polychrome Jar by Alejandria Soto. This stunning and unique burnished piece with repeating geometric designs measures approx. 8''...
Estimate : 40.00 - 50.00
Sold to floor for 80.00
East Coast Sampler Quilt1276East Coast Sampler Quilt
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East Coast Sampler Quilt. This beautiful quilt is in like new condition. It has a star design on one side and a coordinating printed material on the b
Estimate : 80.00 - 100.00
Sold to floor for 60.00
Original Acrylic Painting My Doggies by Kills Thunder1277Original Acrylic Painting My Doggies by Kills Thunder
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Original Acrylic Painting by Kills Thunder titled ''My Doggies''. Kathy Kills Thunder was born in Seattle Washington. Her Father was...
Estimate : 80.00 - 125.00
Sold to internet23 for 84.00
Original Acrylic Painting My Pony  by Kills Thunder1278Original Acrylic Painting My Pony by Kills Thunder
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Original Acrylic Painting by Kills Thunder titled ''My Pony''. Kathy Kills Thunder was born in Seattle Washington. Her Father was a ...
Estimate : 80.00 - 100.00
Sold to mattbn2012 for 54.00
Dynamic Acoma Sgraffito Olla by L.A. Concho1279Dynamic Acoma Sgraffito Olla by L.A. Concho
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From the Nick and Suzanne Nicholas Collection we have a dynamic Acoma Sgraffito Olla by L.A. Concho, signed on bottom by artist plus Acoma, N.M., meas
Estimate : 80.00 - 100.00
Sold to floor for 70.00
Folk Art Albizia Wood Framed Cat Mirror.1280Folk Art Albizia Wood Framed Cat Mirror.
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Folk Art Albizia Wood Framed Cat Mirror. The Albizia tree One of the fastest growing of all tree species. This truly Unique mirror measures approx 1...
Estimate : 40.00 - 50.00
Sold to floor for 30.00
Northwest Coast Artifacts1281Northwest Coast Artifacts
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Northwest Coast Artifacts, longest measures 6.25''L x .5'' (bone awl), #1 Bone Awl #2 Hare Bone Beads #3 Jet Blackbird Fetish #4 Bo...
Estimate : 80.00 - 125.00
Sold to floor for 150.00
PreColumbian Snake Tripod Pottery1282PreColumbian Snake Tripod Pottery
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PreColumbian Snake Tripod Pottery, measures 3''H x 6.25''W, features sgrafitto designs and two snakes, 3 curved legs and two handles
Estimate : 40.00 - 50.00
Sold to floor for 70.00
Hopi Dance Ankle Cuffs1283Hopi Dance Ankle Cuffs
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From the Nick and Suzanne Nicholas Collection we have a Hopi Dance Ankle Cuffs, features geometric designs in teal, maroon, and maize colors on wool b
Estimate : 30.00 - 40.00
Sold to floor for 20.00
Plains Indian Beaded Leather Vest1284Plains Indian Beaded Leather Vest
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Plains Indian Beaded Leather Vest, size medium, blue silk border, shell buttons with leather attachments, back of vest is beautifully beaded and depic
Estimate : 80.00 - 100.00
Sold to floor for 35.00
Pendleton Chief Joseph Turquoise Blanket1285Pendleton Chief Joseph Turquoise Blanket
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Pendleton Chief Joseph Turquoise Blanket, measures 60'' x 72'', black border, beautiful hues of turquoise, orange, red, yellow orang...
Estimate : 150.00 - 200.00
Sold to floor for 125.00
Vintage Mexican Deer Plate1286Vintage Mexican Deer Plate
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Vintage Mexican Deer Plate, measures 8''D, plate features deer lying amidst prickly pear cactus and desert foliage
Estimate : 40.00 - 50.00
Sold to floor for 30.00
Vintage Bible with Mother of Pearl Inlay Cover1288Vintage Bible with Mother of Pearl Inlay Cover
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Vintage Bible with Carved Mother of Pearl and Abalone Inlay Cover, measures 3.5'' x 5.5'', the word Jersusalem is carved in the cent...
Estimate : 60.00 - 80.00
Sold to floor for 25.00
1930 Five Pc Royal Holland Pewter Coffee Tea Set12891930 Five Pc Royal Holland Pewter Coffee Tea Set
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1930 Five Pc Royal Holland Pewter Coffee Tea Set. Royal Holland Pewter is made in Tiel Holland, thold Hansa town on the river Waal, where the worksho
Estimate : 150.00 - 200.00
Sold to floor for 60.00
Navajo Jemiz Kachina by Benally1290Navajo Jemiz Kachina by Benally
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Navajo Jemiz Kachina by Benally, measures 21''H, signed on bottom in pen is artist's name and name of kachina, mounted on wooden base, f...
