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Ancient / Ethnographic Art Discovery Sale
Friday - April 19, 2013
Ancient / Ethnographic Art Discovery Sale
1: A Grouping of Three Egyptian Scarabs
USD 600 - 900
Egypt, Late Dynastic Period, Beginning - Middle 1st Millennium BCE. A group of three Egyptian faience scarabs, each with
hieroglyphs on the bottom. Would make excellent pendants on a necklace. Just under 3/4"L. Provenance: Ex P. Mitry
Collection. Authenticity Guaranteed The starting price is the price at which the piece can sell.
2: A Pair of Egyptian Faience Amulets Ushabti and Ptaikos
USD 200 - 300
Egypt, Late Dynastic Period, Ca. 850 BCE. A grouping of two greenish-blue faience pieces, one miniature shabti, one Ptaikos,
the Dwarf God, amulet. Ptaikos amulet has hole in back for mounting. Shabti Measures 2-1/2"H, Ptaikos measures 1-1/2"H.
Provenance: Ex R. Moore Collection, Texas. Authenticity Guaranteed The starting price is the price at which the piece can sell.
3: A Set of 3 Egyptian Faience Ushabtis
USD 600 - 900
From ancient Egypt, Third Intermediate Period, Ca 1090 to 663 BC. Well-matched set of aqua-blue faience figures, comprised
of two “foreman” type shabtis (oversaw work to be performed in the afterlife) and one “worker.” Each of rather simple form, but
displayed together they create an outstanding group. Custom mounted. Figures measure between 2-5/8" and 3"H, all intact.
Provenance: EX-Terry Collection Authenticity Guaranteed The starting price is the price at which the item can sell.
4: An Egyptian Pseudo-Mummified Thoth
USD 600 - 900
From ancient Egypt, 3rd Intermediate - Late Period, ca. 1075 - 343 BC. A linen and resin mummiform figure of Thoth - the
baboon god - to resemble a shabti. Hands held to chest and holding an unknown object. 4-1/2"Provenance: Ex-private West
Coast USA Collection. Custom stand available for additional cost. Please inquire. Authenticity Guaranteed The starting price is
the price at which the piece can sell.
5: An Egyptian Bronze Torso of a Concubine
USD 200 - 300
From ancient Egypt, Late Period, ca 600 to 300 BC. Solid bronze lower torso of a female concubine showing incised pubis.
Custom stand. Torso itself measures 3-3/8"H, Provenance: Ex-private New England USA collection. Authenticity Guaranteed
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5A: Egyptian Late Dynastic Bes Amulet
USD 300 - 450
Rare in this form! Egyptian, Late Dynastic Period, Dynasties 26 thru 30, Ca 652 to 300 BCE. Light green faience amulet
showing Bes in the form of a Satyr atop a lotus column, depicted with long tail, large phallus, playing a tambourine. 3-1/16" H.
PROVENANCE: EX-Moore collection acquired at auction Authenticity Guaranteed Starting price is the price this lot can sell for
6: A Greek Bronze Meomphalic Philale
USD 300 - 450
Greek, Archaic Period, Ca. 6th Century BCE. A small philale with dome in center, and curved sides. A patina has formed over
entire piece with a nice green tint. 6-1/2"D. Provenance: Ex Private California Collection. Authenticity Guaranteed The starting
price is the price at which the piece can sell.
6A: Set of 3 Graeco Scythian bronze Arrowheads
USD 150 - 225
Northern Greece, Ca 500 to 300 BCE. 3 very nice bronze arrowheads. Each arrowhead of socketed type with each having
leaf-shaped point. 1-7/8" L. Comes in Riker Case. PROVENANCE: EX- Peter Urban collection, Authenticity Guaranteed Starting
price is the price this lot can sell for
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6B: A Collection of 6 Greek Sling Shot Bullets
USD 200 - 300
Greece, Ca. 5th Century BCE. Six lead sling shot bullets with narrow ends that taper into a wide middle. All measure between
1-3/4" and 2"L. A lot of heft to these bullets! Provenance: Ex- Fort Knox Artifacts, AZ Authenticity Guaranteed The starting price
is the price at which the piece can sell.
6C: Set of 3 Graeco Scythian bronze Arrowheads
USD 100 - 150
Northern Greece, Ca 500 to 300 BCE. 3 nice bronze arrowheads. Each arrowhead of socketed type with 2 having leaf-shaped
point, one a trilobate form. 1-3/8" L. Comes in Riker Case. PROVENANCE: EX- Peter Urban collection, Authenticity Guaranteed
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7: A Greek Macedonian Philip II Coin Pendant
USD 200 - 300
Macedon, Ca. 359-336 BCE. Coin of Philip II the Great, King of Macedon. Coin commemorates his Olympic Games Victory.
Obverse: Apollo, hair bound with tainia. Reverse: Horse prancing right. 10mm Diameter.Bronze coin mounted in gold pendant.
Provenance: Ex-Private Colorado Collection Authenticity Guaranteed The starting price is the price at which the piece can sell.
8: A Set of 3 Greek Magna Graecia Salt Dishes - Published!
USD 200 - 300
Southeastern Italy, Ca 4th century BCE. Set of 3 pottery salt dishes uncovered in a Daunian tomb in 1944 by Byron Farwell, and
later (1953) published in a book on his collection. Each salt is of simple, traditional form with low foot, glazed black to brown,
one with suspension holes near rim, one with suspension holes at base. 4" across for largest. PROVENANCE: EX-Byron
Farwell collection through family descent Authenticity Guaranteed! The starting price is the price at which the piece can sell.
9: A Set of 2 Published Magna Graecia Blackware Vessels
USD 200 - 300
Southeastern Italy, Ca 4th century BCE. Two pottery blackware vessels uncovered in a Daunian tomb in 1944 by Byron Farwell,
and later (1953) published in a book on his collection. First, an olpe in dark brown slip and small foot. Next, small single-handled
mug of bulbous form, also slipped deep brown. 4-1/4" and 3" high respectively. PROVENANCE: EX-Byron Farwell collection
through family descent Authenticity Guaranteed! The starting price is the price at which the piece can sell.
10: A Greek Salt Dish and Olpe - Published!
USD 200 - 300
Southeastern Italy, Ca 4th century BCE. Two pottery blackware vessels uncovered in a Daunian tomb in 1944 by Byron Farwell,
and later (1953) published in a book on his collection. First, an olpe in dark brown slip and small foot. Next, small salt dish this
slipped in more traditional Greek blackware glaze. 3-1/2" H and 4" D respectively. PROVENANCE: EX-Byron Farwell collection
through family descent Authenticity Guaranteed The starting price is the price at which the piece can sell.
11: A Pair of Greek Terracotta Spindle Jars
USD 300 - 450
Magna Graecia, Ca 4th century BCE. Nice pair of tall, thin spindle jars, once holding precious unguents. Shorter has traditional
blackware glaze, taller with faded glaze on neck and body left reserved. 5-1/4" H for largest. PROVENANCE: EX-Gualario
collection, Tampa, FL, acquired in the 1950's/60's. Authenticity Guaranteed The starting price is the price at which the piece can
sell.
12: A Greek Lidded Lekanis - Lady of Fashion
USD 200 - 300
Apulia, southern Italy, Ca 325 BCE. Pottery covered jar used for holding toiletries by the Greek elite. Decorated on each side
with Lady of Fashion portraits. 5-1/4" W by 3-3/8"H. PROVENANCE: EX-private Co collection Authenticity Guaranteed! The
starting price is the price at which the piece can sell.
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13: A Greek Lekanis Lid - Lady of Fashion
USD 200 - 300
Apulia, southern Italy, Ca 325 BCE. Pottery lid to a Lekanis - a covered jar used for holding toiletries by the Greek elite.
Decorated on each side with Lady of Fashion portraits. 3-5/8" W by 2-1/4"H. PROVENANCE: EX-private Co collection
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13A: Greek South Italic Terracotta Pyxis Cover
USD 150 - 200
Apulia, Southern Italy, ca. 4th Century BCE. Terracotta lid from a pyxis vessel, decorated by a series of palmettes. 6-1/2"D (16.5
cm). Provenance: Ex-prominent New York City, NY collection. Authenticity Guaranteed The starting price is the price at which
the piece can sell.
14: A Greek Blackware Pottery Kyathos
USD 200 - 300
Magna Graecia, Ca 4th century BCE. Lovely deeply glazed pottery kyathos. Single handle, small foot and rounded cup, all with
iridescent black glaze. 5" W to handle. PROVENANCE: EX-Gualario collection, Tampa, FL, acquired in the 1950's/60's.
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15: A Greek Blackware Pottery Skyphos
USD 200 - 300
Magna Graecia, Ca 4th century BCE. Lovely pottery skyphos of taller form. Twin horizontal handles, small foot and elongated
cup covered in black glaze, small section near foot left reserved. 5" W to handles. PROVENANCE: EX-Gualario collection,
Tampa, FL, acquired in the 1950's/60's. Authenticity Guaranteed The starting price is the price at which the piece can sell.
16: A Greek Lidded Pyxis - Sunrays
USD 300 - 450
Magna Graecia, Sicily, Ca. 4th Century BCE. A wonderful lidded cosmetic jar sits on a raised platform which gently turns into
the body of the pyxis, tapering outward to the shoulder of the vessel. At the shoulders the vessel tapers inwards to the flared
rim. Two "staple" handles are attached to shoulders on either side. Lid has a very slight downward slope and has a button
handle. Piece has been slipped in a black glaze and painted with white vertical "sun rays" across top of shoulder. 2-1/2"H x
3-1/2"W. Provenance: Ex-T.J. Die Collection, Beaumont, TX. Authenticity Guaranteed The starting price is the price at which the
item can sell.
17: A Greek Miniature Xenon Krater
USD 300 - 450
Magna Graecia, Ca. 5th-4th Century BCE. A miniature krater vessel, slipped in black paint and decorated with red linear
designs on both sides. 1-7/8"H Provenance: Ex- Private Colorado Collection Authenticity Guaranteed The starting price is the
price at which an item can sell.
18: A Greek Miniature Amphora
USD 300 - 450
Magna Graecia, Ca. 5th-4th Century BCE. A miniature Xenon amphora stands on a raised pedestal and has two high handles.
Painted red design on both sizes, one side featuring a stiff linear design, while the other sides features a fluid linear design.
2-1/4"H Provenance: Ex- Private Colorado Collection Authenticity Guaranteed The starting price is the price at which the piece
can sell.
19: A Greek South Italic Salt Dish and Plate
USD 200 - 300
Magna Graecia, Ca. 4th Century BCE. Two blacked slipped terracotta dished, one small salt dish with thick shoulders, and one
wide plate with upturned edges. Both sit on slightly raised platforms. Plate measures 6-1/4"D, Salt dish: 3"D. Provenance: Ex
Gualario Collection, FL. Authenticity Guaranteed The starting price is the price at which it can sell.
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20: A Messapian Pottery Skyphos - Published
USD 400 - 600
Southeastern Italy, Ca 4th century BCE. Fine and near-choice decorated pottery skyphos uncovered in a Daunian tomb in 1944
by Byron Farwell, and later (1953) published in a book on his collection. Bowl-shaped vessel with twin upward sweeping
handles and low foot, decorated with reddish bands and zigzags inside and out. 7-3/8" W to handles. PROVENANCE: EX-Byron
Farwell collection through family descent Authenticity Guaranteed The starting price is the price at which the piece can sell.
21: A Daunian Pixis, Ex-Farwell Collection
USD 400 - 600
Greek South Italic, Ca. 5th - 4th Century BC. Excavated from a necropolis near Ordona, Italy by Byron Farwell in 1944-1945.
Published in figure 57 of Franklin Johnson's "The Farwell Collection." This bi-chrome terracotta pixis includes the original top
and base, which was likely used to hold a woman's cosmetics in ancient times. The inside of the base features an raised center;
two ancient holes in side allowed it to be hung on wall, perhaps to dry? 4-1/2"H x 4-1/2"W, Provenance: Ex-Byron Farwell
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22: A Daunian Kyathos + Daunian Duck Askos
USD 300 - 450
Excavated from a necropolis near Ordona, Italy by Byron Farwell in 1944-1945. Published in figure 34 of Franklin Johnson's
"The Farwell Collection." Beauty is in its simplicity... Greek, South Italic, Ca. 5th - 4th Century BC. Terracotta one-handled
drinking cup, crafted entirely by hand. 3"H x 4 3/4"W; Plus a sweet little duck askos form, standing just 2-3/4"H! Dating to the 4th
century BC, pottery vessel such as this were used to pour small quantities of liquids such as oil. **Picture in Fig. 7, Grave III, 6
in Farwell's book**. Provenance: Ex-Byron Farwell Collection Authenticity Guaranteed. The starting price is the price at which
the piece can sell.
23: A Daunian Bi-Chrome Jar - Published
USD 600 - 900
Southern Italy, Ca. 5th-4th Century BC. Large jug with a swirl design painted around the neck. The middle of the jar is painted
with a wide and thick brown line and is surrounded on each side by thin parallel brown lines. The handle is unbroken and is
painted with three lines which meet on the rim to form a flower bud. 7 3/4"H x 7"W. Provenance: Ex-Bryon Farwell Collection.
Part of a 209 piece collection of ancient pottery featured in the book, "The Farwell Collection" published in 1953 by Franklin P.
Johnson, University of Chicago art historian and archaeologist. Byron Farwell was a young Army captain stationed in Italy during
WW II, and pieces presented in this book were personally excavated by him in 1944/45 in Ordona, Italy. Authenticity
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24: A Set of 2 Greek South Italic Loom Weights - Published!
USD 200 - 300
Excavated from a necropolis near Ordona, Italy by Byron Farwell in 1944-1945. Published in figure 14 of Franklin Johnson's
"The Farwell Collection." Ancient Greek, South Italic, Ca. 5th - 4th Century BC. Solid terracotta, both with ancient holes for
suspension. Loom weights may not be as flashy as a highly decorated amphora or askos, but they were an important tool for
textile workers. They also served as a cult object for the deceased. Loom weights would be buried with the recently departed as
a symbol of the weaving the sacred garments that the deceased were interred in. These specific loom weights served that
purpose as they were found in a grave. Think too of Penelope, left alone in Ithaca, longing for the return of Odysseus, her
husband and king of Ithaca, while suitors try to break down her door and take her hand in marriage. What did she do for the 20
years while Odysseus was gone? She wove and un-wove and wove again a blanket on a loom. The loom used weights like
these. They aren't as flashy as an askos or amphora, but they were a part of Homer's epic story. Make them a part of your epic
story.3-1/4"H x 1-1/2"W x 1-1/4"L and 2"H x 1-1/2"W x 1"L,.Provenance: Ex-Byron Farwell CollectionAuthenticity Guaranteed
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25: A Published Daunian Kyathos and Olpe (2 pcs)
USD 300 - 450
From a remarkably, well-provenanced collection! Daunian, eastern Italy, ca 4th century BCE, two vessels. First is a kyathos /
dipper with tall handle, polychrome painted design including a wheel design on bottom. Other vessel single handled olpe also
with remains of added pigment. Both pieces were published in a book by Captain Byron Farwell in 1953, detailing how these
were found/recovered in 1944/45 while he was on active duty in south-eastern Italy. Kyathos measures 5-1/2"W (14cm) x
4-3/4"H (12cm); Olpe is 4"H (10cm) to handle. PROVENANCE: Ex-Farwell Collection from daughter of Captain Farwell.
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26: A Set of 6 Daunian Bronze Bracelets (published)
USD 200 - 300
Rare! Southeastern Italy, Ca 4th century BCE. Set of 6 bronze bracelets uncovered in a Daunian tomb in 1944 by Byron
Farwell, and later (1953) published in a book on his collection. Each bracelet of simple form, two of rounded wire form, the other
four are flattened strips of bronze. 3" across for largest. PROVENANCE: EX-Byron Farwell collection through family descent
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27: A Large Daunian Olpe - Published
USD 200 - 300
Southeastern Italy, Ca 4th century BCE. Large and attractive Daunian pottery olpe uncovered in a Daunian tomb in 1944 by
Byron Farwell, and later (1953) published in a book on his collection. Bulbous vessel with everted rim and small foot and strap
handle, decorated with series of zigzags and concentric circles. 6" H. PROVENANCE: EX-Byron Farwell collection through
family descent Authenticity Guaranteed The starting price is the price at which the piece can sell.
28: A Daunian Olpe and Pedestal - Both Published!
USD 200 - 300
Southeastern Italy, Ca 4th century BCE. Two pottery vessels uncovered in a Daunian tomb in 1944 by Byron Farwell, and later
(1953) published in a book on his collection. First, a Daunian olpe with high handle and flat base, decorated in red and deep
brown bands. Next a Daunian pedestal plate also decorated with brown and red bands and "chevron" in the center of the plate.
Olpe measures 5-1/8" high, plate is 5-5/8" D. PROVENANCE: EX-Byron Farwell collection through family descent Authenticity
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29: A Published Daunian Olpe, ex-Farwell
USD 200 - 300
Southeastern Italy, Ca 4th century BCE. Another large and attractive Daunian pottery olpe uncovered in a Daunian tomb in
1944 by Byron Farwell, and later (1953) published in a book on his collection. Bulbous vessel with everted rim and small foot
and strap handle, decorated with series of zigzags and concentric circles in red and brown pigment. 6" H. PROVENANCE:
EX-Byron Farwell collection through family descent Authenticity Guaranteed! The starting price is the price at which the piece
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30: A Published Daunian Pottery Olpe
USD 250 - 375
Southeastern Italy, Ca 4th century BCE. Another large and attractive Daunian pottery olpe uncovered in a Daunian tomb in
1944 by Byron Farwell, and later (1953) published in a book on his collection. Bulbous vessel with everted rim and small foot
and strap handle, decorated with series of concentric circles in red/brown pigment created by inconsistent temperature in the
kiln. 5-5/8"H. PROVENANCE: Ex-Byron Farwell collection through family descent Authenticity Guaranteed The starting price is
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31: A Large Daunian Pottery Oinochoe
USD 300 - 450
Southeastern Italy, Ca 4th century BCE. Large and elaborately decorated Daunian pottery oinochoe uncovered in a Daunian
tomb in 1944 by Byron Farwell, and later (1953) published in a book on his collection. Bulbous vessel with trefoil spout, flattened
base and strap handle, decorated with series of concentric circles, scalloped decorations and other decorative elements in red
and brown pigment. 8"H. PROVENANCE: Ex-Byron Farwell collection through family descent Authenticity Guaranteed! The
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32: An Attractive Daunian Olpe - Published
USD 300 - 450
Southeastern Italy, Ca 4th century BCE. Elaborately decorated pottery olpe uncovered in a Daunian tomb in 1944 by Byron
Farwell, and later (1953) published in a book on his collection. Bulbous vessel with rounded spout, slightly flaring base and strap
handle, decorated with series of concentric circles, scalloped decorations and other decorative elements in red and brown
pigment. 5-5/8" H. PROVENANCE: EX-Byron Farwell collection through family descent Authenticity Guaranteed!
