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  • 19th C. Indonesian Wood Duck Bill Weaving Shuttle
    Estimate
    $700 - $1,000
    Lot 138a

    19th C. Indonesian Wood Duck Bill Weaving Shuttle

    Est.
    $700 - $1,000
  • 20th C. Hawaiian Lauhala Fiber Hula Dance Crown
    Estimate
    $400 - $600
    Lot 139

    20th C. Hawaiian Lauhala Fiber Hula Dance Crown

    Est.
    $400 - $600
  • 19th C. Tahitian Shell Lei w/ Black Kahelelani Shells
    Estimate
    $1,500 - $2,200
    Lot 140

    19th C. Tahitian Shell Lei w/ Black Kahelelani Shells

    Est.
    $1,500 - $2,200
  • Early 20th C. PNG Maprik Woven Anthropomorphic Mask
    Estimate
    $1,500 - $2,200
    Lot 140a

    Early 20th C. PNG Maprik Woven Anthropomorphic Mask

    Est.
    $1,500 - $2,200
  • 20th C. PNG Kanganaman Woven Dance Mask / Tumbuan
    Estimate
    $1,000 - $1,500
    Lot 140b

    20th C. PNG Kanganaman Woven Dance Mask / Tumbuan

    Est.
    $1,000 - $1,500
  • Huge 20th C. PNG Tovei Village Fiber Dance Mask
    Estimate
    $1,400 - $2,000
    Lot 140c

    Huge 20th C. PNG Tovei Village Fiber Dance Mask

    Est.
    $1,400 - $2,000
  • Early 20th C. Papua New Guinea Fiber Dance Mask
    Estimate
    $1,000 - $1,500
    Lot 140d

    Early 20th C. Papua New Guinea Fiber Dance Mask

    Est.
    $1,000 - $1,500
  • 20th C. PNG Kanganaman Woven Dance Costume
    Estimate
    $1,400 - $2,000
    Lot 140e

    20th C. PNG Kanganaman Woven Dance Costume

    Est.
    $1,400 - $2,000
  • Large / Beautiful 19th C. Polynesian Woven Fiber Tray
    Estimate
    $600 - $800
    Lot 141

    Large / Beautiful 19th C. Polynesian Woven Fiber Tray

    Est.
    $600 - $800
  • Early 20th C. Asmat Skull w/ Feathers, Beads, & Shells
    Estimate
    $5,000 - $7,500
    Lot 141a

    Early 20th C. Asmat Skull w/ Feathers, Beads, & Shells

    Est.
    $5,000 - $7,500
  • Early 20th C. Ifugao Monkey Skull & Wood Figure
    Estimate
    $1,900 - $2,850
    Lot 141b

    Early 20th C. Ifugao Monkey Skull & Wood Figure

    Est.
    $1,900 - $2,850
  • 19th C. Indonesian Sumatran Pottery Bowl Star-Shaped
    Estimate
    $4,000 - $6,000
    Lot 141c

    19th C. Indonesian Sumatran Pottery Bowl Star-Shaped

    Est.
    $4,000 - $6,000
  • Australian Wood Hooked Hunting Boomerang, ca. 1930s
    Estimate
    $600 - $900
    Lot 142

    Australian Wood Hooked Hunting Boomerang, ca. 1930s

    Est.
    $600 - $900
  • Early 20th C. Australian Aboriginal Wooden Boomerang
    Estimate
    $400 - $600
    Lot 143

    Early 20th C. Australian Aboriginal Wooden Boomerang

    Est.
    $400 - $600
  • Early 20th C. Papua New Guinea Painted Fiber Yam Mask
    Estimate
    $500 - $800
    Lot 144

    Early 20th C. Papua New Guinea Painted Fiber Yam Mask

    Est.
    $500 - $800
  • 20th C. PNG Murik Lakes Wooden Standing Male Figure
    Estimate
    $1,500 - $2,000
    Lot 145

    20th C. PNG Murik Lakes Wooden Standing Male Figure

    Est.
    $1,500 - $2,000
  • Large / Gorgeous 20th C. PNG Jadeite Adze Blade
    Estimate
    $1,000 - $1,500
    Lot 146

    Large / Gorgeous 20th C. PNG Jadeite Adze Blade

    Est.
    $1,000 - $1,500
  • Early 20th C. Papua New Guinea Slit Drum (Garumut)
    Estimate
    $6,000 - $9,000
    Lot 147

