Desert West Auction Sept. 28th & 29th

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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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1950s Isleta Polychrome Pottery Basket2214 - 1950s Isleta Polychrome Pottery Basket
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1950s Isleta Polychrome Pottery Basket, measures 4'' x 5'', features twisted handle and geometric and abstract designs
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 60.00 - 80.00
Sold to materion for (40.00 + 8.00BP) = 48.00
 
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Mata Ortiz Marbleized Clay Olla2215 - Mata Ortiz Marbleized Clay Olla
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Mata Ortiz Marbleized Clay Olla, measures 7.25''H x 5.5''W, Paquime' inspired designs amid checkerboard designs, pulled spout
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 40.00 - 60.00
Sold to wilsonplum.. for (80.00 + 16.00BP) = 96.00
 
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Santa Clara & Santo Domingo Pottery Jars & Plate2216 - Santa Clara & Santo Domingo Pottery Jars & Plate
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Santa Clara Pueblo Pottery Jars, largest measures 5'' x 5'', #1 black on black plate signed Anita Pino features geometric flower des...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 60.00 - 80.00
Sold to creektrader for (80.00 + 16.00BP) = 96.00
 
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Collection of Native American Arrowheads & Beads2217 - Collection of Native American Arrowheads & Beads
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Collection of Native American Arrowheads & Beads, largest point measures 1'' X .5'', framed display under glass, features 11 obs...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 40.00 - 50.00
Sold to floor for (25.00) = 25.00
 
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Taos Micaceous Jar and Bowl - D. Carrillo2218 - Taos Micaceous Jar and Bowl - D. Carrillo
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Taos Micaceous Jar and Bowl, #1 is the largest and measures 7 3/8''H x 5 .25''W, tall jar with fluted rim and has fire clouds on bot...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 80.00 - 100.00
Sold to floor for (40.00) = 40.00
 
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Historic Santo Domingo Polychrome Pottery Bowl2219 - Historic Santo Domingo Polychrome Pottery Bowl
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Historic Santo Domingo Polychrome Pottery Bowl, measures approx. 4''H x 8''W. White, Grey & Red Colors.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 60.00 - 80.00
Sold to floor for (70.00) = 70.00
 
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1900 Solado/Tarahumara Redware Storage Jar2220 - 1900 Solado/Tarahumara Redware Storage Jar
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Early 1900s Historic Solado/Tarahumara Redware Storage. Measures 14 3/4''H x 18 1/4''W. There are several nicks in the under side...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 1,500.00 - 2,500.00
Sold to floor for (275.00) = 275.00
 
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Authentic Precolumbian Monkey Stirrup Pottery Vase2221 - Authentic Precolumbian Monkey Stirrup Pottery Vase
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Prehistoric Precolumbian Stirrup Pottery Vase, measures 9.5 x 5 x x5''. Monkey on handle. Small nip on rim. Enclosed Vessel.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 150.00 - 200.00
Sold to floor for (80.00) = 80.00
 
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Vintage Santo Domingo Bowl2222 - Vintage Santo Domingo Bowl
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Vintage Santo Domingo Bowl, measures 11.75''D x 4''H, fluted rim, features gray and cream leaves and flowers on rust colored bowl, s...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 150.00 - 200.00
Sold to floor for (100.00) = 100.00
 
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Santa Clara Dog Handled Jar by Peggy Tafoya2223 - Santa Clara Dog Handled Jar by Peggy Tafoya
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Santa Clara Dog Handled Jar by Peggy Tafoya, measures 7'' x 8'', signed on bottom by artist, melon style carving on base of jar, fea...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 150.00 - 200.00
Sold to floor for (125.00) = 125.00
 
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Prehistoric Stone Axehead2224 - Prehistoric Stone Axehead
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Prehistoric Stone Axehead, measures 6'' x 3.5'' x 2'', fully grooved, nice weight, has two glue spots on back where it was o...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 80.00 - 100.00
Sold to floor for (50.00) = 50.00
 
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Anasazi Reproduction Black on White Thunder Jar2225 - Anasazi Reproduction Black on White Thunder Jar
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From the Bill Freeman (deceased) New Mexico Estate, Anasazi Reproduction Black on White Thunder Jar, measures 9'' x 11'', chip in ri...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 80.00 - 100.00
Sold to floor for (80.00) = 80.00
 
