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  • Rare Moche I Pottery Sculpture - Chicha Beer Makers
    Estimate
    $4,000 - $6,000
    Lot 95a

    Rare Moche I Pottery Sculpture - Chicha Beer Makers

    Est.
    $4,000 - $6,000
  • Tiahuanaco Silver Tupu Tunic Pins (pr) - 40.1 grams
    Estimate
    $1,800 - $2,500
    Lot 95b

    Tiahuanaco Silver Tupu Tunic Pins (pr) - 40.1 grams

    Est.
    $1,800 - $2,500
  • Very Rare Moche Silver & Copper Kero
    Estimate
    $3,000 - $4,500
    Lot 95c

    Very Rare Moche Silver & Copper Kero

    Est.
    $3,000 - $4,500
  • Veracruz Articulated Pottery "Sonriente" Figure
    Estimate
    $3,000 - $5,000
    Lot 96

    Veracruz Articulated Pottery "Sonriente" Figure

    Est.
    $3,000 - $5,000
  • Moche Spondylus Shell Carving - Avian Form
    Estimate
    $250 - $350
    Lot 96a

    Moche Spondylus Shell Carving - Avian Form

    Est.
    $250 - $350
  • Nazca Polychrome Vessel - Colorful Bird
    Estimate
    $1,200 - $1,500
    Lot 97

    Nazca Polychrome Vessel - Colorful Bird

    Est.
    $1,200 - $1,500
  • Matched Pair of Nazca Redware Panpipes
    Estimate
    $2,800 - $4,200
    Lot 97a

    Matched Pair of Nazca Redware Panpipes

    Est.
    $2,800 - $4,200
  • Moche Copper Ai Apec Rattle - Sparkling Patina!
    Estimate
    $2,200 - $3,300
    Lot 97b

    Moche Copper Ai Apec Rattle - Sparkling Patina!

    Est.
    $2,200 - $3,300
  • Moche Gilded Copper Headdress Ornament - Owl Face
    Estimate
    $5,100 - $7,650
    Lot 97c

    Moche Gilded Copper Headdress Ornament - Owl Face

    Est.
    $5,100 - $7,650
  • Moche Gilded Copper Sun Disc
    Estimate
    $10,000 - $15,000
    Lot 98

    Moche Gilded Copper Sun Disc

    Est.
    $10,000 - $15,000
  • Nazca Polychrome Bowl - Abstract Trophy Heads
    Estimate
    $500 - $700
    Lot 98a

    Nazca Polychrome Bowl - Abstract Trophy Heads

    Est.
    $500 - $700
  • Important Veracruz Pottery Squatting Skeletal God
    Estimate
    $7,000 - $9,000
    Lot 99

    Important Veracruz Pottery Squatting Skeletal God

    Est.
    $7,000 - $9,000
  • Large Costa Rican Guanacaste Redware Olla
    Estimate
    $900 - $1,400
    Lot 99a

    Large Costa Rican Guanacaste Redware Olla

    Est.
    $900 - $1,400
  • Translated Mayan Codex Style Cylinder
    Estimate
    $13,000 - $19,500
    Lot 99b

    Translated Mayan Codex Style Cylinder

    Est.
    $13,000 - $19,500
  • Mayan Carved Jade Pendant - Mythical Being
    Estimate
    $2,500 - $3,500
    Lot 99c

    Mayan Carved Jade Pendant - Mythical Being

    Est.
    $2,500 - $3,500
  • Veracruz Stone Hacha - Monkey Form
    Estimate
    $7,500 - $9,500
    Lot 99d

    Veracruz Stone Hacha - Monkey Form

    Est.
    $7,500 - $9,500
  • Rare Mayan Stone Owl w/ Amulet - Von Winning Papered
    Estimate
    $6,000 - $8,000
    Lot 100

    Rare Mayan Stone Owl w/ Amulet - Von Winning Papered

    Est.
    $6,000 - $8,000
  • Rare Veracruz Pabellon Pottery Vessel - Molded Deities
    Estimate
    $3,500 - $5,000
    Lot 101