    Early 20th C. Papua New Guinea Slit Drum (Garumut)

    Est.
    $6,000 - $9,000
  • 20th C. PNG Huli Marriage Wig  - Reed, Fiber & Hair
    Estimate
    $400 - $600
    Lot 148

    20th C. PNG Huli Marriage Wig - Reed, Fiber & Hair

    Est.
    $400 - $600
  • 20th C. PNG Wood Dance Helmet - Cassowary Form
    Estimate
    $400 - $600
    Lot 149

    20th C. PNG Wood Dance Helmet - Cassowary Form

    Est.
    $400 - $600
  • 20th C. PNG Amanab Pectoral - Tusk, Boar Teeth
    Estimate
    $1,400 - $2,000
    Lot 149a

    20th C. PNG Amanab Pectoral - Tusk, Boar Teeth

    Est.
    $1,400 - $2,000
  • Early 20th C. PNG Cowrie Shell & Fiber Necklace
    Estimate
    $400 - $600
    Lot 150

    Early 20th C. PNG Cowrie Shell & Fiber Necklace

    Est.
    $400 - $600
  • 20th C. PNG Abelam Karawut - Mouth Mask
    Estimate
    $800 - $1,200
    Lot 151

    20th C. PNG Abelam Karawut - Mouth Mask

    Est.
    $800 - $1,200
  • 20th C. Papua New Guinea Abelam Fiber & Tusk Headdress
    Estimate
    $800 - $1,200
    Lot 152

    20th C. Papua New Guinea Abelam Fiber & Tusk Headdress

    Est.
    $800 - $1,200
  • 20th C. South Pacific Wooden Model - Outrigger Canoe
    Estimate
    $1,200 - $1,800
    Lot 153

    20th C. South Pacific Wooden Model - Outrigger Canoe

    Est.
    $1,200 - $1,800
  • Early 20th C. Oceanic Shark Tooth Sword w/ Human Hair
    Estimate
    $1,500 - $2,250
    Lot 154

    Early 20th C. Oceanic Shark Tooth Sword w/ Human Hair

    Est.
    $1,500 - $2,250
  • 19th C. Mexican Wood Walking Cane w/ Republican Eagle
    Estimate
    $400 - $600
    Lot 154c

    19th C. Mexican Wood Walking Cane w/ Republican Eagle

    Est.
    $400 - $600
  • 20th C. Indonesian Batak Wood & Hair Mask
    Estimate
    $400 - $600
    Lot 155

    20th C. Indonesian Batak Wood & Hair Mask

    Est.
    $400 - $600
  • Tall 20th C. PNG Yuat River Fiber Figures (3)
    Estimate
    $600 - $900
    Lot 155a

    Tall 20th C. PNG Yuat River Fiber Figures (3)

    Est.
    $600 - $900
  • Huge Early 20th C. Papua New Guinea Fiber Dance Mask
    Estimate
    $1,000 - $1,500
    Lot 156

    Huge Early 20th C. Papua New Guinea Fiber Dance Mask

    Est.
    $1,000 - $1,500
  • Mid-20th C. Australian Wood Surfboard by Bill Wallace
    Estimate
    $4,000 - $6,000
    Lot 156a

    Mid-20th C. Australian Wood Surfboard by Bill Wallace

    Est.
    $4,000 - $6,000
  • 20th C. Papua Asmat Fiber Costume - Jipae Festival
    Estimate
    $1,200 - $1,800
    Lot 157

    20th C. Papua Asmat Fiber Costume - Jipae Festival

    Est.
    $1,200 - $1,800
  • 20th C. PNG Sepik River Iatmul Clay Mask- Shells, Tusks
    Estimate
    $500 - $800
    Lot 158

    20th C. PNG Sepik River Iatmul Clay Mask- Shells, Tusks...

    Est.
    $500 - $800
  • Vintage Pacific Islands Tapa Cloth - ca. 1970
    Estimate
    $400 - $600
    Lot 159

    Vintage Pacific Islands Tapa Cloth - ca. 1970

    Est.
    $400 - $600
  • Two Vintage Pacific Islands Tapa Cloths - ca. 1970
    Estimate
    $300 - $600
    Lot 160

    Two Vintage Pacific Islands Tapa Cloths - ca. 1970

    Est.
    $300 - $600
  • 17th C. Spanish Colonial Walnut Altar Tabernacle
    Estimate
    $7,000 - $10,000
    Lot 161