Estimate : 80.00 - 100.00
Sold to floor for 40.00
Signed & Numbered Print by Michael Myers1291Signed & Numbered Print by Michael Myers
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Signed & Numbered Print by Michael Myers. This Beautiful Print is titled ''Morning Cloak'' and is on Heavy art paper. It measure...
Estimate : 40.00 - 50.00
Sold to floor for 35.00
Laguna Acoma Wedding Vase by E. Lazero1292Laguna Acoma Wedding Vase by E. Lazero
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Laguna Acoma Wedding Vase by E. Lazero; features traditional Acoma Black and Rust designs on white, measures 4.25''W x 7''H
Estimate : 40.00 - 50.00
Sold to floor for 30.00
Autumn 2009 American Indian Art Magazine1293Autumn 2009 American Indian Art Magazine
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From the Collection of Nick and Suzanne Nicholas. Autumn 2009 American Indian Art Magazine, Jewelry Issue
Estimate : 30.00 - 40.00
Sold to floor for 15.00
Mata Ortiz Black on Black Jar by Benjamin Soto1294Mata Ortiz Black on Black Jar by Benjamin Soto
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Mata Ortiz Black on Black Jar by Benjamin Soto, measures 6''H x 7''W, features textured sections and neck, pulled spout in gun metal...
Estimate : 50.00 - 60.00
Sold to floor for 80.00
Set of 4 Cloisonne Enamel Ornaments1295Set of 4 Cloisonne Enamel Ornaments
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Set of 4 Cloisonne Enamel Ornaments. This wonderful collection includes 2 humming birds, 2 butterflies - a "Swallowtail" and a "Monar...
Estimate : 50.00 - 60.00
Sold to jonh for 60.00
Hopi Woven Tricolored Plaque1296Hopi Woven Tricolored Plaque
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From the Collection of Nick and Suzanne Nicholas. Hopi Woven Tricolored Plaque, measures 6.5 in.
Estimate : 60.00 - 80.00
Sold to floor for 70.00
Print by Artist Dawne Michelle Smith1297Print by Artist Dawne Michelle Smith
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Print by Artist Dawne Michelle Smith. From the collection of Nick and Suzanne Nicholas. This is an attractive black and white print titled, "Ta...
Estimate : 60.00 - 80.00
Sold to floor for 25.00
Original Oil on Artist Board by J. Arviso1298Original Oil on Artist Board by J. Arviso
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Original Oil on Artist Board by J. Arviso. This Unique piece measures approx. 24''H x 30''W. and depicts a native american dancing a...
Estimate : 80.00 - 125.00
Sold to floor for 60.00
Matted Original Water Color by Anderson Benally1299Matted Original Water Color by Anderson Benally
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Matted Original Water Color by Anderson Benally. He was born in 1954 in Crownpoint, New Mexico. He was raised in the Rough Rock, Arizona region of th
Estimate : 80.00 - 125.00
Sold to floor for 40.00
Navajo Two Grey Hills Serrated Diamond Rug1300Navajo Two Grey Hills Serrated Diamond Rug
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From the Collection of Nick and Suzanne Nicholas we have a beautiful Navajo Two Grey Hills Rug, tightly woven serrated diamond rug in cream, black, g
Estimate : 500.00 - 750.00
Sold to floor for 275.00
India Inlay Mother of Pearl Daggar & Wooden Sheath1301India Inlay Mother of Pearl Daggar & Wooden Sheath
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India Inlay Mother of Pearl Daggar & Wooden Sheath, 14''L with 9'' blade, vine design on sheath, missing some mother of pearl pi...
Estimate : 80.00 - 125.00
Sold to floor for 30.00
Cherokee Seed Jar by P.J. Gilliam Stewart1302Cherokee Seed Jar by P.J. Gilliam Stewart
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From the Nick and Suzanne Nicholas Collection we have a Cherokee Seed Jar by P.J. Gilliam Stewart, measures 3''H x 2.75''W, features...
Estimate : 40.00 - 50.00
Sold to floor for 25.00
Photographic Native American Prints1303Photographic Native American Prints
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5 Photographic Native American Prints, largest measures 4'' x 6'', #1 White Horse, Kiowa #2 Cheyenne Chief #3 marked Eagle House o...
Estimate : 40.00 - 50.00
Sold to floor for 150.00