    Rare Veracruz Pabellon Pottery Vessel - Molded Deities

    Est.
    $3,500 - $5,000
  • Mayan Polychrome Cylinder Vessel - Turkey Heads
    Estimate
    $2,000 - $3,000
    Lot 101a

    Mayan Polychrome Cylinder Vessel - Turkey Heads

    Est.
    $2,000 - $3,000
  • Jamacoaque Pottery Vessel - Transformational Shaman
    Estimate
    $1,200 - $1,800
    Lot 102

    Jamacoaque Pottery Vessel - Transformational Shaman

    Est.
    $1,200 - $1,800
  • Mayan Ulua Valley Polychrome Tripod Vessel
    Estimate
    $2,500 - $3,500
    Lot 102a

    Mayan Ulua Valley Polychrome Tripod Vessel

    Est.
    $2,500 - $3,500
  • Mayan Polychrome Tripod Plate - Dancing Priest
    Estimate
    $5,000 - $7,000
    Lot 102c

    Mayan Polychrome Tripod Plate - Dancing Priest

    Est.
    $5,000 - $7,000
  • Veracruz Ceramic Standing Female Shaman
    Estimate
    $6,000 - $9,000
    Lot 104

    Veracruz Ceramic Standing Female Shaman

    Est.
    $6,000 - $9,000
  • Large Moche Bi-Chrome Pottery Canchero
    Estimate
    $1,200 - $1,800
    Lot 104a

    Large Moche Bi-Chrome Pottery Canchero

    Est.
    $1,200 - $1,800
  • Mayan Polychrome Cylinder - 3 Lords in Jaguar Costumes
    Estimate
    $6,500 - $9,000
    Lot 105

    Mayan Polychrome Cylinder - 3 Lords in Jaguar Costumes

    Est.
    $6,500 - $9,000
  • Mayan Bloodletting Tool - Wood, Shell, Bone, Copper
    Estimate
    $8,500 - $12,750
    Lot 105a

    Mayan Bloodletting Tool - Wood, Shell, Bone, Copper

    Est.
    $8,500 - $12,750
  • Mayan Polychrome Tripod Plate w/ Deer Head
    Estimate
    $1,600 - $2,400
    Lot 105b

    Mayan Polychrome Tripod Plate w/ Deer Head

    Est.
    $1,600 - $2,400
  • Trio of Miniature Cocle Pottery Footed Plates, ex-Sonin
    Estimate
    $3,800 - $5,700
    Lot 105c

    Trio of Miniature Cocle Pottery Footed Plates, ex-Sonin...

    Est.
    $3,800 - $5,700
  • Marajoara Massive Terracotta Urn Fragment
    Estimate
    $4,500 - $6,750
    Lot 105d

    Marajoara Massive Terracotta Urn Fragment

    Est.
    $4,500 - $6,750
  • Rare Huari Polychrome Pan Pipes, TL Tested
    Estimate
    $800 - $1,200
    Lot 105e

    Rare Huari Polychrome Pan Pipes, TL Tested

    Est.
    $800 - $1,200
  • Panamanian Cocle Polychrome Vessel - Trophy Head
    Estimate
    $5,000 - $7,000
    Lot 106

    Panamanian Cocle Polychrome Vessel - Trophy Head

    Est.
    $5,000 - $7,000
  • Costa Rican Polychrome Figure - Seated Effigy
    Estimate
    $500 - $700
    Lot 106a

    Costa Rican Polychrome Figure - Seated Effigy

    Est.
    $500 - $700
  • Lot of 3 Sinu 14K / 16K Gold Nose Rings - 23 grams
    Estimate
    $2,000 - $3,000
    Lot 106b

    Lot of 3 Sinu 14K / 16K Gold Nose Rings - 23 grams

    Est.
    $2,000 - $3,000
  • Panamanian Cocle Matching Pair of Polychrome Vases
    Estimate
    $7,000 - $10,000
    Lot 107