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33: A Pair of Published Daunian Olpes
USD 300 - 450
Southeastern Italy, Ca 4th century BCE. Two pottery vessels uncovered in a Daunian tomb in 1944 by Byron Farwell, and later
(1953) published in a book on his collection. First, an olpe decorated in dark brown concentric circles with flattened base and
strap handle. Next, another olpe of bulbous form, similarly decorated in red and brown rings and also with small strap handle
and flattened base. 4-1/2" and 4" high respectively. PROVENANCE: EX-Byron Farwell collection through family descent
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34: Three Daunian Pottery Items - All Published
USD 250 - 375
Southeastern Italy, Ca 4th century BCE. Set of 3 pottery vessels uncovered in a Daunian tomb in 1944 by Byron Farwell, and
later (1953) published in a book on his collection. First, a small handled jar, decorated in checkerboard motif. Next, pottery
kyathos with owl-shaped handle and finally a patera of shallow form decorated with red bands and waves. Jar is 5"W, kyathos is
4-1/4"H, patera is 9-1/2"W to handles. PROVENANCE: Ex-Byron Farwell collection through family descent Authenticity
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35: A Greek Campanian Squat Lekythos
USD 300 - 450
Magna Graecia, Likely Campania, Italy, Ca. 4th century BCE. A beautifully formed squat vessel slipped in a black lead glaze.
Vessel is composed of a low platform supporting a bulbous body, with high spout and connecting handle. 4-1/2"H x 4"D.
Provenance: Ex D. Falliers Collection, Denver Colorado. Authenticity Guaranteed The starting price is the price at which the
item can sell.
36: A Canosan Pitcher with Split Handle
USD 300 - 450
Canosa, Southern Italy, Ca 350 BCE. A beautiful pitcher with a wide flared rim and split handle. Piece was slipped in white with
red decoration, of which remnants remain. 3-1/2"H. Provenance: Ex- Gualario Collection, FL Authenticity Guaranteed The
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37: A Greek Hellenistic Glass Pendant
USD 400 - 600
Very rare and quite stunning! Greek, from the Hellenistic Period, ca. 3rd to 2nd century BC, cameo glass pendant of deep
aubergine, layered with white glass and then another in aubergine to produce an almost "evil eye" effect. Set into modern
sterling silver bezel pendant. 1"H x 3/4"W, PROVENANCE: Ex-Terrab Collection, acquired in Egypt in the 1950s. Authenticity
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38: A Hellenistic Greek Mask of a Woman
USD 200 - 300
Greece, Ca. 4th-1st Century BCE. A mold formed Greek mask depicting a woman with long flowing hair, graceful arching brow
with lightly inset eyes, small lips with dimples on either side, and full cheeks. Face gives of a slight smile. 4-1/2" W x 3-3/4"H.
Provenance: Ex-Sarner Collection, Palm Springs, CA. Contact us if interested in a custom stand for a reasonable price
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39: A Pair of Hellenistic Greek Silver Earrings
USD 200 - 300
Greece, Ca. 3rd Century BCE. Two earrings cast in silver. One has large and thick loop, the second has a pincer loop with
geometric design on bottom. Both approximately 7/8"L. Comes with a cobalt blue leather case imprinted with TIFFANY & Co in
gold inside lid. Provenance: Ex-Private Colorado Collection. Authenticity Guaranteed The Starting price is the price at which the
piece can sell.
40: A Greek Bronze Bowl
USD 300 - 450
Greece, Hellenistic Period, Ca. 3rd Century BCE. Deep bowl with a subtle center bump, bronze has developed a nice patina,
with several shades of green, as well as hints of Azurite. Light tan mineral deposits on interior of bowl. 5-3/4"D Provenance: Ex
Private California Collection, CA. Authenticity Guaranteed The start price is the price at which the piece can sell.
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41: A Greek Hellenistic Spindle Jar
USD 200 - 300
Greece, Ca. 200 BCE. Buffware pottery with added black band in lead glaze. Reminiscent of the fine black-glazed pottery
produced by the Greeks four centuries earlier. 8-1/2"T. Provenance: Ex-private Colorado Collection Authenticity Guaranteed
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42: A Greek Thessalian Coin of Apollo Pendant
USD 200 - 300
Thessaly, Ca. 196-146 BCE. Obverse: Face of Apollo. Reverse: Thessalian Pallas Itonia advancing, hurling javelin and holding
shield. Apollo has been recognized as a god of light and the sun, truth and prophecy; medicine, healing, and plague; music,
poetry, and the arts. Apollo is the son of Zeus and Leto, and has a twin sister Artemis. Mounted in a gold pendant. 20mm
Diameter. Provenance: Ex-Private Colorado Collection. Authenticity Guaranteed The starting price is the price at which the
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43: A Greek Pottery Oinochoe / Lagynos
USD 300 - 450
From the Geometric period, ca. 8th century BCE Small pouring vessel decorated in brown slip with short lines around the trefoil
mouth and along the handle, the neck adorned with zigzag and horizontal bands, the shoulders with crosshatched triangles,
"wolf's teeth," the body decorated with zigzag and horizontal bands. 3-1/4"H x 3"D at base. Provenance: Ex-private New York
Collection. Authenticity Guaranteed The starting price is the price at which the item can sell
44: A Set of Two Holyland Terracotta Vessels
USD 300 - 450
Holy Land, Ca. 1st Millennium BCE, Possibly Herodian. Two terracotta vessels, one unguent and one pitcher. Both slipped in a
light red paint with the pitcher demonstrating some black discoloration. Unguent: 4-1/2"H. Pitcher 4-1/8"H. Provenance: Ex
Gualario Collection, FL. Authenticity Guaranteed The starting price is the price at which the item can sell.
45: A Holy Land Beaker Vessel
USD 100 - 150
Holy Land, Ca. 1st Millennium BCE. A red-slipped vessel with upturned and flared rim. Nice thick and coarse terracotta. 4"H.
Provenance: Ex G. Bingham Collection. Authenticity Guaranteed The starting price is the price at which the piece can sell.
46: 2 Roman Bronze Rings + 1 Silver Greek Ring
USD 300 - 450
Nice group of 3 rings, all quite authentic and all completely wearable. Set includes 2 bronze rings, Roman Empire, Ca 200 to
400 CE, each of thin bronze sheet, each decorated with incised lines, dots and decorations. Next, small silver Hellensitic Greek
ring, ca 200 BCE, with flattened bezel, this inscribed in Greek script with "Pi ENTNA Sigma" Smallest bronze ring and silver ring
each measures 16mm inner diameter, larger bronze ring is 18mm inner diameter. Provenance: Ex-Sarkisian Estate, Denver, CO
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46A: 2 Roman Bronze Spear Blades
USD 500 - 750
Roman Empire, ca 200 to 400 CE. Two medium-sized iron spear tips, each of socket type, one with central blood ridge, other
without. Each 8-1/2" L. PROVENANCE: EX-Private AZ collection, acquired at Fort Knox Artifacts Authenticity Guaranteed
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46B: Remarkably Well Preserved Roman Iron Spear
USD 700 - 1,050
Roman, 2nd to 3rd centuries. Long iron spear of the type used by the Roman Auxiliary legions. Central ridge and short socket,
the middle section remarkably free of rust, whereas the tip and base with typical rusted sections. 19" L. PROVENANCE: EXPeter Urban collection, Authenticity Guaranteed Starting price is the price this lot can sell for
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46C: Pair of Roman Lead & Iron Plumb Bobs
USD 400 - 600
Roman Empire, ca 1st to 4th centuries. Pair of plumb bobs used to determine if a vertical line is straight. Large blob of lead is
wrapped around the end of an iron "dart." 5-3/4" L for longest. PROVENANCE: EX- Peter Urban collection, Authenticity
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46D: Set of 6 Roman Bronze Arrowheads
USD 150 - 225
Roman Empire, Ca 200 to 300 CE. Set of 6 small bronze arrowheads, each of trilobite form. 7/8" L for longest. Comes in Riker
Case. PROVENANCE: EX- Peter Urban collection, Authenticity Guaranteed Starting price is the price this lot can sell for
46E: Bagged Lot of 13 Italic Roman Bronze Arrowheads
USD 200 - 300
Italy, Ca 100 to 300 CE. Set of 13 very similar trilobate arrow tips of short triangular form, each between 1/2" to 7/8" long.
Another great dealer lot! PROVENANCE: EX- Peter Urban collection, Authenticity Guaranteed Starting price is the price this lot
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46F: Mixed Lot of 38 Parthian bronze Arrowheads
USD 500 - 750
Parthian Empire, Ca 200 BCE to 300 CE. Nice bagged lot of 38 bronze arrowheads. Includes broad-leaf and trilobate forms. 38
tips in all - a great dealer lot! About 1-1/2" L for longest. PROVENANCE: EX- Peter Urban collection, Authenticity Guaranteed
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46G: A Set of 7 Parthian Arrow Heads
USD 150 - 225
Near East, Ca. 247 BCE - 224 CE. A set of seven arrow heads cast in bronze. Set contains two types, one with points that
extend slightly backwards, and two that form right angles and taper towards point. Approximately 1-1.5" L. Provenance: Ex Fort
Knox Artifacts, AZ. Authenticity Guaranteed The starting price is the price at which the piece can sell.
47: A Lot of 3 Herodian Oil Lamps
USD 400 - 600
Holy Land, Ca. 1st Century BCE/CE. A grouping of three terracotta oil lamps of the Herodian style, featuring circular bodies with
long flaring spouts. All approximately 3-1/2" L. Provenance: Ex Fort Knox Artifacts, AZ Authenticity Guaranteed The starting
price is the price at which the item can sell.
48: A Large Roman Oil Lamp with Goddess
USD 200 - 300
Rome, Ca. 1st Century BCE A white slipped oil lamp with the goddess Sol on the face, sun rays surrounding her. 4-3/4"L x
3-1/2"W. Provenance: Ex Private Colorado Collection Authenticity Guaranteed The starting price is the price at which the item
can sell.
48A: Roman Glass Unguent / Flask
USD 200 - 250
Near East, Ca. 200 - 300 AD. Dark green pouring vessel with wide base, thin neck and rolled rim. 3-1/8"H. Provenance:
Ex-private New York City, NY Collection.Authenticity Guaranteed
49: A Roman Glass Flask Silvery Iridescence
USD 300 - 450
Rome, 1st Century CE. Pear-shaped body rests on a flattened bottom and tapers sharply in at top where it joins the cylindrical
neck with its flared and in-folded rim. Glossy fire-polished surface has a layer of silver iridescence as well as incrustation on the
interior. Cf. ROM, cat. no 225, pp 70 & 202; Yale, cat. no 88, p 31. 5-3/8"H, Provenance: Ex-Prominent New York City, NY
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49A: Mixed Lot of Ancient Glass
USD 200 - 300
Egypt and Roman Empire, CA 1500 BCE to 300 CE. Interesting group of ancient glass - some fragments, some complete
amulets. Group includes an Amarna period blue amulet and several beads, Late Dynastic Shu amulet, early Egyptian glass, and
sections from roman vessels with exquisite iridescence. Comes in Riker case. PROVENANCE: EX- Philip Mitry collection,
Authenticity Guaranteed Starting price is the price this lot can sell for
50: An Interesting Roman Oil Lamp with Gladiator
USD 200 - 300
Rome, Ca. 1st Century CE. A Roman red-slipped oil lamp with gladiator in raised relief. Gladiator is holding gladius and shield.
Custom stand. 5-1/2"H on stand. 3-1/4"H alone. Provenance: Ex Private Colorado Collection. Authenticity Guaranteed The
starting price is the price at which the item can sell.
51: A Roman Bronze Bull Votive
USD 600 - 900
Rome, ca. 1st-2nd Century CE. Solid bronze bull shown striding forward with the right legs advanced, the switch of its long,
straight tail joined to the hock of the left hind leg, the dewlap ridged and the ears horizontally erect below the short up-curving
horns. 2-1/2"L x 2-1/2"H x 3/4"W. Provenance: Ex-prominent New York City, NY Gallery. Authenticity Guaranteed The starting
price is the price at which the piece can sell.
52: A Roman Bronze Rabbit
USD 700 - 1,050
Rome, ca. 200 CE. Solid bronze rabbit lunging at something, possibly a mouse. Great action and workmanship, possibly from a
larger vase or a knife handle. Length: 3 1/2" (9 cm.) Provenance: Ex Private New York City, NY Collection. Authenticity
Guaranteed The starting price is the price at which the piece can sell
53: A Roman Emperor Hadrian Sestertius Coin Pendant
USD 200 - 300
Roman Empire, Ca. 119 - 138 CE. Obverse: Profile of Hadrian. Reverse: ANNONA standing left holding corn ears over modius
and rudder. coin mounted on pendant bracket. 25mm D. Provenance: Ex Private Colorado Collection Authenticity Guaranteed
The start price is the price at which the piece can sell.
54: A Miniature Roman Glass Jar + Roman Bronze Ring
USD 200 - 300
Rome, Ca. 1st-2nd Century CE. A miniature roman glass vase of greenish blue tinge, composed of a stacked spherical base,
with a cylindrical neck that tapers out at the end. The Roman ring has an interesting table with incised design. Interior diameter
is approximately 2 cm. Provenance: Ex Private Colorado Collection Authenticity Guaranteed The starting price is the price at
which the piece can sell.
55: A Roman Bronze Herm Figural Chest Hasp
USD 700 - 1,050
Rome, ca. 1st - 3rd Century CE. Obverse reverse bronze chest hasp in the form of a youthful herm figure with nice facial
features, exposed breasts, incised decorative band with modeled male genitalia adorns the midsection, hinged loop at back of
the top and lock bolt slot at the back of the base. Custom stand. Figure itself measures 4-7/8"H. Provenance: Ex-prominent New
York City, NY Gallery. Authenticity Guaranteed The starting price is the price at which the piece can sell.
56: A Roman Glass Candlestick Unguent
USD 300 - 450
From ancient Rome, ca. 2nd century AD, most likely from Syria or Lebanon (glass centers of the Roman Empire). Tall glass
unguent in light green glass, bulbous base, very long neck and widened rim, now covered in stunning silvery iridescence.
7-3/8"H, Provenance: Ex-private Houston, TX collection. Authenticity Guaranteed The starting price is the price at which the
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57: A Roman Glass Bottle
USD 300 - 450
Roman Empire, Ca 200 to 400 CE. Lovely medium-sized unguent vessel, of pale aqua-blue glass; with bulbous base, long
tapered neck and rolled rim. Interestingly, the rim was slightly misshapen during the manufacturing process leaving about it 1/2
disfigured (but not broken). 5-3/8"H. PROVENANCE: Ex-private New York, NY collection Authenticity Guaranteed The starting
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58: A Roman Terracotta Spouted Jug
USD 400 - 600
Northern Empire, Ca. 1st-2nd Century CE. Wide-bodied pottery vessel slipped in darker red; with narrow spout, sits on a low
platform. 6"H x 5"W Provenance: Ex Private German Rhineland Collection Authenticity Guaranteed The starting price is the
price at which the item can sell.
59: A Roman North African Pottery Fragment - Gladiator
USD 500 - 750
North Africa, ca 300 to 400 CE. Nice section of a large redware vessel decorated in deep relief with a standing gladiator holding
a long spear, lion to each side of him. 5"W. Custom base PROVENANCE: Ex-Byron Farwell collection, Authenticity guaranteed!
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60: A Pair of Roman Bronze Implements
USD 300 - 450
Rome, Ca. 1st Century CE. Two Roman bronze implements, one Surgical tool with "V" scoop and twisted handle and one long
toga pin with hole through handle. Surgical tool measures 6-1/2"L, Toga pin measures 8"L. Provenance: Ex Gualario Collection,
FL. Authenticity Guaranteed The start price is the price at which the piece can sell.
61: A Roman Glass Miniature Flask
USD 200 - 300
Rome, Ca. 4th Century BCE. A short glass jar with bulbous body and short and narrow neck and flared rim. Indented base with
slight remnant of pontil. Excellent encrustation and iridescence gives the jar a marbled granite effect. 2-1/2"H. Provenance:
Ex-private Colorado pCollection. Authenticity Guaranteed The starting price is the price at which the piece can sell.
62: A Set of Four Roman Silver and Bronze Bracelets
USD 200 - 300
Rome, Ca. 1st Century BCE/CE. Two small silver bracelets (or possibly earrings) are very light with undecorated bodies, and
flat ends. 1-1/2"D. Two bronze bracelets with impressed linear designs on ends.2-3/4"D. Provenance: Ex Private Colorado
Collection Authenticity Guaranteed The starting price is the price at which the piece can sell.
62A: A Set of 12 Roman Arrowheads found in Sicily
USD 300 - 450
Rome, Ca. 200 BCE - 300 CE. Lot of 12 Roman bronze arrow heads, 11 still have remnants of original wooden shafts. Three
sided arrows with indentions on one side for holding wooden shafts. 1"L Provenance: Ex Fort Knox Artifacts, AZ. Authenticity
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63: A Roman Bronze Statuette - Running Male
USD 700 - 1,050
Rome, Ca. 2nd–3rd century CE. Small bronze statuette of a running man with incised eye and mouth detail. This piece likely
served as a votive in the tomb of a young athlete. 2-3/4"H, custom stand. Provenance: Ex Gualario Collection Authenticity
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63A: Large Coptic Textile Fragment
USD 700 - 1,050
One of the largest and finest examples of Coptic textiles we have seen outside of major museums! Egyptian, ca 5th to 9th
century AD. Tightly woven linen with large section of red on black border and large central medallion with standing/dancing
figure, all against tan background. Measuring a very large 14"W x 14"H (at one end) ! Provenance: Ex-Newton Collection, San
Antonio, TX. Authenticity Guaranteed Starting price is the price this lot can sell for
63B: Byzantine Pottery Grenade - Greek Fire
USD 300 - 450
Ancient Byzantine Ceramic 'GREEK FIRE' Hand Grenade 10th Century AD, decorated with impressed circles and slashes.