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Antique Black Powder CMC 4 Shot Pepperbox Pistol2226 - Antique Black Powder CMC 4 Shot Pepperbox Pistol
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Antique Black Powder CMC 4 Shot Pepperbox Pistol. This wonderful item has a 3'' barrel and is stamped with the serial number 4606P CMC.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 125.00 - 150.00
Sold to floor for (150.00) = 150.00
 
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Black Powder 44 Caliber Revolver by F. LLI Pietta2227 - Black Powder 44 Caliber Revolver by F. LLI Pietta
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Black Powder 44 Caliber Revolver by F. LLI Pietta Italy. This Nice piece has an 5'' barrel and a spare cylinder. The serial number is 482327
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 125.00 - 200.00
Sold to floor for (150.00) = 150.00
 
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Black Powder Navy Model 36 Caliber Hawes Revolver2228 - Black Powder Navy Model 36 Caliber Hawes Revolver
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Black Powder Navy Model 36 Caliber Hawes Revolver. This nice piece has a 7.5'' barrel. It was made in Italy for the Hwes Firearm Co. of Los ...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 150.00 - 200.00
Sold to floor for (150.00) = 150.00
 
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Black Powder 44 Caliber Revolver by F. LLI Pietta2229 - Black Powder 44 Caliber Revolver by F. LLI Pietta
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Black Powder 44 Caliber Revolver by F. LLI Pietta Italy. This Nice piece has an 8'' barrel. The serial number is 243950.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 150.00 - 200.00
Sold to floor for (175.00) = 175.00
 
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Black Powder 44 Caliber Revolver by F. LLI Pietta2230 - Black Powder 44 Caliber Revolver by F. LLI Pietta
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Black Powder 44 Caliber Revolver by F. LLI Pietta Italy. This Nice piece has an 8'' barrel. The serial number is 244198.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 150.00 - 200.00
Sold to floor for (100.00) = 100.00
 
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Antique Horse Harness Straps2231 - Antique Horse Harness Straps
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Antique Horse Harness Straps with Copper Hearts, measures 16''L x 3'' at buckle, antique hardware
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 80.00 - 100.00
Sold to floor for (40.00) = 40.00
 
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Vintage Zuni Wooden Hanging Black Ogre Kachina2232 - Vintage Zuni Wooden Hanging Black Ogre Kachina
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Vintage Zuni Wooden Hanging Black Ogre Kachina, measures 9''H, features bared teeth, collar, leather cape, handpainted dance kilt, and feath...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 80.00 - 125.00
Sold to gourmet for (60.00 + 12.00BP) = 72.00
 
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Antique Original Oil Painting by Bert Johnston2233 - Antique Original Oil Painting by Bert Johnston
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Antique Original Oil Painting by Bert Johnston. This fantastic piece is set in a beautiful matted frame and depicts a southwest setting. This item has
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 200.00 - 300.00
Sold to floor for (50.00) = 50.00
 
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Navajo Ceremonial Wedding Basket2234 - Navajo Ceremonial Wedding Basket
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From the Collection of Nick and Suzanne Nicholas. Navajo Ceremonial Wedding Basket, measures 14.5 in. x 2.5 in.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 150.00 - 200.00
Sold to floor for (50.00) = 50.00
 
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Zia Pottery by Sofia Medina2235 - Zia Pottery by Sofia Medina
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From the Collection of Nick and Suzanne Nicholas. Zia Pottery by Sofia Medina, measures 3.5 in. x 3.25 in., few nips on rim and sides, Sofia Medina (
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 80.00 - 100.00
Sold to artkollector for (70.00 + 14.00BP) = 84.00
 
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Prehistoric Stone Ram Fetish2236 - Prehistoric Stone Ram Fetish
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Prehistoric Stone Ram Fetish, measures 1.5 in. long x .5 in. wide x 1.5 in. high, clearly defined horns and facial features, very smooth, found on the
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 80.00 - 125.00
Sold to floor for (125.00) = 125.00
 
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Native American Black Obsidian Scraper2238 - Native American Black Obsidian Scraper
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From the Collection of Nick and Suzanne Nicholas. Native American Black Obsidian Scraper, measures 9 in. x 3.5 in., wooden handle
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 80.00 - 100.00
Sold to floor for (30.00) = 30.00
 
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Native American Ivory Handled Parfleche Pouch2239 - Native American Ivory Handled Parfleche Pouch
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From the Collection of Nick and Suzanne Nicholas. Native American Ivory Handled Parfleche Pouch, measures 5 in.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 80.00 - 125.00
Sold to floor for (35.00) = 35.00
 