    17th C. Spanish Colonial Walnut Altar Tabernacle

    Est.
    $7,000 - $10,000
  • 17th C. Spanish Colonial Forged Iron Slave Collar
    Estimate
    $1,800 - $2,500
    Lot 161a

    17th C. Spanish Colonial Forged Iron Slave Collar

    Est.
    $1,800 - $2,500
  • Fine 18th C. Mexican Iron Bayonet Head
    Estimate
    $450 - $650
    Lot 162

    Fine 18th C. Mexican Iron Bayonet Head

    Est.
    $450 - $650
  • 16th C. Spanish Conquistador Steel Arm Armor (pr)
    Estimate
    $9,000 - $14,000
    Lot 162a

    16th C. Spanish Conquistador Steel Arm Armor (pr)

    Est.
    $9,000 - $14,000
  • Early 18th C. Spanish Colonial Iron Sidearm Dagger
    Estimate
    $700 - $1,000
    Lot 163

    Early 18th C. Spanish Colonial Iron Sidearm Dagger

    Est.
    $700 - $1,000
  • 19th C. Mexican Iron Spurs - Rooster Heads
    Estimate
    $450 - $650
    Lot 163a

    19th C. Mexican Iron Spurs - Rooster Heads

    Est.
    $450 - $650
  • 19th C. Mexican Epaulettes & Regimental Discs
    Estimate
    $900 - $1,300
    Lot 163b

    19th C. Mexican Epaulettes & Regimental Discs

    Est.
    $900 - $1,300
  • 19 C. Bolivian Spanish Colonial Era Brass Cup
    Estimate
    $400 - $600
    Lot 164

    19 C. Bolivian Spanish Colonial Era Brass Cup

    Est.
    $400 - $600
  • Framed 19th C. Painting of Santiago the Moor Slayer
    Estimate
    $1,000 - $2,000
    Lot 164a

    Framed 19th C. Painting of Santiago the Moor Slayer

    Est.
    $1,000 - $2,000
  • Rare Early 20th C. Mexican Wood & Horn Mezcal Pitcher
    Estimate
    $1,600 - $2,400
    Lot 164b

    Rare Early 20th C. Mexican Wood & Horn Mezcal Pitcher

    Est.
    $1,600 - $2,400
  • 19th C. Mexican Wooden Walking Stick w/ Animals
    Estimate
    $700 - $1,000
    Lot 165

    19th C. Mexican Wooden Walking Stick w/ Animals

    Est.
    $700 - $1,000
  • 19th C. Mexican Leather Belt w/ Embroidery, Viva Mexico
    Estimate
    $500 - $800
    Lot 165a

    19th C. Mexican Leather Belt w/ Embroidery, Viva Mexico...

    Est.
    $500 - $800
  • Framed Photos of Mexican Revolutionaries, ca. 1910
    Estimate
    $800 - $1,200
    Lot 165b

    Framed Photos of Mexican Revolutionaries, ca. 1910

    Est.
    $800 - $1,200

Auction Description

Ethnographic | Tribal | American Frontier by Artemis Gallery
Featuring Pre-Columbian, Tribal / Oceanic, Spanish Colonial, historical examples from the Spanish, Mexican, and American frontiers, fossils, and more. All items offered for sale have been legally acquired, are legal to sell and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back. We ship worldwide to most countries, offering in-house shipping for your convenience. Read more
Artemis Gallery
Louisville, CO 80027
United States