Supposed to be the secret weapon that would keep the Byzantines safe. I guess no one told the Persians... 6" h.
PROVENANCE: EX-Private AZ collection, acquired at Fort Knox Artifacts Authenticity Guaranteed Starting price is the price this
lot can sell for
63C: Another Byzantine Pottery Grenade - Greek Fire
USD 300 - 450
Ancient Byzantine Ceramic 'GREEK FIRE' Hand Grenade 10th Century AD, slightly deformed grayware "bomb" decorated with
impressed circles and slashes with small nipple. Supposed to be the secret weapon that would keep the Byzantines safe. I
guess no one told the Persians... 5" h. PROVENANCE: EX-Private AZ collection, acquired at Fort Knox Artifacts Authenticity
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63CC: Royal Byzantine Pottery Grenade - Greek Fire
USD 350 - 450
Ancient Byzantine Ceramic 'GREEK FIRE' Hand Grenade, ca. 10th Century CE. Decorated with impressed circles in grape-vine
pattern. Used by the British and the Knights of the Round Table to slay the evil killer bunny - Okay, if you haven't seen The Holy
Grail, you may miss this reference.... 4-1/2"H. PROVENANCE: Ex-private AZ collection, acquired at Fort Knox Artifacts
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63D: Pair of Byzantine to Medieval Iron Axe Heads
USD 500 - 750
Ca 600 to 1200 CE. Pair of interesting iron axe heads, first of typical form with small hammer at rear, 2" blade at front. Other,
more unique example again with hammer at end but long thin blade at other end. 6-1/2" for largest. PROVENANCE: EX- Peter
Urban collection, Authenticity Guaranteed Starting price is the price this lot can sell for
63E: Byzantine/Medieval Bronze Javelin Tip
USD 200 - 300
800 to 1200 CE, nice iron javelin head. Hand-hammered iron with long socket of squarish form, each side with slightly concave
walls. 11" L. PROVENANCE: EX- Peter Urban collection, Authenticity Guaranteed Starting price is the price this lot can sell for
63F: Trio of Byzantine Iron Mace Heads
USD 300 - 500
Byzantine empire, ca 800 to 1100 CE. Three iron mace heads, each of different form, including rounded, multi-spiked and
sleeve type maces. 2-1/2"H x 3"W for largest. PROVENANCE: EX- Peter Urban collection, Authenticity Guaranteed Starting
price is the price this lot can sell for
63G: Four Byzantine Iron Mace Heads
USD 300 - 450
Byzantine empire, ca 800 to 1100 CE. Four iron mace heads, each of different form, including rounded, multi-spiked and star
type maces. 2-1/2" H by 3" W for largest. PROVENANCE: EX- Peter Urban collection, Authenticity Guaranteed Starting price is
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63H: A Pair of Crusader Era Javelin Points
USD 200 - 300
Byzantine Empire, Ca. 1000 - 1200 CE. Two iron javelin tips, with long tips that extend towards the base. One point has a
beautifully twisted neck. 4-1/4"L and 3-1/2"L. Provenance: Ex Fort Knox Artifacts, AZ. Authenticity Guaranteed The starting price
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63I: Early Medieval Iron Javelin Tip
USD 300 - 450
Iron javelin point, ca 1100 to 1300 CE. Socketed tip with twisted shaft and arrowhead-shaped point. 10-1/2" L. PROVENANCE:
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63J: Islamic Glass Sprinkler Vessel
USD 250 - 300
From the ancient Near East, ca. 1000 - 1200 CE. Golden green glass with bulbous body and everted rim; indented body and
deeper indenting around neck. Dimpled bottom. 2-1/4"H.Provenance: Ex-private New York Collection.
63K: Islamic Coreform Glass Vial
USD 600 - 800
Middle East, Ca. 7-9th Century CE. Stands on raised glass base, carved glass lines on body create an illusion of twisted glass,
as well as a nice textured grip. Two handles on either sides of the rounded rim rise from just below the rim, attach to the rim,
and continue a little bit higher. Pressed indentations on handles to the rim create illusion of hands holding the "head" of the
beaker. 4-1/4"H. Provenance: Ex-Prominent New York City, NY Collection. Authenticity Guaranteed
63L: Islamic Coreform Glass Amphora
USD 800 - 1,000
Middle East, Ca. 7-9th Century CE. Miniature ancient vessel in dark blue/black glass sits on raised glass base; body and
handles form traditional Greek amphora shape. Painted blue glass zigzag pattern applied across middle of amphora and is in
stark and beautiful contrast to the black glass. Custom stand. 2-1/2"H x 2" handlespan. Provenance: Ex-Prominent New York
City, NY Collection. Authenticity Guaranteed
64: An Indus Vallery Pottery Pyxis
USD 100 - 150
Pakistan, Indus Valley, Ca 3rd millennium BCE. Nice pottery pyxis painted in brown and red pigment in varied geometric
shaped. 3" (7.5cm) H by 3-5/8" (9.3cm) D.Provenance: Ex- Smith collection Authenticity Guaranteed The starting price is the
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65: An Anatolian Marble Stargazer
USD 500 - 750
From the ancient Near East, Turkey, Ca 2500 BCE. Cycladic, Kilia Style, art in the form of a simple “Stargazer” with oblong face
and small pointed nose – broken from larger figure. Head itself measures 1-1/2”H. Custom stand. Provenance: Ex-private
European collection acquired at Paris auction. Authenticity Guaranteed The starting price is the price at which the piece can
sell.
66: A Cuneiform Clay Tablet UR II
USD 400 - 600
Sumer, UR II, Ca. 2047-1940 BCE. A nice double sided cuneiform biscuit with sharp writing. Obverse is completely covered with
writing, while the reverse has open space at the very bottom. 3-1/2"L x 2-1/4"W. Provenance: Ex R Brockway Collection, FL.
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67: A Small Cuneiform Tablet UR II
USD 300 - 450
Sumer, UR II, Ca. 2047-1940 BCE. A small double sided cuneiform tablet with writing on the reverse, obverse and one side. 2"
x 1-1/2". Provenance: Ex R. Brockway Collection, FL. Authenticity Guaranteed The starting price is the price at which an item
can sell.
67A: Ancient Babylonian Cuneiform Tablet
USD 450 - 675
An ancient Babylonian cuneiform tablet, circa 1900 B.C. - 1700 B.C. This example measures approximately 2" wide by about 1
3/4" tall and about 3/4" thick, and displays ancient cuneiform script on both sides. The ancient writing is slightly more worn on
one side that the other, and the side that is most legible is quite well preserved. Despite the small amount of loss at one corner,
this displays well. This auction is for the cuneiform tablet itself, and does not include the plastic display stand shown for
photographing purposes only (which is ill-suited for securely displaying this object).PROVENANCE: EX Former Mark Bir estatecollected in the mid-1900's. Authenticity Guaranteed Starting price is the price this lot can sell for
68: A Syro-Hittite Terracotta Figure
USD 200 - 300
From the ancient Near East, Syria, Ca. 2000 BCE. Terracotta figure in abstract human form, with impressed detail of eyes, and
jewelry. Remnants of white pigment. 3-1/4"H. Provenance: Ex D Smith Collection, CA. Authenticity Guaranteed The starting
price is the price at which the piece can sell.
68A: An Indus Valley Fertility Goddess
USD 150 - 225
Pakistan / Afghanistan, Mehrgarh Period, Ca 2800 to 2600 BCE. Seated female fertility figure with simple features wearing a
long veil over the top of her head and wide collar just above large breasts; legs bent as if seated. 5-1/2"L. Provenance: Ex-D.
Smith Collection, CA. Authenticity Guaranteed The starting price is the price at which the piece can sell.
69: An Elamite Bronze Ibex Miniature
USD 300 - 450
Elamite Empire, Luristan, Ca. Late 3rd - Early 1st Millennium BCE. Small cast bronze figure of standing ibex with large eyes,
horns, and incised muscular detail. Wood block stand. Ibex itself stands 1"H. Provenance: Ex Bishop Gallery, Estes Park, CO.
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70: An Elamite Bronze Spear / Arrow (set of 3)
USD 300 - 450
Elamite Empire, Luristan, Ca. Late 3rd - Early 1st Millennia BCE. This set of three early Elamite bronze blades includes two
spear tips, and one bronze arrow head. The largest blade has a center ridge. 8-3/16"H, 4-3/8"H & 2-1/8"H
Provenance:Ex-Sarkisian Estate, Denver CO; Acquired in the 1950s. Authenticity Guaranteed The starting price is the price at
which the piece can sell.
71: An Iranian Pottery Askos
USD 400 - 600
From the ancient Near East, Iran, Ca late 2nd to 1st millennium BC. Pottery pouring vessel in the form of a ram or mouflon,
small spout upon back, loop handle and spout in the form of the head of the beast. Vessel sits upon 4 short legs. 4-5/8"L x
2-1/4"W x 4"H. Provenance: Ex-H. Sarner Collection, Palm Spring, CA. Authenticity GuaranteedThe starting price is the price at
which the item can sell.
72: A Luristan Elamite Bronze Bird
USD 300 - 450
From the ancient Near East, Elamite Empire, Luristan, Ca. Late 3rd - Early 1st Millennia BCE. Bronze cast duck with wing detail.
Has developed a nice patina. Wood mount. Bird itself measures 1"H.Provenance:Ex-B. Bishop Collection, Northern Colorado
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73: A Luristan Bronze Dagger
USD 400 - 600
From the ancient Near East, northwestern Iran, Ca 800 to 1200 BCE. With beautiful deep-green/brown patina, thin sharp blade
has small blood ridge running up center, thin shaft drilled for insertion into a delicate handle. Custom stand. Blade itself
measures 11-3/4"L x 7-8"W.Provenance:Ex-Sarkisian Estate, Denver, CO acquired in the early 1960s Authenticity Guaranteed
The starting price is the price at which the piece can sell.
74: A Grouping of Luristan Bronze Horse and Rider Figures
USD 300 - 450
From the ancient Near East, Ca. 1000-800 BCE. Three cast bronze figures depicting a horse and rider. Horses are long and thin
and standing with legs straight and together. Riders are leaning slight backwards with arms outreached and grasping horses'
necks. All measure approximately 2-1/4"L x 1-1/2 - 2"H. Provenance: Ex Bishop Gallery, Estes Park, CO. Contact us if
interested in a custom stand for a reasonable price Authenticity Guaranteed The starting price is the price at which the piece
can sell.
74A: Luristan Bronze Spear Blade
USD 400 - 600
Northwest Iran, Ca 1000 to 800 BCE. Luristan culture, nice molded bronze spear blade with tapering blood ridge down the
center, and hooked barb for attachment to wooden shaft. 10-3/4" L PROVENANCE: EX- Peter Urban collection, Authenticity
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74B: A Luristan Bronze Mace Head
USD 400 - 600
Northwest Iran, Ca 1000 to 800 BCE. Molded bronze mace head or scepter, with panel at top decorated with slithering snakes,
long socket at lower section for attachment to wooden shaft. 8"L PROVENANCE: Ex-Peter Urban collection, Scottsdale, AZ.
Authenticity Guaranteed Starting price is the price this lot can sell for
75: A Persian Terracotta Perfume Bottle
USD 200 - 300
Near East, Ca. 1st Millennium BCE. A grenade shaped bottle with bulbous body and short spout. Body is slipped in black paint.
4-1/4"H Provenance: Ex-M. Carini Collection, CA. Authenticity Guaranteed The starting price is the price at which the item can
sell..
76: A Late Indus Valley Pottery Rattle
USD 400 - 600
From Waziristan (between Afghanistan and Pakistan), dating to mid first millennium BC. Terracotta rattle in the form of a seated
lord; with large belly and floral tunic. Rattle still quite functional. 4-1/2”H, intact/generally excellent, save softened
features/surface wear. Provenance: Ex-Sarkisian Estate, Denver, CO Authenticity Guaranteed The starting price is the price at
which the item can sell.
77: A Near East / Bactrian Alabaster Vessel
USD 500 - 750
Most likely Bactrian, from ancient Pakistan / Afghanistan, ca 5th to 3rd centuries BCE. Made from polished translucent stone,
like alabaster or gypsum. Served as container for ointments, precious perfumes, and aromatic oils. These delicate and
small-mouthed vessels were first produced in Egypt and evolved into a variety of shapes that were imported or imitated and
locally produced in the Levant and around the Mediterranean during the second and first millennia BCE. At the site of Jericho,
some of the vessels were made locally from a relatively soft gypsum obtained from Beisan, some 70 km from the site. Like other
stone vessels of this type, its decoration is minimal with a simple but elegant ropelike band encircling the base of the neck. Such
vessels and their contents were valued and cherished at Jericho, for they accompanied the dead and were placed in tombs for
use in the afterlife. 3-1/2"D x 2"H. Provenance Ex-private New York City, NY collection. Authenticity Guaranteed The starting
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78: A Pair of Chandraketugarth Maurya Terracotta Plaques
USD 200 - 300
India, ca 300 to 200 BC, lovely small pottery sculptures, each a major part of a plaque. First depicts a very busty deity, second is
a roundel with bird and unknown object. 2-3/16" H for tallest, not including custom stand. Ex- Sarkisian collection Authenticity
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79: Pair Chandraketugarth Maurya Terracotta Plaques
USD 200 - 300
India, ca 300 to 200 BCE. Lovely small pottery sculptures, each a major part of a plaque. First depicts a very interesting
"grotesque," second is decorated with bird and unknown object. 3-1/4"H for tallest, not including custom stand. Ex-Sarkisian
Estate, Denver, CO Authenticity Guaranteed The starting price is the price at which the piece can sell.
81: A Gandharan Stucco Buddha Head
USD 300 - 450
India, Gandharan Culture, Ca. 300-400 CE. Buddha head set in stucco, incised facial detail and scalloped hair. Traditional long
ear lobes and hair tied up in bun. Professionally mounted. Head itself measures 3-1/2"H (21 cm), with stand 5"H (19.7 cm),
Provenance: Ex-private Northern CO collection acquired at auction Authenticity Guaranteed The starting price is the price at
which the piece can sell.
81A: Gandharan Schist Cosmetic Tray - Dragon
USD 600 - 800
Pakistan, ca. 3rd to 1st Century BCE. In grey-green schist, carved on the interior upper surface with a dragon on its face. Plates
like this were used to hold makeup for women, in a similar way a color palette is used by painters to hold colors while painting.
Fortunately this Gandharan version is also aesthetically beautiful for the modern audience, allowing us to enjoy the cosmetic
plate without the cosmetics! These palettes represent a reinterpretation of classic Indo-Greek Culture after Alexander the
Great's conquest of India. 5-3/4"D. Provenance: Ex-Prominent New York City, NY Authenticity Guaranteed The starting price is
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81B: Gandharan Stucco Hands Holding Cornucopia
USD 600 - 800
India, ca. 300- 400 CE. Fragment from a larger statue, a pair of stucco hands holding a cornucopia (horn of plenty) which most
likely came from a figural grouping of Hariti and Panchika. The female figure Hariti is typically seen holding the cornucopia
during a banquet scene of sorts. 5-3/4"H. Custom stand.Provenance: Ex-private New York Collection. Authenticity Guaranteed
82: A Rare Gupta Finial of Ganesha Elephant
USD 400 - 600
India, Ca. 300 - 500 CE. This terracotta finial of the Hindi Elephant-headed god Ganesha has incised details on face, and is
wearing a sacred crown on head. Original mounting hole is a cylinder through chest of Elephant. Ganesha was the lord of
obstacles and beginnings, as well as the deva of wisdom. Custom Stand. 4-3/4"H (7-1/2"H on stand). Provenance: Ex-Sarkisian
Estate, Denver, CO Authenticity Guaranteed The starting price is the price at which the item can sell.
83: A Gupta Terracotta Fitting - Ram
USD 400 - 600
From the region that stretched from India thru Northern Pakistan (present-day Indus Valley), ca. 300-500 AD. Form in red
terracotta. Chest, head, and horns of ram, with bridal around head and between horns. Custom mount. Purportedly found in
Warjiriztan in the 1950s. Piece itself measures 6-1/2"H x 3-1/2"W, on custom mount 8-1/2"H. Ex Sarkisian Collection, Denver
CO. Authenticity Guaranteed The starting price is the price at which the item can sell.
84: A Visagoth Bronze Clasp + Seljuk Bronze Rooster
USD 150 - 225
Germany, Ca. 4th-6th Century CE. A Visagoth bronze belt clasp with excellent green patina. 2-3/4"L Turkey, Ca. 1037-1194 CE.
A bronze finial in shape of rooster, likely from a bronze oil lamp. 1-1/2"H. Provenance: Ex- Private Colorado Collection.
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84A: Visigothic Bronze Buckle with Inlaid Stones
USD 350 - 450
Early Medieval, English, ca. 550–600 CE. Copper alloy, cells inset with garnets, glass and gold paste. Interesting engraved
detailing on flap. The belt buckle was a field for elaborate decoration and a very visible symbol of rank and status. Brightly
colored buckles inset with pieces of glass and stone are characteristic of Visigothic women's dress. **For similar example, see
current exhibit at The Metropolitan Museum of Art, Gallery 301. 2"L x 1-1/2"TM Provenance: Ex-prominent New York City
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84B: A Lot of Medieval Iron Arrowheads
USD 400 - 600
Europe, Ca. 600 - 1000 CE. A lot of 18 iron arrow heads of varying size and shape. Measuring from 2-3/4" - almost 5"L.
Provenance: Ex Fort Knox Artifacts, AZ. Authenticity Guaranteed The starting price is the price at which the piece can sell.