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Prehistoric Shell Pendants2240 - Prehistoric Shell Pendants
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Prehistoric Shell Pendants, largest measures 2.25 in. x 1.25 in., 1. is a clearly defined human form made of red shell with 2 drill holes 2. is a w
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 80.00 - 125.00
Sold to floor for (70.00) = 70.00
 
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Prehistoric Turquoise Turtle Fetish2241 - Prehistoric Turquoise Turtle Fetish
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Prehistoric Turquoise Turtle Fetish, measures 2.25 in. 1.5 in. x .5 in. high, highly detailed geometric etching on the shell, found on the Carr Ranch
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 150.00 - 200.00
Sold to blueeulb for (350.00 + 70.00BP) = 420.00
 
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Santa Clara Pueblo Bowl by Teresita Naranjo2242 - Santa Clara Pueblo Bowl by Teresita Naranjo
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From the Nick & Suzanne Collection we have a Santa Clara Pueblo Bowl by Teresita Naranjo (1919-1999), measures 3.25'' x 5.75'', ...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 80.00 - 100.00
Sold to floor for (275.00) = 275.00
 
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Taos Red Micaceous Clay Bean Pot - Virginia Romero2243 - Taos Red Micaceous Clay Bean Pot - Virginia Romero
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From the Nick and Suzanne Nicholas Collection we have a Taos Red Micaceous Clay Lidded Bean Pot by Virginia A. Romero, measures 6.5''H x 7&#...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 80.00 - 100.00
Sold to floor for (90.00) = 90.00
 
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2 Pair Leather Hopi Ankle Dance Bells2244 - 2 Pair Leather Hopi Ankle Dance Bells
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2 Pair Leather Hopi Ankle Dance Bells . From the collection of Nick and Suzanne Nichols. These wonderful items consist of a light colored leather pair
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 80.00 - 125.00
Sold to gourmet for (70.00 + 14.00BP) = 84.00
 
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Plains Indian Fur Medicine Man Headdress2245 - Plains Indian Fur Medicine Man Headdress
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Plains Indian Fur Medicine Man Headdress, measures 14'' x 21'', features buffalo horns, possibly coyote fur, two bells attached to t...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 200.00 - 300.00
Sold to gmann for (150.00 + 30.00BP) = 180.00
 
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Antique Navajo Wedding Basket2246 - Antique Navajo Wedding Basket
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Antique Navajo Wedding Basket, measures 7.5 in. long x 2.5 in. diameter
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 60.00 - 80.00
Sold to floor for (40.00) = 40.00
 
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Prehistoric Anasazi Plainware Jar2247 - Prehistoric Anasazi Plainware Jar
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Prehistoric Anasazi Plainware Jar, measures 5''H x 5''W, as found condition, no restoration, jar is spherical in shape, firecloud ne...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 200.00 - 300.00
Sold to floor for (125.00) = 125.00
 
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1928 Last Trail Cast Iron Bookends - Conn. Foundry2248 - 1928 Last Trail Cast Iron Bookends - Conn. Foundry
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1928 The Last Trail Cast Iron Connecticut Foundry Bookends, measures 5''H x 5''W, both are marked inside
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 80.00 - 100.00
Sold to floor for (40.00) = 40.00
 
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Prehistoric Stone Thunderbird Fetish Pendant2249 - Prehistoric Stone Thunderbird Fetish Pendant
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Prehistoric Stone Thunderbird Fetish Pendant, measures 2 in. in diameter x .25 in. high, clearly defined head and wings, found on the Carr Ranch in Ne
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 80.00 - 125.00
Sold to floor for (300.00) = 300.00
 
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Antique Nez Perce Beaded Flower Moccasins2250 - Antique Nez Perce Beaded Flower Moccasins
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From the Collection of Nick and Suzanne Nicholas. Antique Nez Perce Beaded Flower Moccasins, flower designs beaded in lavender, white, sea foam green
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 200.00 - 300.00
Sold to floor for (100.00) = 100.00
 
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Framed and Matted Print by Artist Jordan Torres2251 - Framed and Matted Print by Artist Jordan Torres
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Framed and Matted Print by Artist Jordan Torres. From the collection of Nick and Suzanne Nicholas. This Colorful Print has a visual measurement of app
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 125.00 - 150.00
Sold to floor for (60.00) = 60.00
 
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Collection of Native American Pottery2252 - Collection of Native American Pottery
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From the Nick and Suzanne Nicholas Collection we have 4 pieces of Native American Pottery, #1 is a blue and gray pulled spout vase with abstract swirl
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 40.00 - 50.00
Sold to floor for (25.00) = 25.00
 