info@artemisgallery.com

Phone:+17208907700

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Please read the following "Terms of Sale" carefully. These terms are applicable to all bidders, collectors and dealers alike. Your submission of bids in this auction constitutes your acceptance of these "Terms of Sale." 1. All items in this auction have been legally acquired, are legal to sell, and guaranteed to be as described or your money back. 2. This is an auction sale, not an approval sale. By bidding in this auction, the bidder personally guarantees payment. The auctioneer has final discretion in all matters. In case of dispute, the lot(s) in question may be resold. Lots will be sold in their numerical sequence unless the auctioneer directs otherwise. 3. HIGH and LOW ESTIMATES are provided for each lot for reference only. 4. No lots will be released / shipped until payment has been made in full. Payment (in U.S. funds) may be made via personal check or money order, via credit card (MasterCard, Visa, Discover), PayPal or Bank Wire Transfer. For PayPal payments please use "artemisgallery@gmail.com" email address for processing payments. 5. BUYER'S PREMIUM: A 24.5% Buyer's Premium will be added to the final price of each lot purchased through Artemis Gallery and will be paid by all bidders without exception. 6. CO SALES TAX: Appropriate Colorado Sales Tax will be added to all invoices, unless a valid CO seller's permit is on file with Artemis Gallery/Artemis Gallery Live prior to any bidding in the auction. Items shipped outside of CO (United States or international) are also sales tax exempt. 7. RETURN POLICY: In the event of an authenticity dispute, written notification of the dispute must be provided to Artemis Gallery within two business days from receipt of the item as shown by FedEx, UPS, or USPS tracking data. After Artemis Gallery is notified of the dispute, a written letter from a recognized expert in the field pertaining to the item in dispute must then be presented. If Artemis Gallery concludes that the assessment of the piece is accurate, a full refund, including item price, buyer's premium (if applicable), and shipping costs will be provided. Artemis Gallery will either provide a pre-paid return shipping label or will reimburse the return shipping charge. Artemis Gallery will only remit refund after the item has been returned. In the event of an error in item description, condition report, provenance, or dimensions, written notification of the error must be given within two business days from receipt of the item as shown by FedEx, UPS, or USPS tracking data. A full refund, including item price, buyer's premium (if applicable), and shipping costs will be provided. Artemis Gallery will either provide a pre-paid return shipping label or will reimburse the return shipping charge. Artemis Gallery will only remit refund after the item has been returned. If a return is requested for any reason other than the above, written notification with reason for return must be given within 15 days from receipt of the item as shown by FedEx, UPS, or USPS tracking data for Artemis Gallery to issue a refund to the original payment method. If notification is given after 15 days, the item may be returned for credit toward a future purchase or may be consigned for sale through Artemis Gallery. The item must be returned to Artemis Gallery at the buyer's expense and a refund or credit of the item price and buyer's premium (if applicable) will be provided after the item is returned. Original shipping charges will not be refunded. All items to be returned must be adequately insured and must be received by Artemis Gallery in the same condition as when shipped. In no event may any item be returned after 90 days from the date of delivery. 8. BIDDING will be conducted ONLINE via the LiveAuctioneers timed system. Bidders may place their bids LIVE or leave ABSENTEE BIDS via the Live Auctioneers auction catalog. Phone bidding is not available. 9. SHIPPING: As a convenience to our buyers, shipping is handled in-house. All buyers will receive an invoice detailing their purchases, sales tax (if applicable), buyer's premium, and shipping/insurance charges. Items will be shipped only upon receipt of payment in full and will be insured for their full value. **For shipments outside of the USA, customs and duties may apply upon entry into said country; this fee, if any, is the buyer's responsibility. Also, please be aware that Artemis Gallery will NOT falsify customs value on any international shipments - what you pay is what we declare, no exceptions. There are a small number of international countries we cannot ship to. If you have questions about this, please inquire BEFORE bidding** 9a. REQUEST TO DELAY SHIPPING FOR LOTS WON: We are happy to delay shipping on all paid lots for up to 30 days with no storage fees. After 30 days, storage fees will accrue based on a 2% of invoice total. 10. ESTIMATES for each lot are given only as a guide to help gauge bidding. Lots may sell for a price greater than or less than these estimates. 11. ALL BIDDERS must register to bid. 12. In the event a successful bidder fails to make payment when due, Artemis Gallery reserves the right to re-sell the merchandise and bidder agrees to pay for the reasonable cost of such a sale and to pay any difference between the resale price and the previously successful bid, together with any incidental costs of sale and disbursements. 13. If the auction invoice is not paid for in full when due per invoice terms, including any applicable credit card processing fees, the unpaid balance will bear interest at the highest rate permitted by law until paid in full. If the matter is referred to an attorney for collection, bidder agrees to pay all reasonable attorney fees, court costs and other collection cost incurred by Artemis Gallery to collect past due invoices and that the services of process by certified or registered mail, return receipt requested, shall be sufficient to confer "in personam" jurisdiction over bidder. 14. Buyer agrees that any claim of controversy arising out of, or relating to the formation, interpretation of performance of these terms and underlying transactions or the breach thereof, is subject to arbitration or judicial proceedings and shall take place within the County of Boulder, CO subject to the laws of the State of Colorado. 15. QUESTIONS? Feel free to email us at info@artemisgallery.com with questions prior to bidding or feel free to call us at 720-890-7700. Please be sure to ask all questions at least 30 minutes prior to auction start time, as we will not be able to take calls or answer emails sent to us during the auction.