85: An 18th Century Indian Bronze Cricket Cage
USD 500 - 750
India, ca 18th century AD. Ornately hand-crafted bronze cage designed to house a cricket. Crickets were considered good luck,
and this would allow the owner to take his small pet with him wherever he went. The lid opens up to allow ease of entry/exit.
Cage measures 6-1/2"H x 3-7/8"W at widest, and is intact/generally excellent. Provenance: Ex-Sarkisian Estate, Denver, CO
Authenticity Guaranteed Starting price represents the price that this item can sell for
86: An Indus Valley Terracotta Bowl
USD 150 - 225
Indus Valley, Ca. 3rd Millennium BCE. A nicely painted terracotta pot with geometric designs on exterior. Bowl sits on raised
pedestal. 3"H x 4-1/2"D Provenance: Ex D. Smith Collection, CA. Authenticity Guaranteed The start price is the price at which
the piece can sell.
87: A Luristan Terracotta Jar
USD 150 - 225
Luristan, Ca. 1000 BCE A greyware jar with cylindrical opening. 3"H. Provenance: Ex Sarner Collection, Palm Springs, CA.
Authenticity Guaranteed. The starting price is the price at which the piece can sell.
88: A Persian Terracotta Rhyton
USD 150 - 225
Persia, Ca. 1st Millennium BCE. An acorn shaped terracotta Ryhton (drinking vessel) with suspension hole at very bottom. 7"H.
Provenance: Ex Private Colorado Collection Authenticity Guaranteed The starting is the price at which the item can sell.
88B: A Set of Chinese Shang Dynasty Bone Spear Tips
USD 300 - 450
China, Shang Dynasty, Ca. 2000-1500 BCE. Five carved bone spear tips of varying size. All with pointed tips and flat ends for
insertion to long handles. Provenance: Ex Fort Knox Artifacts, AZ. Authenticity Guaranteed The starting price is the price at
which the piece can sell.
88C: A Chinese Warring States Knife
USD 200 - 300
China, Warring States Period, Ca. 475-221 BCE. A cast bronze knife with long handle and gently up-turned blade. Long oval
loop for mounting on belt. 6-3/4"L. Provenance: Ex-John Piscopo collection. Authenticity Guaranteed The starting price is the
price at which the piece can sell.
89: A Chinese Neolithic Twin-Handled Pitcher
USD 200 - 300
China, Neolithic Period, Ca. 8th-2nd Millennium BCE. A terracotta pouring vessel slipped in a white paint over the red terracotta.
5"H. Provenance: Ex D. Smith Collection Authenticity Guaranteed The starting price is the price at which the item can sell.
89A: Chinese Han Dynasty Pottery Head
USD 150 - 225
China, Han Dynasty, Ca 220 BCE to 200 CE. Nicely sculpted human head, most likely a tomb attendant to attend to the needs
of the wealthy deceased noble. 3-1/2" H. Custom stand. PROVENANCE: EX- Peter Urban collection, Authenticity Guaranteed
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90: A Chinese Han Dynasty Bronze Applique of Tiger
USD 300 - 450
China, Han Dynasty, Ca 220 BCE to 200 CE. Small but quite attractive appliqué in the form of a tiger. Striped body and large
round eyes, now with deep brown/green patina. 1-3/8" L. Provenance: Ex-Sarkisian Estate, Denver, CO Authenticity
Guaranteed The starting price is the price at which the item can sell.
91: A Large Chinese Han Dynasty Brown Glazed jar
USD 300 - 450
China, Han Dynasty, Ca 220 BCE to 200 CE. Large rounded jar with 1 inch foot and rim, covered in a medium brown glaze and
decorated with incised rings around the body. 8" H by 8" D. Provenance: Ex-Smith collection, San Diego, Ca Authenticity
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91A: Chinese Han Dynasty Crossbow Mechanism
USD 400 - 600
China, Han Dynasty, Ca 220 BCE to 200 CE. Bronze mechanical device used to launch crossbow bolts. Includes a latch and
trigger. 4-3/8" H by 3-1/8" D. PROVENANCE: EX- Peter Urban collection, Authenticity Guaranteed Starting price is the price this
lot can sell for
91B: Bagged Lot of Chinese Bone Arrowheads
USD 300 - 450
China, Shang Dynasty, Ca 1600 to 1100 BCE. With bronze expensive and in short supply, the Chinese army turned to other
available resources. In this case they decided the use of animal bone would make a fine arrowhead. Carved projectiles of
bilobate and trilobate form. 22 in all, longest measuring 4-1/4" L. PROVENANCE: EX-Knox collection Authenticity Guaranteed
Starting price is the price this lot can sell for
91C: A Huge Chinese Carved Stone Censor (3 pc)
USD 600 - 900
China, Republic Period, Ca 1900. Huge, heavy and wonderfully carved stone censor. Carved in deep relief from pink granite,
with dragon heads emerging to each side as well as carved into the front and back and resting on three dragon-headed feet.
Atop base sits a geometrically carved ring and above this a mountainous openwork smoke diffuser with dragons and floral motif.
A huge 34" H x 28" W and extremely heavy (will require special crating and extra shipping fees). PROVENANCE: Ex-private
Denver, CO collection Authenticity Guaranteed Starting price is the price this lot can sell for
92: A Dong Son Bronze Burial Bracelet
USD 300 - 450
Vietnam, Dongson Culture, 200 BCE - 300 CE. In form of stacked bracelet loops with incised rope pattern on either side of
opening. Excellent Patina. 3"L Provenance: Ex D Smith Collection, CA. Authenticity Guaranteed The starting price is the price at
which the item can sell.
93: Another Dongson Bronze Burial Bracelet
USD 300 - 450
Vietnam, Dong Son Culture, 200 BCE - 300 CE. In form of stacked bracelet loops with an ornately designed rope and spiral loop
pattern on either side of the opening.. Excellent Patina. 2-4/4"L Provenance: Ex D Smith Collection, CA. Authenticity
Guaranteed The starting price is the price at which the piece can sell.
94: A Chinese Song Dynasty Kendi
USD 500 - 750
China, Song (Sung) dynasty, ca. 960-1279. Pottery pouring vessel with small spout, undecorated body and long neck, covered
in light green glaze which has turned a stunning silvery iridescence. Found in the Philippines (along the China trade route) but
certainly manufactured in China. 6-1/2"H, choice. Provenance: Ex-private TX collection. Authenticity Guaranteed The starting
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95: A Set of 2 Khmer Bronze Lime Pots
USD 300 - 450
Cambodia, Ca. 12-14th Century CE. Two bronze lime pots of various size, each are composed of two parts, separating at
middle with hollow interior for lime storage. Each sits on raised platform and has bud on top. Lime still evident on interior. Lime
was used in the ingestion of the betel nut - a natural drug used to create a mild sense of euphoria. Each have developed
excellent patina. Surface wear and encrustation as shown. Smallest: 3-1/4"H, Middle 3-3/4"H, Largest: 4"H. Provenance: Ex-D.
Smith Collection, California. Authenticity GuaranteedThe starting price is the price at which the item can sell.
96: A Large Khmer Bronze Lime Pot
USD 200 - 300
Cambodia, Ca. 12-14th Century CE. large bronze lime pot composed of two parts, separating at middle with hollow interior for
lime storage. Sits on raised platform and has bud on top. Lime still evident on interior. Lime was used in the ingestion of the
betel nut - a natural drug used to create a mild sense of euphoria. Each have developed excellent patina. Surface wear and
encrustation as shown. 4-1/2"H Provenance: Ex-D. Smith Collection, California. Authenticity GuaranteedThe starting price is the
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97: A Khmer Bronze Bell
USD 300 - 450
Cambodia, Khmer, Ca. 12th-14th Century CE. Of stacked composition, this bell features three levels of cast bronze, the top
being in the form of a blossom. Incised lines throughout.5"H x 3-1/2"D. Provenance: Ex D. Smith Collection. Authenticity
Guaranteed The starting price is the price at which the item can sell.
98: A Hoi An Water Dropper - Cow / Calf
USD 400 - 600
During the early Vietnamese Dynasties, scholarly arts, such as painting and calligraphy or “beautiful writing,” were highly
respected and as a result many unique utensils were produced. One such item produced was the water dropper, which was
used to dilute the cake of ink on the inkstone to obtain the right consistency for use in painting. Water droppers have been made
in white porcelain in Asia since the 14th century. This unique Vietnamese water dropper was molded in the shape of a cow or
calf, with blue and white glaze. 3" x 2-3/8" x 1-5/8", sea stains and encrustation as shown. Original label. Provenance:
Ex-private Paris, France collection. Authenticity Guaranteed The starting price is the price at which the piece can sell.
99: A Hoi An Water Dropper - Elephant
USD 400 - 600
During the early Vietnamese Dynasties, scholarly arts, such as painting and calligraphy or “beautiful writing,” were highly
respected and as a result many unique utensils were produced. One such item produced was the water dropper, which was
used to dilute the cake of ink on the inkstone to obtain the right consistency for use in painting. Water droppers have been made
in white porcelain in Asia since the 14th century. This unique Vietnamese water dropper was molded in the shape of a elephant,
trunk up, with blue and white glaze. 3" x 2-3/8" x 1-5/8", sea stains and encrustation as shown. Original label. Provenance:
Ex-private Paris, France collection. Authenticity Guaranteed The starting price is the price at which the item can sell.
100: Hoi An Water Dropper - Deer
USD 300 - 450
During the early Vietnamese Dynasties, scholarly arts, such as painting and calligraphy or “beautiful writing,” were highly
respected and as a result many unique utensils were produced. One such item produced was the water dropper, which was
used to dilute the cake of ink on the inkstone to obtain the right consistency for use in painting. Water droppers have been made
in white porcelain in Asia since the 14th century. This unique Vietnamese water dropper was molded in the shape of a deer,
head turned back, with blue and white glaze. 2-1/8" L" x 1-5/8" H x 1-1/8" D, sea stains and encrustation as shown. Original
label. Provenance: Ex-private Paris, France collection. Authenticity Guaranteed The starting price is the price at which the piece
can sell.
101: A Thai Bronze Buddha Head
USD 600 - 900
Such a wonderfully serene expression! Thailand, ca 16th to 18th century, Ayutthaya Period. Cast bronze head, Ayutthaya
Kampheng Pet style, bronze figure of Buddha Sakyamuni (The Awakened One). Buddha, wearing samghati with flaring sides,
his face with serene expression, arched eyebrows above closed eyes, aquiline nose, smiling lips, elongated earlobes, hairdress
and usnisha, the former surmounted by additional smaller cones. Note the beautiful deep rich patina. Custom mount. Measures
6-1/2"H w/ stand, 4"H without. Provenance: Ex-Sarkisian Estate, Denver, CO. Authenticity GuaranteedThe starting price is the
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102: A Tibetan Bronze Oil Lamp - Dragon Form
USD 300 - 450
Tibet, ca. 17th to 18th century. Unusual oil lamp of squarish form, handle terminating in the head of a snarling dragon - mouth
open and large toothy grin greeting the user. Provenance: Ex-Sarkisian Estate, Denver, CO.Authenticity Guaranteed The
starting price is the price at which the item can sell.
102A: A Tibetan Prayer Wheel
USD 200 - 300
Tibet, ca. 19th Century CE. A carved wood prayer wheel with handle and wheel. Wheel ornately carved with characters and a
flower blossom on top. Wheel separates to reveal a roll of text with a prayer. Ball on chain hands from wheel. 7-3/4"H.
Provenance: Ex-Byron Farwell Collection. Authenticity Guaranteed The starting price is the price at which the piece can sell.
103: A Chinese Carved Wood Case & Bronze Opium Scale
USD 200 - 300
China, Ca 1850. Beautifully carved 2-piece wooden opium case complete with bronze scale; one side of case carved with
elaborate floral pattern, interior hollowed-out to hold scale with twin small cups and balance arm. Wood has wonderful worn
patina. Case measures 8-1/4" L x 3-1/8" H. Provenance: Ex-private N. Colorado collection. Authenticity Guaranteed The starting
price is the price at which the item can sell.
104: An Antique Chinese Ivory Puzzle Ball and Stand
USD 400 - 600
China, Ca. 1900. Antique ivory set, the multilayer ball pierced with writhing dragons and supported on a tall stand with wide
base. 3-1/4"H.Provenance: Ex-Bishop Gallery, Allenspark, CO. Authenticity Guaranteed The starting price is the price at which
the piece can sell.
105: A Dong Son Bronze Ladle
USD 300 - 450
Vietnam, Dongson Culture, Ca. 300 BCE - 300 CE. A cast brone ladle with long handle. Handle curls at end and has an
interesting rope like design from bowl to 3/4 way up handle. Approximately 11"L. Provenance: Ex D. Smith Collection, CA.
Authenticity Guaranteed The start price is the price at which the piece can sell.
106: A Chavin Miniature Stone Mace Head (1)
USD 300 - 450
Northern Peru, Chavin, Ca 1100 to 500 BCE. Medium-sized carved stone mace head, certainly ceremonial in nature due to its
size, with 6 extending nodes and small central shaft hole. 3-1/4" W. PROVENANCE Ex-Brian Saldano collection acquired in the
1960's. Authenticity Guaranteed The starting price is the price at which the piece can sell.
107: A Chavin Miniature Stone Mace Head (2)
USD 300 - 450
Northern Peru, Chavin, Ca 1100 to 500 BCE. Small carved stone mace head, certainly ceremonial in nature due to its size, with
7 extending nodes and large central shaft hole. 2-5/8" W. PROVENANCE Ex-Brian Saldano collection acquired in the 1960's.
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108: A Pre-Columbian Moche Pottery Standing Female
USD 200 - 300
Northern Peru, Ca 300 to 500 CE. Hollow-molded pottery figure of a female. She stands with hands to her chest, large collar
adorning her neck, remains of original red pigment. 5-5/8" H. PROVENANCE: EX-Private CO collection Authenticity Guaranteed
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109: A Moche Pottery "Venus" Florero
USD 600 - 900
A very rare form, called a Venus vessel, it comes from the Moche culture of northern Peru, and dates Ca 400 to 700 AD. In a
form somewhat similar to a florero, with broad base floral-shaped body and scalloped rim, decorated with red-brown pigment
over tan base. 6-1/2" D by 5-1/2" H and appears choice, but repaired from a couple very large pieces. Quite nice! Provenance:
Ex-Fort Knox Artifacts, AZ Authenticity Guaranteed The starting price is the price at which the item can sell.
109A: A Moche Bi-Chrome Stirrup Vessel
USD 500 - 800
Pre-Columbian, Northern Peru, Moche culture, phase IV - Ca 400 to 600 CE. Stirrup vessel in the form of a spool or perhaps a
bowl or basket with round object nesting within. Decorated in red and tan with central image of two spears and a mace behind a
circular shield, series of dots surrounding and striped bands beneath. 11"H. PROVENANCE: Ex-Private Miami, FL Collection
acquired at auction. Authenticity Guaranteed The starting price is the price at which this item may sell
110: A Set of 3 Moche Copper Lime Spoons
USD 300 - 450
Pre-Columbian, Northern Peru, ca 400 to 600 CE. Set of three copper lime spoons used in snorting lime powder as a way to
enhance the hallucinogenic properties of other drugs. Each spoon topped with a different type of bird, including a parrot,
hummingbird and unknown species. 3-1/8" for longest. PROVENANCE: EX-Private Santa Fe, NM collection, Authenticity
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111: 2 Moche Copper Lime Spoons & Human Figure
USD 400 - 600
Pre-Columbian, Northern Peru, ca 400 to 600 CE. Set of two copper lime spoons, used in snorting lime powder as a way to
enhance the hallucinogenic properties of other drugs, each spoon topped with a bird. Also a copper terminal to a tumi (or lime
spoon) in the shape of standing human, hands holding an object to his mouth. 3-1/2" for longest spoon. PROVENANCE:
Ex-private Santa Fe, NM collection Authenticity guaranteed Starting price is the price at which the item can sell.
111A: An Attractive Nazca Polychrome Bowl Weave Pattern
USD 500 - 750
Pre-Coplumbian, Southern Peru, Nazca, ca 200 to 300 CE. Pottery bowl with nearly straight walls and slightly-rounded base,
decorated with a repeating textile weave pattern in tan, rust, brown and black over cream base, interior painted in deep rust
color. 6-3/4"D x 3-3/8"H. PROVENANCE: EX-Private Miami, FL Collection. Authenticity Guaranteed The starting price is the
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112: A Pre-Columbian Ica Pottery Olla
USD 500 - 750
Ica Valley, south coastal Peru, Ca 400 to 800 CE. Rounded pottery olla in deep red base with added scene of playing
zoomorphs racing around the jar, single handle for suspension. 5-1/2" H. Provenance: Ex-M. Powell collection acquired in the
1960's. Authenticity Guaranteed The starting price is the price at which the item can sell.
112A: Pre-Columbian Chimu and Sican Blackware Jars
USD 500 - 750
Northern Peru, Ca 800 to 1200 CE. First, Sican/Lambayeque blackware jar with Nylamp emerging from the bulbous body, strap
handle connected to the back of his head, small prone human resting atop, another facing him. Next, Chimu blackware stirrup
vessel, reserved save monkey resting on the stirrup handle. 9" H for highest. PROVENANCE: EX-Private AZ collection,
acquired at Fort Knox Artifacts Authenticity Guaranteed Starting price is the price this lot can sell for
113: Lambayeque/Sican Pre-Columbian Pottery Jar
USD 400 - 600
North coastal Peru, Ca 800 to 1100 CE. Lovely redware pottery jar on sloped oval foot, canteen-shaped body and slightly flring
rim, strap handle connecting body to rim. Base is decorated with impressed "Inca Cross" designs above pyramid steps, body
painted with fine-line birds, large spots and geometric designs, twin avians on the shoulders, these highlighted with added
red/brown pigment. 8-1/2" H. Provenance: Ex-M. Powell collection acquired in the 1960's. Authenticity Guaranteed The starting
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114: A Lambayeque / Sican Pottery Nylamp Jar
USD 400 - 600
Pre-Columbian, North coastal Peru, Ca 800 to 1100 CE. Bblackware jar on sloped round foot, globular body and slightly tapered
spout, strap handle connecting body to spout. Base is left reserved, body with two human heads and two prone humans looking
upward at the extended claws of Nylamp - the Lambayeque god of the underworld. Nylamp forms the base of the spout and is
shown with large ear holes and very stern facial features. 7-1/2" H. Provenance: Ex-M. Powell collection acquired in the 1960's.