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1950s Hopi Pueblo Rain Ceremony Dance Sash2253 - 1950s Hopi Pueblo Rain Ceremony Dance Sash
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From the Nick and Suzanne Nicholas Collection we have a 1950s Hopi Pueblo Rain Ceremony Dance Sash, 81''L x 3''W, tightly woven, fea...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 40.00 - 60.00
Sold to floor for (60.00) = 60.00
 
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Prehistoric Anasazi White Plainware Bowl2254 - Prehistoric Anasazi White Plainware Bowl
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From the Bill Freeman (deceased) New Mexico Estate, Prehistoric Anasazi White Plainware Bowl, measures 9'' x 2.5'', chip in rim
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 80.00 - 125.00
Sold to floor for (70.00) = 70.00
 
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Anasazi Reproduction Black on White Bowl2255 - Anasazi Reproduction Black on White Bowl
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From the Bill Freeman (deceased) New Mexico Estate, Anasazi Reproduction Black on White Bowl, measures 8.5'' x 4'', features black c...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 60.00 - 70.00
Sold to floor for (60.00) = 60.00
 
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Plains Indian Rare Mini Double Pointed War Club2256 - Plains Indian Rare Mini Double Pointed War Club
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From the Collection of Nick and Suzanne Nicholas. Plains Indian Rare Double Pointed War Club with Rawhide Handle, stone piece measures 3 and 5 eighth
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 80.00
Sold to floor for (25.00) = 25.00
 
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Prehistoric Classic Black on White Mimbres Bowl2257 - Prehistoric Classic Black on White Mimbres Bowl
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Prehistoric Classic Black on White Mimbres Bowl, measures 4.5 in. x 9.5 in. No Over paint, less than 5% wash if any on bottom of bowl, Glued only. Lar
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 1,500.00 - 3,000.00
Sold to floor for (1,500.00) = 1,500.00
 
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Large Mata Ortiz Polychrome Advertising Effigy2258 - Large Mata Ortiz Polychrome Advertising Effigy
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Large Mata Ortiz Polychrome Advertising Female Effigy, measures 19 in. x 8 in. x 8 in., anatomically correct female (heavy) composition sculpture, fro
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 500.00 - 750.00
Sold to floor for (400.00) = 400.00
 
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Mata Ortiz Zoomorphic Effigy Olla Ivon Quezada2259 - Mata Ortiz Zoomorphic Effigy Olla Ivon Quezada
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Mata Ortiz Zoomorphic Effigy Olla Ivon Quezada, measures 7'' x 8'' and features human face, badger head and ears, buttocks, and arms...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 80.00 - 125.00
Sold to xvdinpbs for (60.00 + 12.00BP) = 72.00
 
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1989 Anasazi Reproduction Pottery Ladle2260 - 1989 Anasazi Reproduction Pottery Ladle
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From the Collection of Nick and Suzanne Nicholas we have a 1989 Anasazi Reproduction Pottery Ladle, black on white geometric designs, measures 3 1/8...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 60.00 - 80.00
Sold to floor for (40.00) = 40.00
 
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Large Apache Burden Basket2261 - Large Apache Burden Basket
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From the Collection of Nick and Suzanne Nicholas. Large Apache Burden Basket, measures 14.5 in. x 13 in., tin jingles, The burden basket of the Apach
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 200.00 - 300.00
Sold to gourmet for (150.00 + 30.00BP) = 180.00
 
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Zia Bird Pottery2262 - Zia Bird Pottery
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From the Collection of Nick and Suzanne Nicholas. Zia Bird Pottery, painted in traditional brown and black on white, measures 7 in. x 7 in.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 150.00 - 200.00
Sold to floor for (350.00) = 350.00
 
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Prehistoric Mimbres classic Black on White Bowl2263 - Prehistoric Mimbres classic Black on White Bowl
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Prehistoric Mimbres classic Black on White Bowl, large 3.5 in. x 9.5 in. Less than 5% wash if any, no overpaint, professionally glued. Classic Style I
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 1,500.00 - 3,000.00
Sold to floor for (1,100.00) = 1,100.00
 
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Prehistoric Ram Stone Fetish2264 - Prehistoric Ram Stone Fetish
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Prehistoric Ram Stone Fetish, measures 1.5 in. long x .5 in. wide x 1.25 in. high, mottled stone, clearly defined curved ram horns, phenominal artifac
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 80.00 - 125.00
Sold to floor for (175.00) = 175.00
 
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