    Panamanian Cocle Matching Pair of Polychrome Vases

    Est.
    $7,000 - $10,000
  • Taino Stone Zemi Figural Amulet
    Estimate
    $1,000 - $1,400
    Lot 107a

    Taino Stone Zemi Figural Amulet

    Est.
    $1,000 - $1,400
  • Large Tairona Stone Drug Spoon - Brecciated Jasper
    Estimate
    $1,200 - $1,700
    Lot 107b

    Large Tairona Stone Drug Spoon - Brecciated Jasper

    Est.
    $1,200 - $1,700
  • Incan Sodalite Figural Bead w/ Cinnabar
    Estimate
    $900 - $1,400
    Lot 107c

    Incan Sodalite Figural Bead w/ Cinnabar

    Est.
    $900 - $1,400
  • Sican Copper Hammered Mask
    Estimate
    $12,000 - $15,000
    Lot 108

    Sican Copper Hammered Mask

    Est.
    $12,000 - $15,000
  • Narino Pottery Jar w/ Negative Resist Motifs
    Estimate
    $1,200 - $1,500
    Lot 109

    Narino Pottery Jar w/ Negative Resist Motifs

    Est.
    $1,200 - $1,500
  • Sican 16K Gold / Silver Birds (pr)
    Estimate
    $8,500 - $12,750
    Lot 109a

    Sican 16K Gold / Silver Birds (pr)

    Est.
    $8,500 - $12,750
  • Chimu 14K Gold Bowl, ex-Sotheby's - XRF Tested
    Estimate
    $8,500 - $12,750
    Lot 109b

    Chimu 14K Gold Bowl, ex-Sotheby's - XRF Tested

    Est.
    $8,500 - $12,750
  • Fine Narino Pottery Anthropomorphic Figural Vessel
    Estimate
    $500 - $700
    Lot 110

    Fine Narino Pottery Anthropomorphic Figural Vessel

    Est.
    $500 - $700
  • Chavin Blackware Vessel - Transforming Jaguar Shaman
    Estimate
    $8,000 - $10,000
    Lot 110a

    Chavin Blackware Vessel - Transforming Jaguar Shaman

    Est.
    $8,000 - $10,000
  • Beautiful Michoacan Pottery Olla - Geometric Motifs
    Estimate
    $900 - $1,400
    Lot 110b

    Beautiful Michoacan Pottery Olla - Geometric Motifs

    Est.
    $900 - $1,400
  • Near-Choice Aztec Pottery Pitcher, ex-Bonhams
    Estimate
    $1,200 - $1,700
    Lot 110c

    Near-Choice Aztec Pottery Pitcher, ex-Bonhams

    Est.
    $1,200 - $1,700
  • Matched Pair Chancay Terracotta Male & Female Figures
    Estimate
    $700 - $900
    Lot 111

    Matched Pair Chancay Terracotta Male & Female Figures

    Est.
    $700 - $900
  • Tall Chancay Bi-Chrome Cuchimilco / Stargazer
    Estimate
    $1,200 - $1,800
    Lot 112

    Tall Chancay Bi-Chrome Cuchimilco / Stargazer

    Est.
    $1,200 - $1,800
  • Lot of 2 Mixtec Copper Axe Blades
    Estimate
    $600 - $900
    Lot 112a

    Lot of 2 Mixtec Copper Axe Blades

    Est.
    $600 - $900

Auction Description

Fine Antiquities/Ethnographic Art by Artemis Gallery
Featuring classical antiquities, ancient and ethnographic art from cultures encompassing the globe, plus fine art. Egyptian, Greek, Roman, Etruscan, Near Eastern, Asian, Pre-Columbian, Native American, African / Tribal, Oceanic, Spanish Colonial, Russian, Fine Art, so much more! All legally acquired, legal to sell. Satisfaction guaranteed. Convenient in-house shipping 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.