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114A: Lambayeque Grayware Erotic Stirrup Jar
USD 500 - 750
Northern Peru, Ca 800 to 1000 CE. Unusual pottery jar with gray/tan slip. Decorated with male and female seated facing each
other, his hand to her breasts and hers resting near his erect phallus. 8" H. PROVENANCE: EX-Private AZ collection, acquired
at Fort Knox Artifacts Authenticity Guaranteed Starting price is the price this lot can sell for
114B: Cute Lambayeque Pottery Jar
USD 400 - 600
Northern Peru, Ca 800 to 1100 CE. Lovely redware pottery jar with twin monkeys perched atop the shoulders, very elaborate
cross and scroll carved base, flaring spout and strap handle. Jar painted with black abstract designs. 7-7/8" H. PROVENANCE:
EX- Mary Powell collection acquired in Peru in the n1950's and 60's, Authenticity Guaranteed Starting price is the price this lot
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114C: Pair of Lambayeque Pottery Jars
USD 400 - 600
Northern Peru, Ca 800 to 1100 CE. Lovely pair of redware pottery jars. First, twin spouted jar, crab claws under each spout
representing Nylamp - god of the underworld. Jar painted with 4 panels of warrior headdresses. Next, small single handled jar
impressed with abstract zoomorphic creature in profile. 7-7/8" H for twin spouted jar, 4-3/8" H for other. PROVENANCE: EXMary Powell collection acquired in Peru in the n1950's and 60's, Authenticity Guaranteed Starting price is the price this lot can
sell for
114D: Pair of Sican/Lambayeque Nylamp Stirrup Jars
USD 400 - 600
Northern Peru, Ca 800 to 1100 CE. Nice pair of blackware stirrup jars, each decorated with the Sican god of the underworld,
Nylamp. First jar shows Nylamp atop round globe, two prone worshippers flanking him, another worshipper atop the bridge
spout. Next vessel again shows Nylamp emerging from the body, long human form earrings decorate the front, small smiling
feline on the bridge handle. 7"H for tallest . PROVENANCE: EX- Mary Powell collection acquired in Peru in the n1950's and
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114E: Chimu Blackware Pottery Jars
USD 300 - 450
Northern Peru, Ca 1200 to 1475 CE. Interesting pair of blackware jars. First, a Chimu whistling bridge-spouted jar that was
created right at the end of the Chimu reign. Small monkey sits atop one globe, spout on the other and openwork bridge
connecting. Whistle is hidden underneath the monkey and works quite well. Second vessel is small canteen with twin
suspension lugs and dotted design. 5-3/4" H for tallest. PROVENANCE: EX- Mary Powell collection acquired in Peru in the
n1950's and 60's, Authenticity Guaranteed Starting price is the price this lot can sell for
114F: Lambayeque/Sican Redware Jar
USD 200 - 300
Northern Peru, Ca 800 to 1100 CE. Interesting redware jar with impressed designs on the flaring foot and two very tall temples
sitting on the shoulders, strap handle at reverse and body painted in black abstract designs. 5-1/2" H. PROVENANCE: EXMary Powell collection acquired in Peru in the n1950's and 60's, Authenticity Guaranteed Starting price is the price this lot can
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115: A Pre-Columbian Chimu Silver Tweezer
USD 200 - 300
Northern Peru, Ca 1000 to 1400 CE. Large, solid tweezer in the form of an abstract face with long nose and rounded eyes.
Tweezers such as this were used to pluck hair off the bodies of men and women - long before Gillette was available! 65 mm
high x 65 mm wide. and would make an interesting pendant. PROVENANCE Ex-Pennsylvania collection acquired in the 1960's.
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116: A Chimu Pre-Columbian Stirrup w/ Snakes
USD 300 - 450
North coastal Peru, Ca 1000 to 1400 CE. Fine blackware stirrup vessel in circular form with slithering snakes encircling the
lower section, two bands of birds on the stirrup and small monkey clutching the spout. 9" H. Provenance: Ex-M. Powell
collection acquired in the 1960's. Authenticity Guaranteed The starting price is the price at which the item can sell.
117: A Chimu Pre-Columbian Wooden Doll
USD 300 - 450
North coastal Peru, Ca 1100 to 1400 CE. Lovely wooden doll or offering carved from very hard dense wood, now showing great
patina from age. Arms raised, slightly triangular head with simple facial features, remains of three holes where feathers would
have been inserted. 8" H. Provenance: Ex-Santa Fe collection acquired in the 1960's. Authenticity Guaranteed The starting
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118: A Chimu Silver Kero - Stepped Design
USD 300 - 450
Pre-Columbian, from Northern Peru, Ca 1000 to 1400 CE. Hand-hammered solid silver kero in a three-tiered step design,
incised with temple design around upper lip. 2-7/8" top diameter x 2-3/8"H. PROVENANCE: Ex-Private California collection,
originally purchased at Arte Primitivo Gallery Authenticity Guaranteed The starting price is the price at which the piece can sell.
119: A Pre-Columbian Chimu Silver Kero Section
USD 300 - 450
Northern Peru, ca 1000 to 1400 CE. Large section of Chimu silver kero in thin sheet of hand hammered silver, base missing.
Entire vessel left reserved and undecorated with distinct seem where the sheet was connected on one side. 5-3/8" H.
Provenance: Ex-Denver, CO collectionAuthenticity Guaranteed Starting price represents the price that this item can sell for
121: A Pre-Columbian Inca Silver Kero Overlay
USD 500 - 750
Rare! From Central Peru, Ca 1400 AD. Solid sheet of silver formed to go over a wooden kero which evidently has since
decayed leaving only this cover. Unadorned silver with wide rim and base, base with holes for attachment. 2-7/8"H x 2-1/2"D at
widest, Provenance: Ex-private FL Collection. Authenticity Guaranteed The starting price is the price at which the piece can sell.
121A: 2 Pre-Columbian Chimu Wooden Combs
USD 200 - 300
Northern Peru, Ca 1000 to 1400 CE, pair of wooden combs, first carved from flat wood plank with twin birds at top, openwork
panel and incised section above 9 teeth. Next, typical wood and textile comb using rounded reed holding teeth in place via
length of string. 4-5/8" L for largest. PROVENANCE: EX-Private AZ collection, acquired at Fort Knox Artifacts Authenticity
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121B: Pre-Columbian Chimu Miniature Wooden Box
USD 200 - 300
A Chimu carved wooden box, Peru, c. AD 1100 - 1450, beautifully carved with monkeys along the top and front/back panels. A
beautiful example. 3-1/4" (8.4 cm) in length. PROVENANCE: EX-Private FL collection Authenticity Guaranteed Starting price is
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121C: Pre-Columbian Chimu Miniature Wooden Box
USD 200 - 300
A Chimu carved wooden box, Peru, c. AD 1100 - 1450, beautifully carved with monkeys along the front/back panels and scrolls
along the top. A beautiful example. 2-7/8" (7.2 cm) in length. PROVENANCE: EX-Private FL collection Authenticity Guaranteed
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121D: Chimu Pre-Columbian Blackware Stirrup
USD 200 - 300
Northern Peru, Ca 1000 to 1400 CE. Cute blackware stirrup jar, smaller than normal size, detailed monkey standing atop stirrup
spout. 7" H. PROVENANCE: EX- Mary Powell collection acquired in Peru in the n1950's and 60's, Authenticity Guaranteed
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121E: Pair of Chimu Blackware Pottery Jars
USD 400 - 600
Northern Peru, Ca 1000 to 1400 CE. Pair of cute blackware stirrup jars! Each jar of single handle type, rounded bases and
straight spouts with flattened rims. The strap handle on each jar represents an animal with head emerging from top, arms
wrapped around upper spout and legs clutching the body. 6-1/8" H for tallest. PROVENANCE: EX- Mary Powell collection
acquired in Peru in the n1950's and 60's, Authenticity Guaranteed Starting price is the price this lot can sell for
121F: Chimu Blackware Jar and Lambayeque Redware Olla
USD 400 - 600
Northern Peru, Ca 800 to 1400 CE. Pair of Pre-Columbian jars. First, Lambayeque/Sican redware olla with twin suspension lugs
jar decorated with horizontal lines and circles. 5" H. Next, Chimu blackware stirrup vessel in the form of a reclining animal. Long
snout and tail, spout attached to the back of the head of this strange little beast. 5-1/2" H. PROVENANCE: EX- Mary Powell
collection acquired in Peru in the n1950's and 60's, Authenticity Guaranteed Starting price is the price this lot can sell for
121G: Chimu Redware Fruit-Form Stirrup Jar
USD 200 - 300
Lovely! Northern Peru, Ca 1200 to 1475 CE. A cute little fruit-shaped redware pottery jar. Possibly representing a cacao pod
with stirrup spout enraging from the top, carved decoration on base. 7-1/2" H. PROVENANCE: EX- Mary Powell collection
acquired in Peru in the n1950's and 60's, Authenticity Guaranteed Starting price is the price this lot can sell for
121H: Pair of Chimu Blackware Pottery Canteens
USD 400 - 600
Lovely! Northern Peru, Ca 1200 to 14005 CE. Pair of large blackware pottery canteen-shaped jars. First, undecorated
disc-shaped jar with flaring spout and two suspension lugs. Next, a sack-shaped canteen with impressed decoration on each
side of standing hunters with fish, birds and mammals in background. Each stands 7-3/4" H. PROVENANCE: EX- Mary Powell
collection acquired in Peru in the n1950's and 60's, Authenticity Guaranteed Starting price is the price this lot can sell for
121I: Large Chimu Canteen and Sican Stirrup Vessel
USD 400 - 600
Northern Peru, Ca 800 to 1400 CE. Pair of Pre-Columbian jars. First, Lambayeque/Sican blackware stirrup/bridge-spouted
vessel. Sican god of the underworld, Nylamp, sits atop bridge, two prone worshippers to each side, 4 more prone figures atop
base looking upward, decorated circular object in low relief. 6-3/4" H. Next, Chimu blackware canteen with standing warrior on
each side among field of small black raised dots. 8-1/2" H. PROVENANCE: EX- Mary Powell collection acquired in Peru in the
n1950's and 60's, Authenticity Guaranteed Starting price is the price this lot can sell for
121J: Chimu Pottery Jar and 3 Silver Tupus
USD 400 - 600
Northern Peru, Ca 1000 to 1400 CE. Cute little blackware jar with Nylamp emerging to act as spout, two human heads to the
sides. Also, 3 silver tupus, or clothing pins. One with broad leaf form, one small rounded spoon and one fruit pod. Jar measures
5" W by 4" H. Longest tupu measures 7-3/4" L. PROVENANCE: EX-Knox collection Authenticity Guaranteed Starting price is
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122: An Inca Stone Canopa (1)
USD 400 - 600
Central Peru, Ca 1400 to 1500 CE. Stone container in the form of a llama, back hollowed out to accept llama fat and coca
leaves and then left in fields as offerings to Paccha Mama. Nice black mottled stone. 4" L. PROVENANCE: EX-Private Ca
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123: An Inca Stone Canopa (2)
USD 300 - 450
Central Peru, Ca 1400 to 1500 CE. Stone container in the form of a llama, back hollowed out to accept llama fat and coca
leaves and then left in fields as offerings to Paccha Mama. Gray stone with incised details including hair over the eyes. 3" L.
PROVENANCE: EX-Private Ca collection Authenticity Guaranteed The starting price is the price at which the piece can sell
124: An Inca Stone Canopa (3)
USD 300 - 450
Central Peru, Ca 1400 to 1500 CE. Stone container in the form of a llama, back hollowed out to accept llama fat and coca
leaves and then left in fields as offerings to Paccha Mama. Black with distinct tan band. 3"-3/4 L. PROVENANCE: EX-Private Ca
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124A: Pre-Columbian Inca Stone Canopa
USD 300 - 450
Central Peru, Ca 1400 to 1500 CE. Nice stone canopa in the form of a llama, central hole in the back filled with llama fat. These
were left in the fields of the Inca farmer asking Pachamama for her help in insuring a healthy mating season. 4-3/4" L.
PROVENANCE: EX-Private AZ collection, acquired at Fort Knox Artifacts Authenticity Guaranteed Starting price is the price this
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124B: Inca Blackware Portrait Jar
USD 200 - 300
Peru, Ca 1400 to 1500 CE. Blackware jar in the form of a human head. Large smiling face in deep relief wearing a nicely
detailed textile cap, straps of which nicely frame his happy face. 7" H. PROVENANCE: EX- Mary Powell collection acquired in
Peru in the n1950's and 60's, Authenticity Guaranteed Starting price is the price this lot can sell for
124C: Inca Blackware Bridge-Spouted Jar
USD 300 - 450
Peru, Ca 1400 to 1500 CE. Very nice late Inca blackware jar! Double-lobed vessel with standing lord upon one globe, chimney
spout atop other and incised bridge connecting. 6-3/4" H. PROVENANCE: EX- Mary Powell collection acquired in Peru in the
n1950's and 60's, Authenticity Guaranteed Starting price is the price this lot can sell for
124D: Inca/Colonial Blackware Canteen
USD 200 - 300
Peru, Ca 1500 to 1550 CE. This was a very interesting period of Inca art. The native artisans were still using much of the
iconography from pre conquest, but Spanish influences are starting to show up in many of their pottery items - such as this
vessel. Blackware canteen-shaped jar, decorated on the front with large sunburst character, reverse with dotted mellon pattern.
6-3/8" H. PROVENANCE: EX- Mary Powell collection acquired in Peru in the n1950's and 60's, Authenticity Guaranteed Starting
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125: A Validivan Pre-Columbian Venus Figure
USD 500 - 750
Ecuador, Ca 2000 BCE. Pottery solid molded figure of a standing female, long straight hairdo, arms to her belly, simple
impressed facial features, remains of original red pigment. 3-5/8" H. PROVENANCE:EX-D. Smith collection, San Diego, CA
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126: A Pre-Columbian Redware Marajoara Maskette
USD 200 - 300
Marajo Island, Para Brazil, ca. 400-1300 A.D. Redware pottery maskette, evidently from a very large vessel, in abstract
zoomorph form. Animated face with extended red lips and large round eyes, incising and added pigment to enhance. 2-7/8" H,
not including custom standProvenance: Ex NY Auction House, Jean-Eugene Lions collection, Geneva, Switzerland, collection
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127: A Pre-Columbian Marajoara Mask
USD 200 - 300
Marajo Island, Para Brazil, ca. 400-1300 A.D. Redware pottery maskette, evidently from a very large vessel, in abstract human
form, intact and with light root marks and deposits. 4-1/2" H, not including custom standProvenance: Ex NY Auction House,
Jean-Eugene Lions collection, Geneva, Switzerland, collection #2216. Authenticity Guaranteed The starting price is the price at
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127A: Miniature Pre-Columbian Sukia Figure and 4 PC Heads
USD 200 - 300
Costa Rica, Ecuador and Mexico, Ca 2500 BCE to 1400 CE. First, miniature stone Sukia figure from Costa Rica, 3-1/4" H. Next,
3 Valdivian Venus figure heads largest 1-5/8" H. Finally, Teotihuacan pottery head 1-1/8" H. PROVENANCE: EX-Colorado
collection Authenticity Guaranteed Starting price is the price this lot can sell for
128: A Costa Rican Figural Drinking Vessel "Atlas Figure"
USD 500 - 750
Pre-Columbian, Nicoya Region, Costa Rica, Ca. 1st-5th Century CE. Depicts a kneeling man balancing and holding a bowl on
head. Red glazed terracotta with negative-resist black designs; with incised facial and finger/toe features. 5"H. Provenance:
Ex-Private New England Collection. Authenticity Guaranteed The starting price is the price at which the piece can sell.
129: A Pair of Pre-Columbian Pottery Figures
USD 200 - 300
Most unique! Costa Rica, ca 300 to 800 CE. A very interesting and almost bizarre pair of pottery figures. Each in deep red
pottery and decorated in negative resist, both depicting females, one holding child, and both with very abstract facial features.
Quite unique! 3" H for both. PROVENANCE: EX-Private, Co collection Authenticity Guaranteed The starting price is the price at
which the piece can sell.
130: A Pre-Columbian Costa Rican Pottery Whistle Avian Form
USD 200 - 300
Costa Rica, Ca 800 to 1200 CE. Sweet pottery whistle in the form of a seated bird. Large breasts , bulging eyes and small
pointed beak, all painted in red, black and tan. Whistle still functions quite well! 2-1/2" L. PROVENANCE:EX-Colorado collection
Authenticity Guaranteed The starting price is the price at which the piece can sell.
131: A Pre Columbian Costa Rican Polychrome Vessel Leg
USD 200 - 300
Costa Rica, 800 - 1200 CE. Fragment of very large vessel, animated zoomorphic face, painted with red, black, and tan. Surface
wear as shown. Custom stand 5-3/4"L Provenance: Ex Private Colorado Collection Authenticity Guaranteed The starting price is
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132: A Set of 3 Pre Columbian Costa Rican Polychrome Vessel
USD 300 - 450
Costa Rica, 800 - 1200 CE. 3 unique fragments off very large and extensively decorated vessels. Each face is an animated
zoomorphic/avian face, painted with red, black, and tan. Surface wear as shown. Custom stand. 4-1/8"L for largest Provenance:
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132A: Maya Copador Pottery Bowl
USD 400 - 600
El Salvador, Ca 500 to 900 CE. Polychrome bowl decorated with seated scribes or lords, each facing right, inside decorated
with "moan" birds. 6-7/8" D. PROVENANCE: EX-Private AZ collection, acquired at Fort Knox Artifacts Authenticity Guaranteed
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132B: Maya Ulua Valley Polychrome Bowl
USD 400 - 600
Honduras, Ca 500 to 900 CE. Cute little pottery bowl decorated in shades of red, black and orange. Two large abstract beasts
are separated by a stylized "S". Interior left reserved. 5" D. PROVENANCE: EX-Private AZ collection, acquired at Fort Knox
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132C: Maya Ulua Valley Polychrome Bowl
USD 400 - 600
Honduras, Ca 500 to 900 CE. Nice little pottery bowl decorated in shades of red, black and orange. Two small humans are
separated by a stylized glyphoids. Interior left reserved save single red band. 6-1/8" D. PROVENANCE: EX-Private AZ
collection, acquired at Fort Knox Artifacts Authenticity Guaranteed Starting price is the price this lot can sell for
132D: Beautiful Maya Copador Pottery Bowl
USD 500 - 750
El Salvador, Ca 500 to 900 CE. Polychrome bowl decorated on the exterior with series of red and black vertical lines and stripes
emerging from an abstract "mat" symbol on the exterior base. Inside beautifully decorated with two serpentine bands separated
by solid stripes and hash-marks. 7-1/8" D. PROVENANCE: EX-Private AZ collection, acquired at Fort Knox Artifacts Authenticity
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132E: Maya Copador Monkey Bowl
USD 500 - 750
El Salvador, Ca 500 to 900 CE. Large polychrome bowl decorated on the exterior with repeating pseudo glyphs along top and
three playful monkeys and three large red balls toward the base; inside decorated with large "Venus" pseudo glyphs. 8-1/4" D.
PROVENANCE: EX-Private AZ collection, acquired at Fort Knox Artifacts Authenticity Guaranteed Starting price is the price this
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132F: Pre-Columbian Maya Incised Tripod Vase
USD 500 - 750
A Pre-Columbian Maya incised brownware tripod vase of a type known from the ancient Tiquisate region of Guatemala, circa
600 A.D. - 900 A.D. This example measures approximately 5" tall by about 4 1/2" wide, and sits atop three nubbin style tripod
feet. This type of Maya vessel is well-documented in Nicholas Hellmuth's book "The Escuintla Hoards", in which he cites such
examples as evidence of early Teotihucan influence in the Maya regions of Guatemala. Hellmuth interprets the incised designs
to represent cartouched reptilian eye glyphs on opposing sides, separated by iconography he believes to represent the coiled
central antenna of a butterfly or moth- all imagery he believes to have been imported from Teotihucan influence in the region.
Remnants of red Cinnabar remain in some areas of the incised designs. Reference: See Hellmuth's book "The Escuintla
Hoards: Teotihuacan Art in Guatemala", pages 33 & 34 for numerous examples of this exact type. PROVENANCE: EX-: Former
GA, USA private collection. Authenticity Guaranteed Starting price is the price this lot can sell for
133: A Proto Maya Pottery Short Cylinder
USD 400 - 600
Eastern Mexico, Proto Mayan, Ca 500 to 200 BCE. A very fine and rare pottery short cylinder in brownware incised with very
abstract image in almost star-like pattern, entire vessel inside and out covered with deep red cinnabar. 3 x 3. Provenance:
Ex-Private CA Collection. Authenticity Guaranteed The starting price is the price at which the piece can sell.
134: An Early Proto Maya Pottery Bowl
USD 400 - 600
Mexico, Proto Maya, 500-200 BCE showing strong Olmec influence. Blackware pottery bowl with straight walls, misfired so it
appears in two tones of black and brown, with simple incised geometric design. 4"D x 1-3/4"H. Provenance: Ex-private Los
Angeles, CA Collection acquired in the early 1970s Authenticity Guaranteed The starting price is the price at which the piece
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135: A Mayan Guatemalan Eagle Dancer
USD 200 - 300
Pre-Columbian, Ca 550 to 900 CE, pottery figure of an eagle dancer, wearing elaborate eagle headdress and large jade
necklace. 3-1/2" (8.9cm) high. Features a bit soft, and probably once part of a whistle - now missing on reverse.
PROVENANCE: Ex-Santa Fe, NM collection. Authenticity Guaranteed The starting price is the price at which the piece can sell.
136: A Set of 2 Mayan Eccentric Flints
USD 500 - 750
Pre-Columbian, Mayan Territories, Ca. 500-900 CE. Excellently knapped flint stones, each carved in the shape of an insect or
object. First, a finely designed scorpion, with twin pinchers and long coiled tail. 3"L. Next what we would described as a star
shaped object, nearly circular with 10 rays emerging from the center, 1-3/4" D. Provenance: Ex-Private California Collection
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137: A Mayan Eccentric Flint "C" Style
USD 200 - 300
Pre-Columbian, Mayan Territories, Ca. 500-900 CE. Excellently shaped flint stone in the shape of a "C" possibly an abstract
representation of a lord in dance costume. Hints of yellow and dark purple are found throughout the slate grey background. 3"H.
Provenance: Ex-Private California Collection Authenticity Guaranteed The starting price is the price at which the piece can sell.
138: A Mayan Terracotta Molded Owl
USD 200 - 300
Maya territories, ca 500 to 800 CE. Molded pottery figure of an owl - once acting as a whistle. Shown with wonderful details of
feathers and large beak looking quite regal. 3-5/8" H. PROVENANCE: EX-Private AZ collection Authenticity Guaranteed The
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139: A Set of Three Mayan Objects - Whistles
USD 300 - 450
Mayan territories, Ca 500 to 800 CE. Set of three very delightful molded pottery whistles. First is a finger ring in the form of a
monkey, whistle at reverse. Next is a standing Mayan lord in full regalia - whistle at back but now missing. Final is an obese
seated monkey with small loop handle, whistle at base of handle. 3-1/2" H for tallest, 2 of 3 whistles fully functional! Provenance:
Ex- Arkansas collectionAuthenticity Guaranteed The starting price is the price at which the item can sell.
140: A Mayan Terracotta Mask Mold w/ Original Mask (1)
USD 300 - 450
Guatemala, Mayan ca 500 to 800 CE. Pottery mold used in the making of masks/heads. Included with the mold is a sample of
the mask it produces - not ancient. Mold itself measures 1-1/2" H - and is wonderfully displayed! Provenance: Private AZ
Collection. Authenticity Guaranteed The starting price is the price at which the item can sell.
141: A Mayan Terracotta Mask Mold w/ Original Mask (2)
USD 300 - 450
Guatemala, Mayan ca 500 to 800 CE. Pottery mold used in the making of masks/heads. Included with the mold is a sample of
the mask it produces - not ancient. Mold itself measures 1-3/4" H - and is wonderfully displayed! Provenance: Private AZ
Collection. Authenticity Guaranteed The starting price is the price at which the item can sell.
141A: Set of 2 Mezcala Guerrero Diorite Idols
USD 300 - 450
Guerrero, Mexico, Ca 500 to 300 BCE. 2 carved stone idols made from string cut diorite. As normal, each with simple features
and drilled for suspension. 2-15/16" H for tallest. PROVENANCE: EX- Private As collection, Authenticity Guaranteed Starting
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141B: Guerrero Mezcala Stone Figures (set of 4)
USD 400 - 600
Mexico, Guerrero / Mezcala, Ca 500 BCE. A complete family of four matching stone figures, all carved by the same hand and
certainly found in the same tomb; each with string-cut features, all in speckled whitish stone. Largest figure measures 75mm
high, shortest is 45mm. Provenance: Ex-Larson Collection through family descent. Authenticity Guranteed
142: A Mezcala Guerrero Stone Figure
USD 200 - 300
Pre-Columbian, Southern Mexico, Ca 500 BC. Carved in speckled hardstone, features string cut. 3"H. Intact, surface worn as
shown. Custom stand. PROVENANCE Ex-Texas collection acquired in the 1960's. Authenticity Guaranteed The starting price is
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142A: Pre-Columbian Veracruz Zoomorphic Rattle
USD 400 - 600
A rattle figure from the ancient Verarcruz cultural region of Mexico, circa 600 A.D. - 900 A.D. This example measures
approximately 6 1/4" tall (mounted on custom display stand- included) and nearly 4" tall (item alone, un-mounted). It depicts
what appears to be a mythical zoomorphic creature, showing attributes of perhaps a variety of animals, featuring a reptilian
looking head, a feathered tail, and four limbs flexed as if lying in a splayed position. Interestingly, there is an embossed circular
region on the belly of the creature with a worn depiction that may represent what is often interpreted as a reptilian eye motif.
Otherwise, this scene may imply the figure has been flayed to reveal entrails, perhaps alluding to a sacrificial offering. The rattle
still functions. PROVENANCE: EX Former Florida, USA private collection. Authenticity Guaranteed Starting price is the price
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142B: A Pre-Columbian Aztec Black Obsidian Knife Blade
USD 300 - 450
Mexico, Ca 1400 to 1500 CE. Lovely deep black semi-translucent obsidian blade. Knapped on each side of the slightly curved
blade and a lovely example of stone work! 6"L x 1-1/4"W x 3/8" thick. PROVENANCE: EX-Knox collection Authenticity
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142C: Large Casas Grandes, Ramos Polychrome Double Ram
USD 700 - 1,050
Northern Mexico, Ca. 1250 AD - 1475 CE A large Casas vessel with the original handle present. This vessel has a rams head
at each side of the vessel. Great colors with bold interlocking "Marriage" designs. Legally purchased from a private collection,
legal release and disclosure accompanies the piece. Height: 8.75 inches Length: 11.75 inches Provenance: Ex- Fort Knox
Artifacts, AZ; Ex- South West Archelogical Research Institute. Authenticity Guaranteed The starting price is the price at which
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143: A Veracruz Pottery Coastal Watcher
USD 200 - 300
Veracruz, Mexico, Ca 400 to 700 CE. Solid molded pottery figure, seated with arms to his knees, large area of original bitumen
under each eye. 5" high. Provenance: Ex-Colorado collection acquired in the 1960's. Authenticity Guaranteed The starting price
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143A: Pre-Columbian Greenstone Face Pendant
USD 150 - 225
A Pre-Columbian greenstone pendant depicting a face, likely Mixtec from ancient Mexico, circa 800 A.D. - 1500 A.D., possibly
earlier. This example measures approximately 1 1/4" tall by about 1 1/8" wide, and is made from a pale green stone. It is
perforated for suspension and features deeply carved stylized facial features done in an ancient abrasion technique.
Interestingly, the center of each eye is shown with alternating half circle/crescent shapes- one up and one down. This may have
symbolically represented both life and death, as suggested by other Pre-Columbian iconographic depictions. Under
magnification, an ancient patina of mineral deposits covers the entire surface (including all carved features- assuring
authenticity) which obscures the vibrant and color of the well-preserved stone surface beneath. Could likely be carefully cleaned
by a restorer to reveal the original surface and beauty of the stone beneath, if desired. Does not include black bust display, for
photo purposes only. PROVENANCE: EX Former Lynn Langdon collection, collected in Mexico between the 1940's - 1960's.
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144: A Pre-Columbian Mixtec Polychrome Bowl
USD 200 - 300
From central Mexico, ca. 1100-1400 AD. Beautiful polychrome pottery shallow bowl decorated with pattern of waves and flora
probably representing irrigation and crops. 2"H x 8-1/2"D. Provenance: Ex-S. Olstowski, Midwest USA collection. Authenticity
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145: A Family of Three Chupicuaro Polychrome Miniatures
USD 600 - 900
Pre-Columbian, Guanajuato, Mexico, Ca 300 to 100 BCE. Fine family of matched polychrome Chupicuaro flats. Most flats are
the brownware "pretty lady" variety and finding a matched group of three is quite unusual. Measuring 2-7/8 for the highest, 1-7/8
smallest . Provenance: Private Southern California Collection. Authenticity Guaranteed The starting price is the price at which
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145A: Chupicuaro Pottery Rounded Olla
USD 300 - 450
West Mexico, Guanajuato Valley, Ca 300 to 100 BCE. What was once an exquisite olla! Rounded jar decorated with repeating
black and tan temple pattern. 5-1/2" D by 4-1/4" H. PROVENANCE: EX- Private AZ collection Authenticity Guaranteed Starting
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146: A Rare Colima Miniature Pottery Head Vessel
USD 500 - 750
West Mexico, Colima culture, Ca. 200 BCE to 200 CE. Small vessel in the form of a human head of the variety most usually
many times larger. Covered in brown pigment and root marks, small spout at the top of his head. 3-3/4".Provenance: Ex-Private
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147: A Pre-Columbian Colima Miniature Gingerbread Flat
USD 300 - 450
Colima, west Mexico, Ca 200 BCE - 200 CE. Solid pottery figure in a style known as "Gingerbread" with pointed head and arms
outstretched, belt around his waist and beads around his neck. 4" H. PROVENANCE: EX-AZ collection acquired in the 1950's.
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147A: Pre-Columbian Colima Pottery Flat
USD 150 - 225
Colima, west Mexico, Ca 200 BCE to 200 CE. Small attractive pottery flat female, hands to waist, small breasts and wearing loin
cloth. 4-1/4" H PROVENANCE: EX-Private AZ collection, acquired at Fort Knox Artifacts Authenticity Guaranteed Starting price
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147B: Pre-Columbian Colima Pottery Flat
USD 150 - 225
Colima, west Mexico, Ca 200 BCE to 200 CE. Attractive pottery flat male, hands to stomach, and wearing loin and stone
necklace 4-3/8" H PROVENANCE: EX-Private AZ collection, acquired at Fort Knox Artifacts Authenticity Guaranteed Starting
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147C: Pre-Columbian Colima Pottery Flat
USD 200 - 300
Colima, west Mexico, Ca 200 BCE to 200 CE. Fine pottery flat female, hands to chest holding small bowl, and wearing sash
around her front and stone necklace. 4-5/8" H PROVENANCE: EX-Private AZ collection, acquired at Fort Knox Artifacts
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147D: Pre-Columbian Colima Pottery Whistle
USD 200 - 300
Colima, west Mexico, Ca 200 BCE to 200 CE. A very sweet pottery whistle in the form of a man transforming into bird. Three
rows of attached pottery beads to indicated a feathered robe. 3" H. Whistle fully functioning PROVENANCE: EX-Private AZ
collection, acquired at Fort Knox Artifacts Authenticity Guaranteed Starting price is the price this lot can sell for
147E: Large Pre-Columbian Colima Pottery Flat
USD 300 - 450
Colima, west Mexico, Ca 200 BCE to 200 CE. Fine and large pottery flat female, with hands to front, decorated with black
decoration on legs, long straight hair and large headdress. 6-3/4" H PROVENANCE: EX-Private AZ collection, acquired at Fort
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147F: Another Large Pre-Columbian Colima Pottery Flat
USD 300 - 450
Colima, west Mexico, Ca 200 BCE to 200 CE. Another fine and large pottery flat female, with hands to side, decorated with
black decoration on legs and scarification on shoulders, long straight hair down her back and large headdress. 7-3/4" H
PROVENANCE: EX-Private AZ collection, acquired at Fort Knox Artifacts Authenticity Guaranteed Starting price is the price this
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147G: Pre-Columbian Colima Pottery Flat
USD 250 - 375
Colima, west Mexico, Ca 200 BCE to 200 CE. Another fine pottery flat female, with hands to side, decorated with long straight
hair down her sides and large beaded necklace and headdress. 5-3/4" H PROVENANCE: EX-Private AZ collection, acquired at
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147H: Pre-Columbian Colima Pottery Flat - Simple Features
USD 250 - 375
Colima, west Mexico, Ca 200 BCE to 200 CE. Unusual pottery flat female with unusually simple features. Hands to her side with
coffee bean eyes and mouth and horned headdress. 6-3/4" H PROVENANCE: EX-Private AZ collection, acquired at Fort Knox
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147I: Pre-Columbian Colima Pottery Flat
USD 200 - 300
Colima, west Mexico, Ca 200 BCE to 200 CE. Fine pottery flat female, hands to belly, and wearing sash/loincloth around her
front and stone necklace. 5-1/8" H PROVENANCE: EX-Private AZ collection, acquired at Fort Knox Artifacts Authenticity
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147J: Pre-Columbian Pottery Jalisco Olla
USD 150 - 225
Small but cute! Jalisco, west Mexico, Ca 200 BCE to 200 CE. Small jar attached to the back of a standing figure. Covered in red
slip with remains of added white slip. 3-1/8" H. PROVENANCE: EX-Private AZ collection, acquired at Fort Knox Artifacts
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148: A Set of 3 Pre-Classic Pre-Columbian Heads
USD 200 - 300
West Mexico, Ca 500 BCE to 500 CE. Set of three attractive pottery heads, each with fine details and each off larger figures. 2"
H for largest, each on custom stand. PROVENANCE: EX-Saldano collection acquired in the 1970's. Authenticity Guaranteed
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149: A Colima Pottery Mother & Child
USD 100 - 150
Pre-Columbian, Colima, West Mexico, Ca 200 BCE - 200 CE. Cute, small terracotta sculpture of a mother seated with legs
extended cradling a small child in her arms. 2-1/2"H x 2-1/2"W, PROVENANCE: Ex-Peter K. Lehnert Collection, AZ. Authenticity
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149A: Jalisco Janus-Headed Dog Plus Colima Olla
USD 400 - 600
West Mexico, Jalisco and Colima, Ca 200 BCE to 200 CE. First, redware two-headed dog with simple features and slits for
eyes; covered in red slip. Next, Colima squash-form olla, also in red slip with short sloped rim. 9" L for dog, 5-1/2" D for olla
PROVENANCE: EX-Private AZ collection, acquired at Fort Knox Artifacts Authenticity Guaranteed Starting price is the price this
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150: Another Set of 3 Pre-Columbian Terracotta Heads
USD 200 - 300
Mexico, Ca 500 BCE to 500 CE. Three attractive pottery heads, each with fine details and each off larger figures. 2-1/8" H for
largest, each on custom stand. One head is marked in pencil "Teotihuacan July '35" PROVENANCE: EX-Saldano collection
acquired in the 1970's. Authenticity Guaranteed! The starting price is the price at which the item can sell.
151: A Pre-Columbian Nayarit / Chinesco Shallow Bowl
USD 300 - 450
From ancient Mexico, Nayarit, Lagunillas (Chinesco), ca. 200 BC to 200 AD. Terracotta shallow bowl with beige slip, red and
black paint. Interior shows a dynamic / archetypal design suggestive of bird forms or animal tracks on the ground. Very
well-made and finely painted, typical of Chinesco pieces. 7"D x 3"H, PROVENANCE: Ex-private Midwest USA Collection in the
1990s, prior to that part of a Museum Collection (numbered on bottom) since the the 1960s. Authenticity Guaranteed The
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151A: Nayarit Pottery Bowl w/ Wood Grain
USD 500 - 750
NAYARIT BOWL. Flat bottomed with high walls tapering out toward rim, exterior painted with red-brown pigments in curvilinear
stripes, interior in orange/brown pigment with spiral pattern around base, multiple vertical rows of dashes up the sides. West
Mexico. Circa 250 B.C. - A.D. 250. PROVENANCE: EX-Private AZ collection, acquired at Fort Knox Artifacts Authenticity
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151B: Large Pre-Columbian Nayarit Shaman Head Fragment
USD 400 - 600
A large and impressive Pre-Columbian head fragment from a larger hollow vessel depicting a shaman. From the Nayarit or
Jalisco region of ancient West Mexico, circa 300 B.C. - 600 A.D. Though fragmentary, this piece displays impressively and
represents an exceedingly rare and fine type of large figural vessel, measuring approximately 6 1/2" tall (resting on simple block
display- included), and about 5 1/2" tall (fragment alone, un-mounted). It depicts an individual of revered shaman status, as
indicated by the horn-like protrusion at the forehead, with stylized features showing impressively medelling of the face and
implied masculine features, such as the prominent jaw line. Puffy, slit eyes imply a trance-like state. Strong remnants of original
pigment remain.PROVENANCE: EX Former Mark Bir estate- collected in the mid 1900's. Authenticity Guaranteed Starting price
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151C: Pre-Columbian Colima Archaic Bird Whistle
USD 250 - 375
A whistle in the form of a bird from the Pre-Columbian Colima region of ancient West Mexico, circa 200 B.C. - 200 A.D. This
example measures approximately 5 1/4" tall (resting atop wooden display stand- included) and about 3" by 3" at widest points
(item alone, unmounted). This example is very nicely hand modeled from very fine clay, and represents an impressive example
of the type- despite the loss to the tip of the bird's right foot. This likely depicts a turkey, and incorporates a whistle mouthpiece
into the tip of the tail feathers. On the back of the fanned tail are two holes, perhaps for changing the tone of the whistle by
blocking one or the other. PROVENANCE: EX Former Lynn Langdon collection- collected in West Mexico between the 1940's 1960's. Authenticity Guaranteed Starting price is the price this lot can sell for
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151D: Large Pre-Columbian Colima Carved Shell Pendant
USD 200 - 300
A large and rare Spodylus shell pectoral pendant from the Pre-Columbian Colima region of ancient West Mexico, circa 200 B.C.
- 200 A.D. This example measures approximately 4 3/4" wide by about 3" high. The ancient artist employed carved/incised lines
to depict a long zoomorphic creature, possible a Coati based on similar published examples, with paws resting on its snout and
linear designs along it's length. It is perforated at each end, where it would have been strung as an impressive pectoral pendant.
Such objects are rare to survive due to their fragile nature, and this large example would have been indicative of significant
status and prestige for the ancient owner. Ancient jewelry items such as represent very personal, intimate artifacts, since they
were once worn as personal adornments by the ancient inhabitants themselves. Does not include the black bust display, for
photo purposes only.PROVENANCE: EX Former Lynn Langdon collection, collected between the 1940's - 1960's. Authenticity
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151E: Rare Pre-Columbian Colima Carved Shell Pendant
USD 150 - 225
A rare, large, round carved shell decorative pendant from the Pre-Columbian Colima region of ancient West Mexico, circa 200
B.C. - 200 A.D. This example measures approximately 1 3/4" in diameter (at widest points) and depicts a curled zoomorphic
creature with incised and drilled features, carved from a shell (the natural shell top visible on the back of the pendant).
Remnants of original red pigment or perhaps original inner shell coloration remains. See Townsend's book "Ancient West
Mexico; Art and Archaeology of the Unknown Past", page 249, for comparable examples of this exact type of carved shell
ornament. These are believed to depict a serpentine motif, and are known to have been attached within larger ear spool or
pectoral shell pendants for elaborate layered ornamentation. Such objects are rare to survive due to their fragile nature, and
would have been indicative of important social status and prestige for the owner. Ancient jewelry items represent very personal,
intimate artifacts, since they were once worn as personal adornments by the ancient inhabitants themselves. Does not include
the black bust display stand, for photo purposes only.PROVENANCE: EX Former Lynn Langdon collection, collected between
the 1940's - 1960's. Authenticity Guaranteed Starting price is the price this lot can sell for
151F: Pre-Columbian Colima Mother of Pearl Pendant
USD 100 - 150
An exceedingly rare and delicate carved Mother of Pearl pendant from the Pre-Columbian Colima region of ancient West
Mexico, circa 200 B.C. - 200 A.D. This diminutive example measures approximately 3/4" wide (at widest points) by about 5/8"
tall and depicts a curled zoomorphic creature with finely incised and drilled features, carved from iridescent Mother of Pearl.
Recovery of such a small and delicate artifact intact is extremely rare. See Townsend's book "Ancient West Mexico; Art and
Archaeology of the Unknown Past", page 249, for comparable examples of this exact type of carved shell ornamentation. These
are believed to depict a serpentine or reptilian motif (or perhaps instead, a fish), and are known to have been attached within
larger ear spool or pectoral shell pendants for elaborate layered ornamentation. Such objects are rare to survive due to their
delicate and fragile nature, and would have been indicative of important social status and prestige for the owner. Ancient jewelry
items represent very personal, intimate artifacts, since they were once worn as personal adornments by the ancient inhabitants
themselves. Does not include the black bust display stand, for photo purposes only. PROVENANCE: EX Former Lynn Langdon
collection, collected between the 1940's - 1960's. Authenticity Guaranteed Starting price is the price this lot can sell for
152: A Set of 3 Sliced Sections of Pallasite Meteorites
USD 400 - 600
Three thin slices of meteorite showing beautifully infused olivine crystals. From the Brahin meteorite discovered in Russia. 34
total grams, with largest 37mm by 28mm.Would make a lovely and interesting pendant! Small section of olivine gem missing
else choice! Provenance: Private AZ Collection. Authenticity Guaranteed The starting price is the price at which the item can
sell.
153: Native American Indian Stone Axe Head (1)
USD 200 - 300
Tan stone axe head with 3/4 groove and thick butt. Archaic, Ca 5000 BCE. Tag indicating it was found in Lewis County,
Kentucky. 4-7/8" L. Provenance: Ex-Saldano Collection Authenticity Guaranteed The starting price is the price at which the item
can sell.
154: A Native American Indian Stone Axe Head (2)
USD 200 - 300
Speckled stone axe head with 3/4 groove and tapered butt. Archaic, Ca 5000 BCE. 3-1/2" L. Provenance: Ex-Saldano
Collection Authenticity Guaranteed The starting price is the price at which the item can sell.
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155: A Native American Indian Stone Axe Head (3)
USD 200 - 300
Black stone axe head with 3/4 groove and thick butt. Archaic, Ca 5000 BCE. Tag indicating it was found in "Cecil County."
3-1/8" L. Provenance: Ex-Saldano Collection Authenticity Guaranteed The starting price is the price at which the item can sell.
155A: A Native American Pottery Olla - Original Pine Nuts!
USD 600 - 800
Almost NEVER found! Corrugated ancient Native American storage jar, Mogollon culture, ca 900 to 1150 AD. Top section of
shoulder/neck with deep corrugated pattern, lower section smooth. Two things makes this jar remarkable. First, the original pine
nuts are still in place. Second, when you look at this in the right light, or after giving it a brief "spritz" you see a small child's
hand-print - as if the daughter grabbed the jar before it was set, and her hand is still evident after 1000 years. 7"H Provenance:
Ex-Grant Collection (found on private land) with full legal release. Authenticity Guaranteed
156: A Viking Silver Bracelet with Snakes - 140g!
USD 200 - 300
Northern Europe, Ca. 12th-14th Century CE. An open ended silver bracelet with two snake heads on either side. Incised detail
near openings in linear and hatching form. A beautiful and heavy piece. Approximately 3-1/8"W, widest inside diameter is
2-3/8"D. 140g Provenance: Ex- Old Colorado Collection. Authenticity Guaranteed The starting price is the price at which the
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157: Two Antique Dutch Bi-Chrome Delft Tiles
USD 400 - 600
The Netherlands, Ca. 17th Century CE. Two beautiful tiles composed with only blue and white, both with floral designs in each
of the four corners and a central design in the middle. One features a woman holding a staff and looking out into the distance,
the other with a husband and wife carrying a basket. 5-1/4" square. Provenance: Ex Byron Farwell Collection. Authenticity
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158: An Early Spanish Colonial Iron & Silver Spur (1)
USD 400 - 600
Bolivia / Argentina, 18th century CE. Very fine single spur made of hand-forged iron with silver inlays and pins. This would have
been worn by a very elite caballero as he tended his herd of cows in the pampas. Very large example measuring 10"L (25cm),
Would make a wonderful display accent! Provenance: Ex-M. Weinstein Collection, Denver, CO
159: An Early Spanish Colonial Iron & Silver Spur (2)
USD 300 - 450
Bolivia / Argentina, 18th century CE. Very fine single spur made of hand-forged iron with silver inlays and pins. This would have
been worn by a very elite caballero as he tended his herd of cows in the pampas. Very large example measuring 8-3/4" (21.5) L.
Would make a wonderful display accent! Provenance: Ex-M. Weinstein Collection, Denver, CO Authenticity Guaranteed The
starting price is the price at which the item can sell.
160: An Early Spanish Colonial Iron & Silver Spur (3)
USD 300 - 450
Bolivia / Argentina, 18th century CE. Very fine single spur made of hand-forged iron with silver inlays and pins. This would have
been worn by a very elite caballero as he tended his herd of cows in the pampas. Very large example measuring 8-1/2"L
(21.5cm), Would make a wonderful display accent! Provenance: Ex-M. Weinstein Collection, Denver, CO Authenticity
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161: An Early Spanish Colonial Iron & Silver Spur (4)
USD 300 - 450
Bolivia / Argentina, 18th century CE. Very fine single spur made of hand-forged iron with silver inlays and pins. This would have
been worn by a very elite caballero as he tended his herd of cows in the pampas. Large example measuring 7-5/8"L (19.3 cm),
Would make a wonderful display accent! Provenance: Ex-M. Weinstein Collection, Denver, CO Authenticity Guaranteed The
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162: Two Antique Dutch Delft Polychrome Tiles
USD 400 - 600
The Netherlands, 18th Century CE. Two ceramic tiles depicting men at work, one depicting a man with ax about to chop down a
tree stump, the second being a blacksmith working on anvil with forge in background. Both 5-1/2" square. Provenance:
Ex-Byron Farwell Collection Authenticity Guaranteed The starting price is the price at which the piece can sell.
163: Two Interesting Antique Dutch Delft Tiles
USD 400 - 600
The Netherlands, 18th Century CE. Two polychrome ceramic tiles depicting men working. One depicts a man opening a cask of
beer, the other hammering a nail into wood. Both 5-1/2" square. Provenance: Ex-Byron Farwell Collection Authenticity
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164: Two Antique Dutch Delft Tiles
USD 400 - 600
The Netherlands, 18th Century CE. Two polychrome ceramic tiles depicting men working, one holding a basket in front of a
blossoming flower, the other shopping a man sewing at a loom. Both 5-1/2" square Provenance: Ex-Byron Farwell Collection.
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165: Antique Delft Ceramic Tiles (set of 3)
USD 350 - 525
The Netherlands, Ca. 17th & 18th Century CE. Three ceramic tiles, two blue- on-white tiles, one eggplant on white. One
blue-on-white tile depicts a tall building in the distance, the other three vegetables on a hook. The eggplant on white tile features
a boat sailing out to sea. All measure 5-1/4" square. Provenance: Ex-Byron Farwell Collection. Authenticity Guaranteed The
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166: An Inuit Eskimo Seal Stone Sculpture
USD 200 - 300
Alaskan Territory, Ca. 1940 CE. A carved sculpture in soapstone, with incised facial detail. Carving marked mimic seal's natural
skin folds. 6-3/4"L. Provenance: Ex-Byron Farwell Collection. Authenticity Guaranteed The starting price is the price at which the
piece can sell.
167: A Inuit Eskimo Statuette in Soapstone
USD 200 - 300
Alaskan Territory, Ca. 1940 CE. A carved soapstone statuette of an Eskimo with added white face and clenched fists. 8"H.
Provenance: Ex-Byron Farwell Collection. Authenticity Guaranteed The starting price is the price at which the piece can sell.
168: An Inuit Soapstone Statuette of Eskimo
USD 200 - 300
Alaskan Territory, Ca. 1940 CE. Carved light colored soapstone statuette of Eskimo holding right arm in sky as if to harpoon a
seal or whale. Lightly carved detail of clothing and face. Both hands have openings for holding carved bone harpoons. 8-1/4"H.
Provenance: Ex-Byron Farwell Collection. Authenticity Guaranteed The starting price is the price at which the piece can sell.
169: An Inuit Soapstone Statuette of a Seated Eskimo
USD 200 - 300
Alaskan Territory, Ca. 1940 CE. A carved soapstone statuette of a seated Eskimo with added white face. 5"H. Provenance:
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171: An Eskimo Soapstone Carving - Boat & Tools
USD 200 - 300
Canadian, Inuit, acquired in the 1950's. Large soapstone boat with sail and a number of carved walrus ivory implements including gun, oars, harpoon, rudder, etc. 10" L by 9" H to top of sail. PROVENANCE: EX-Byron Farwell collection, Authenticity
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171A: Delightful Eskimo Soapstone Carving of Seal and Birds
USD 200 - 300
Canada, Northern Territories, Ca 1940 to 1950. A very sweet carving of a sprawled out seal/sea lion on which sits 5 bone
carved birds, each attached with wooden peg. Seal measures 7" L. PROVENANCE: EX- Byron Farwell collection, Authenticity
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171B: Very Fine Eskimo Soapstone Carving of Mask
USD 250 - 375
Canada, Northern Territories, Ca 1940 to 1950. Large and finely executed soapstone mask with very realistic human features
and broad toothy grin. 3 holes are drilled in the forehead for attachment of bone or feathers. Tag on reverse from 1950's
indicates this originally cost a whopping $15! 6-1/8" H. PROVENANCE: EX- Byron Farwell collection, Authenticity Guaranteed
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172: A set of 2 African, Baule Tribe Heddle Pulleys
USD 400 - 600
Pair of African wooden heddle pulleys, most likely Baule Tribe, Ivory Coast. Heddle pulleys are used in strip-weaving. They hold
the heddles in the loom in place to make the weaving process easier. Pulleys are designed for aesthetic purposes only, they
have no ritual purpose. Many of the pulleys are designed as animals or humans, as if the figure were to be watching over the
weaver as they work. 8-3/4" L for longest. PROVENANCE: EX-Byron Farwell collection, Authenticity guaranteed! The starting
price is the price at which the item can sell.
173: Another Set of 2 African, Baule Tribe Heddle Pulleys
USD 400 - 600
Pair of African wooden heddle pulleys, most likely Baule Tribe, Ivory Coast. Heddle pulleys are used in strip-weaving. They hold
the heddles in the loom in place to make the weaving process easier. Pulleys are designed for aesthetic purposes only, they
have no ritual purpose. Many of the pulleys are designed as animals or humans, as if the figure were to be watching over the
weaver as they work. 10" L for longest. PROVENANCE: EX-Byron Farwell collection, Authenticity guaranteed! The starting price
is the price at which the item can sell.
174: Early Aboriginal Decorated Wood Boomerang
USD 400 - 600
Australia, end of 19th / first decade of 20th century CE. A large and superbly decorated boomerang (or throwing stick as this
one was not designed to return on its own) of heavy hardwood, carved on each side with rippled texture. 27"L x 3"H.
PROVENANCE: Ex-Byron Farwell Collection Authenticity Guaranteed
175: 3 Early Wooden Implements - Page Turner/Letter Openers
USD 100 - 150
Very interesting early Americana! Wooden implements. One used to turn the pages of books so that fingers would not touch the
delicate pages. Others appear to be early letter openers. One is marked faintly 191? 13-1/2" L for polychrome example.
PROVENANCE: EX- Byron Farwell collection, Authenticity Guaranteed Starting price is the price this lot can sell for
176: Bag 1 of Native American Paleo Points
USD 400 - 600
Central US, Pre-Historic, 10,000 BCE to 1000 BCE. A nice collection of stone points including over 2 dozen projectiles, mostly
small and medium size with three or four larger examples included - 28 points in all. All found on private lands and guaranteed
to violate no laws covering Indian artifacts. 4" L for longest PROVENANCE: Ex-Fort Knox Artifacts, Scottsdale, AZ Authenticity
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177: Bag 2 of Native American Paleo Points / Arrowheads
USD 400 - 600
Central US, Pre-Historic, 10,000 BCE to 1000 BCE. A nice collection of stone points including over 2 dozen projectiles, small,
medium and large points and knives with one large hand-axe included - 28 points in all. All found on private lands and
guaranteed to violate no laws covering Indian artifacts.3-1/2" L for longest PROVENANCE: Ex-Fort Knox Artifacts, Scottsdale,
AZ Authenticity Guaranteed Starting price is the price this lot can sell for
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178: Bag 3 of Native American Paleo Points / Arrowheads
USD 300 - 450
Central US, Pre-Historic, 10,000 BCE to 1000 BCE. A nice collection of stone points including over 2 dozen projectiles - mostly
small &medium - 34 points in all. All found on private lands and guaranteed to violate no laws covering Indian artifacts. 2-1/2"L
for longest PROVENANCE: Ex-Fort Knox Artifacts, Scottsdale, AZ Authenticity Guaranteed Starting price is the price this lot can
sell for
179: Bag 4 of Native American Paleo Points / Arrowheads
USD 250 - 375
Central US, Pre-Historic, 10,000 BCE to 1000 BCE. A nice collection of stone points including over 2 dozen projectiles - mostly
small &medium - 34 points in all. All found on private lands and guaranteed to violate no laws covering Indian artifacts. 2-1/2" L
for longest PROVENANCE: Ex-Fort Knox Artifacts, Scottsdale, AZ Authenticity Guaranteed Starting price is the price this lot can
sell for
180: Bag 5 of Native American Paleo Points / Arrowheads
USD 100 - 150
Central US, Pre-Historic, 10,000 BCE to 1000 BCE. A nice collection of stone points including almost 2 dozen projectiles mostly small &medium blunt points - 23 points in all. All found on private lands and guaranteed to violate no laws covering
Indian artifacts. 2-3/8"L for longest PROVENANCE: Ex-Fort Knox Artifacts, Scottsdale, AZ Authenticity Guaranteed Starting
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181: Large Native American Paleo Hand Axe
USD 200 - 300
Central US, Pre-Historic, 10,000 BCE to 1000 BCE. Nice large flint hand axe, bifacially knapped and in near oval shape. Found
on private lands and guaranteed to violate no laws covering Indian artifacts. 4-3/4" L. PROVENANCE: EX-Knox collection
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182: Two Antique Russian Icons
USD 600 - 900
First one, Russia, Ca. 15th - 17th Century CE. Painting on wood, this piece depicts Russian Orthodox St. Hogue with child on
side. Fine line detail on face. Gold leaf outlines clothing. Two holes near top for mounting. 17" x 13". Next, Russia, Ca. 19th
Century CE. Gesso on wood, Several saints surrounding unknown person, with candle bearers in background. Inlaid gold leaf
on halos and in background. 13-7/8"H x 10-3/4"W. Provenance: Ex-Byron Farwell Collection Authenticity Guaranteed The
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184: A Greek Icon of Saint Stylianus and Saint Modestos
USD 400 - 600
Greece, Greek Orthodox Church, Ca.14th-15th Century CE. Paint on wood. A beautifully vibrant Greek Orthodox painting of two
saints, St. Stylianus and St. Modestos. Stylianos is depicted holding a boy wrapped in linen, while an eye of a human peers out
from under his robes. Modestos is shown holding the bible in his left hand along with an all seeing eye hidden in his robes. Both
saints have ornately painted halos with gold leaf. Reverse side has cross, as well as Greek letters ISXS//NIKA. 15"H x 12.5"W.
Provenance: Ex Byron Farwell Collection. Authenticity Guaranteed The starting price is the price at which the piece can sell.
184A: A Large Greek Orthodox Icon with Christ, Mary and Saint
USD 400 - 600
Greece, Ca. 17th-18th Century CE. A wooden icon with six panes showing Jesus, Mary, and a selection of saints, including St.
Gregory and St. Maria. The Holy Spirit in dove form descends from the top of the panel. "Holy Trio" is written in Greek on the top
right and left of the panel. Gesso on wood. 13-1/2"H x 10-7/8"W. Provenance: Formerly of the Byron Farwell Collection,
acquired in the 1950s. Authenticity Guaranteed The starting price is the lowest price at which the piece can sell.
184B: An Early Greek Wood Icon - 18th / 19th Century
USD 200 - 300
Showing its age, but still quite lovely and desirable! Greece, ca 18th to 19th century CE. Wooden icon showing Constantine II
and his mother Helen, with a cross between them, each with crowns and circular halo. 9-1/2"H x 7-1/4"W. PROVENANCE:
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184C: An Early Russian Wood Icon - 18th/19th Century
USD 200 - 300
Well-worn, but still quite lovely! Russia, ca 18th to 19th century CE. Wooden icon showing Christ seated upon a decorated
throne, unknown saints and possibly Mary to each side and below. 10-3/4"H x 7-1/4"W. PROVENANCE: EX-Byron Farwell
collection Authenticity Guaranteed
185: Set of Two Spanish Colonial Maria, La Purisima Statues
USD 200 - 300
First, polychrome example from Mexico or S. America, Ca 1850, covered with gesso and painted over the top. Second, most
likely from the Philippines, Ca 19th century, faint traces of original red and white pigment. 10" H for tallest. Provenance: ExByron Farwell Collection Authenticity Guaranteed The starting price is the price at which the piece can sell.
185B: An Antique Mexican Santos - Our Lady of Guadalupe
USD 200 - 300
Mexico, Ca 1900 to 1920 CE. Lovely carved and painted wood Santos in the form of Our Lady of Guadalupe. Our Lady of
Guadalupe (Spanish: Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe), also known as the Virgin of Guadalupe (Spanish: Virgen de Guadalupe)
is a celebrated Roman Catholic icon of the Virgin Mary. Two accounts, published in the 1640s, one in Spanish, one in Nahuatl,
tell how, while walking from his village to Mexico City in the early morning of December 9, 1531 (then the Feast of the
Immaculate Conception in the Spanish Empire),[1] the peasant Juan Diego saw on the slopes of the Hill of Tepeyac a vision of
a girl of fifteen or sixteen years of age, surrounded by light. Speaking to him in Nahuatl, the local language, she asked that a
church be built at that site, in her honor; from her words, Juan Diego recognized the Lady as the Virgin Mary. Diego told his
story to the Spanish Archbishop, Fray Juan de Zumárraga, who instructed him to return to Tepeyac Hill, and ask the lady for a
miraculous sign to prove her identity. The Virgin told Juan Diego to gather flowers from the top of Tepeyac Hill. Although
December was very late in the growing season for flowers to bloom, Juan Diego found at the usually barren hilltop Castilian
roses, not native to Mexico, which the Virgin arranged in his peasant tilma cloak. When Juan Diego opened the cloak before
Bishop Zumárraga on December 12, the flowers fell to the floor, and in their place was the image of the Virgin of Guadalupe,
miraculously imprinted on the fabric. 11-5/8"H x 7-3/8"W. PROVENANCE: Ex-private, CO collection Authenticity Guaranteed
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185C: Another Antique Mexican Santos - Our Lady of Guadalupe
USD 200 - 300
Mexico, Ca 1900 to 1920 CE. Lovely carved and painted wood Santos in the form of Our Lady of Guadalupe. Our Lady of
Guadalupe (Spanish: Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe), also known as the Virgin of Guadalupe (Spanish: Virgen de Guadalupe)
is a celebrated Roman Catholic icon of the Virgin Mary. Two accounts, published in the 1640s, one in Spanish, one in Nahuatl,
tell how, while walking from his village to Mexico City in the early morning of December 9, 1531 (then the Feast of the
Immaculate Conception in the Spanish Empire),[1] the peasant Juan Diego saw on the slopes of the Hill of Tepeyac a vision of
a girl of fifteen or sixteen years of age, surrounded by light. Speaking to him in Nahuatl, the local language, she asked that a
church be built at that site, in her honor; from her words, Juan Diego recognized the Lady as the Virgin Mary. Diego told his
story to the Spanish Archbishop, Fray Juan de Zumárraga, who instructed him to return to Tepeyac Hill, and ask the lady for a
miraculous sign to prove her identity. The Virgin told Juan Diego to gather flowers from the top of Tepeyac Hill. Although
December was very late in the growing season for flowers to bloom, Juan Diego found at the usually barren hilltop Castilian
roses, not native to Mexico, which the Virgin arranged in his peasant tilma cloak. When Juan Diego opened the cloak before
Bishop Zumárraga on December 12, the flowers fell to the floor, and in their place was the image of the Virgin of Guadalupe,
miraculously imprinted on the fabric. 11-5/8"H x 7-3/8"W. PROVENANCE: EX-Private, CO collection Authenticity Guaranteed
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186: Thai Thangka Painting
USD 100 - 150
Thailand, early 20th century. Similar to their more famous Tibetan cousins, Thai Thangkas have been produced for centuries.
Painted on loosely woven canvas, with central deity /Buddhavista standing next to a supplicant. 17-1/2" W by 22-3/4" L.
Provenance: Ex- Byron Farwell collection Authenticity Guaranteed The starting price is the price at which the piece can sell.
187: Another Thai Thangka Painting
USD 100 - 150
Thailand, mid 20th century. Similar to their more famous Tibetan cousins, Thai Thangkas have been produced for centuries.
Painted on loosely woven canvas, with White and Green Tara - Tara in Tantric Buddhism was born from the tears of
Avalokitesvara, the boddhisattva of compassion, and personifies His compassion. She has many forms, including White Tara,
and can be gentle or menacing depending on her color–as Green or White. Green Tara, the female manifestation of active
compassion, reaches out her hand to grant all wishes and, with her right foot outstretched, is ready to step down and help all
who call upon her. White Tara (Sanskrit: Sitatara; Tibetan: Sgrol-dkar) is sometimes called the Mother of all Buddhas and she
represents the motherly aspect of compassion. Her white color signifies purity, wisdom and truth. 20-1/2" W by 29-1/2" L.
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188: Three Antique Hand Colored Maps
USD 150 - 225
"Graecia Cum Insulis Et Oris Maris Aegaei (Greece with Islands and the Coast of Aegean Sea)." From Atlas Antiquus By Dr.
Henry Kiepert Edition Published in 1900. Hand colored boundaries. Latinized names for Greek cities. Map indicates the
Civitates Graecae (People of Greece), including the Doricae (Dorians) Ionicae (Ionians) Aeolicae cum Achaeis (Aeolians with
Achaens). Map measures 13-1/2"H x 16-7/8"W. Professionally mounted, ready for framing. "Italia and Undecim Regiones Italiae
ab Augusto Imp. Institutae (Italy and Eleven Italian Regions from the Institution of Imperator Augustus)." From Atlas Antiquus By
Dr. Henry Kiepert, Edition Published in 1900. Hand-colored boundaries. Professionally mounted, ready for framing. Map
measures 16-7/8"H x 13-1/2"W. "Imperia Persarum et Macedonum (Empires of Persia and Macedon)." From Atlas Antiquus By
Dr. Henry Kiepert, Edition Published in 1900. Hand colored boundaries. Professionally mounted, ready for framing. Map
measures 16-7/8"W x 13-1/2"H. Authenticity GuaranteedThe starting price is the price at which the item can sell.
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189: Two Antique Hand Colored Maps of Ancient World
USD 100 - 150
"Orbis Terrarum Altero p. Chr Saeculo Antiquis Notus (The Earth, Other Ancient Notable Generations Post Christ)." From Atlas
Antiquus By Dr. Henry Kiepert, Edition Published in 1900. Hand-colored boundaries. Professionally mounted, ready for framing.
Map measures 16-7/8"W x 13-1/2"H. "Asia Citerior (Asia Near)," From Atlas Antiquus By Dr. Henry Kiepert Edition Published in
1900. Hand colored boundaries. Professionally mounted, ready for framing. Map measures 16-7/8"W x 13-1/2"H. Authenticity
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190: Lot of 2 Senator JOHN KENNEDY JFK & Family - Christmas
USD 200 - 300
JFK (John F. Kennedy) Two early 4 ?" x 5 ?" Christmas card, with the Senator, Mrs. Kennedy and Caroline pictured on the front,
and a gold embossed United States seal, signed by autopen, "Best – Jack." The starting price is the price at which the piece can
sell.
191: Original 1960 JFK John F. Kennedy Presidential Campaign
USD 300 - 450
Original 1960 JFK John F. Kennedy Presidential Campaign Poster & unused Bumper sticker. This is the more rare campaign
style poster "Kennedy" a heavy cardboard stock. The starting price is the price at which the piece can sell.
192: Original 1960 JFK John F. Kennedy Presidential Campaign
USD 400 - 600
(1) Poster "Kennedy for President / Leadership for the '60's" 44" x 28". Original on heavy cardboard stock. This would have
been the type to be nailed to telephone posts. The starting price is the price at which the piece can sell.
193: Original 1960 JFK John F. Kennedy Presidential Campaign
USD 600 - 900
Brochure "Kennedy for President / Leadership for the '60's" Original unused condition. Along with 7 campaign buttons including
two of there are unused bend back type. The starting price is the price at which the piece can sell.
194: A Lot of Four Kennedy Memorabilia Pieces
USD 100 - 200
Lot contains a 1960 "Kennedy For President" poster, the November 16, 1960 Election edition of Time Magazine featuring the
recently-elected JFK on the cover, The November Newsweek edition featuring John F Kennedy, and a poster of JFK with the
words "Ask not what your county can do for you- Ask what you can do for your country." The starting price is the price at which
the piece can sell.
195: John F. Kennedy Presidential Campaign Poster
USD 150 - 250
From JFK's 1960 Presidential Campaign. A red, white, and blue poster sheet with the slogan: "Leadership for the 60s." 20-3/4" x
13-1/2". The starting price is the price at which the piece can sell.
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196: An Indian Bronze Figure of Ganesh
USD 600 - 800
16th century CE. Bronze Indian sculpture of the elephant-headed Hindu god Ganesha, known as the Remover of Obstacles;
beautifully formed head and body with plumpness of arms and legs, feet sticking out in front, encrusted patina with hints of
vermilion, Seated on a lotus throne with a stylized lotus blossom in one hand. 2-1/2"H x 1-1/2"W.
197: An Indian Bronze Diety with Dog
USD 900 - 1,200
16th century CE. Bronze Indian sculpture of a diety with a standing dog behind; beautifully formed head and body with
plumpness of arms and legs, encrusted patina. Stands upon a base with upturned edges. 2-1/2"H x 1-1/2"W.
198: An Indian Bronze Tribal Shiva
USD 300 - 500
18th to 19th century CE. Cast-bronze bronze tribal figure of Lord Shiva holding his attribute in his hand like stick. From Nasik
region in Maharashtra (prominent place of tribal’s). 2-1/2"H x 1-1/2"W.
199: An Indian Bronze Figure on a Tiger, Tribal Orissa
USD 500 - 800
18th to 19th century CE. Cast-bronze tribal figure of Kali riding upon a striding tiger with one paw extended forward. 3-1.2"H x
3"W.
200: An Indian Bronze Sadhu, Tribal Orissa
USD 300 - 500
18th to 19th century CE. Cast-bronze tribal figure of Sadhu with walking stick. In Hinduism, sādhu (skt
साधु sādhu, "good; good man, holy man") The sādhu is solely dedicated to achieving
mokṣa (liberation), the fourth and final aśrama (stage of life), through meditation and contemplation of brahman.
Sādhus often wear saffron-colored clothing, symbolizing their sanyāsa (renunciation). 2-1/2"H x 1-1/2"W.
201: An Indian Bronze Seated Brahma
USD 600 - 800
18th to 19th century CE. Cast-bronze figure of a sitting Brahma, creator of the Universe. 3"H x 1-1/2"W.
202: An Early Indian Bronze Standing Diety and Temple
USD 500 - 700
10th to 11th century CE. Cast-bronze figure of a diety standing alongside a temple; with incised Sanskrit writing. A very early
example. 2"H x 2-1/2"W.
203: An Old Nepal / Tibet Bronze Manjushri Votive Plaque
USD 300 - 500
15th to 16th century CE. Cast-bronze oval plaque representing Manjushri, God of Divine Wisdom. 2"H x 3-1/2"W.
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204: An Indian Bronze Durga Slaying Demon Mahishasura
USD 400 - 600
16th to 17th century CE. depicting the mother goddess Durga slaying the buffalo demon, with her vehicle - a roaring lion - under
her right foot, cast in Karnataka state. Durga is the most powerful female deity in the Hindu pantheon. She has a spear in one
front hand, and is grabbing the hair of Buffalo Demon Mahishasura with the other. In her rear hands Durga holds various
weapons symbolic of the attributes of all the gods given to her to slay the demon. Great bronze with wonderful casting and
detailing, beautiful patina and wear, traces of vermillion powder used during worship, strong feel of age. 4"H x 3"W.
205: An Indian Bronze Shakti Holding Knife
USD 300 - 500
18th to 19th CE. Cast bronze sculptural shakti in traditional pose. Not only is shakti responsible for creation, it is also the agent
of all change. 4"H x 2"W.
206: An Indian Bronze Shakti Holding Knife
USD 400 - 600
18th to 19th CE. Bronze figure (Durgā Mahiṣāsuramardini). Kali, eight-armed, holding weapons and head,
riding a lion astride. See very similar example currently on exhibit at The British Museum. Wonderful age-worn patina. 4"H x
3"W.
207: An Indian Ritual Brass Metal Hindu Nandi (Bull)
USD 500 - 700
18th to 19th CE. Prominent ritual icon in Hindu mythology, Nandi is also known as a gatekeeper of the temple of lord Shiva. In
Sanskrit Nandi means a road blocker, this piece is seated in position. 1"H x 1-1/2"W.
208: An Indian Bronze Votive Statue Vitthali
USD 400 - 600
18th to 19th CE. Votive sculpture of Vitthali, regarded as a form of Vishnu or Krishna. His name means “standing on a brick”, he
is in his characteristic stance with his hands on his hips and holding a conch shell in his left hand. He is also known as Vithoba
or Panduranga, and is worshipped in particular in Pandharpur, not far from Bombay. Cast in the state of Maharashtra, sharp
detailing, wonderful devotional wear, very pleasant patina. Traces of sandalwood paste used during worship. Not a very
common icon. 3-1/2"H x 2"W.
209: An Indian Brass Horse Votive
USD 400 - 600
18th to 19th CE. This is an old horse made of metal brass, was the vehicle (Vahana) of Lord Shiva and Parvati. In Maharashtra
it is known as Horse of Khandoba. This is made for the purpose of worship in house hold temples. 4"H x 3"W.
210: Another Indian Brass Horse Votive
USD 400 - 600
19th CE. Metal brass votive of a horse, used for the purpose of worship in household temples. Was the vehicle (Vahana) of Lord
Shiva and Parvati. In Maharashtra it is known as Horse of Khandoba. 4"H x 3"W.
211: A 19th Century Tibetan Silver Kepala Lid
USD 200 - 300
Tibet, 19th CE. Silver topper with intricate decorations present in high and low relief; used in tantric ritual ceremonies. 3-1/2"H x
2"W.
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212: An Indian Bronze Seated Shaman / Orissa
USD 200 - 300
18th to 19th century CE. Stylized sitting figure in bronze, one hand supporting a scepter, the other appears to be holding a knife.
1-1/2"H x 1"W.
213: A Tibetan Bronze Belt Buckle
USD 150 - 250
Tibet, 19th century CE. Intricately decorated round bronze element. 4"D.
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