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Los 285
A set of four 20th century Chinese handing scrolls, the elements, each decorated in Tang Dynasty style with dancers and musicians. 110cm x 32cm The set of four scrolls are in good condition, however all four have horizontal creases, best viewed on the additional photographs taken in natural light
Los 293
Art Deco bronzed lady figure table lamp, young woman at full stretch on her toes, mounted to an onyx base (glass shade missing, requires rewiring) The lady figure is in very good condition. No signs of damage or repairs, some light tarnish marks to skirt. Some very minor nibbles to rim of the onyx base
Los 352
Fender Stratocaster three colour sunburst, black pickguard. Serial number S950394. Fullerton plant CBC Era 1978-81 with case body of the guitar is in very good condition with no damages or chips to the paintwork. Some varnish losses to the fingerboard. Light scratches to top of pick guard. Some light rusting to base of strings and pegs
Los 239
Antique folk art walking stick with all over carving boxing interest belonged to Frank Moody (27 August 1900 – 29 July 1963) was a Welsh boxer who fought between 1914 and 1936. He is most notable for winning the British and Empire middleweight boxing championship in 1927 and 1928 and the light-heavyweight title from 1927 to 1929. Total fights:203 Born:27 August 1900; Taibach, Wales
Los 100
Large, vintage- with working shutter and 4 replaceable film backs.Mamiya medium and large format press cameras could be found snapping high-quality photos of celebrities, powerful moments in sports, fashion icons, and the exotic realms of world conflict and travel. Built to exacting standards, such press cameras were well equipped to handle taking archival-quality images on the go. This Mamiya 23 comes with a 3.5 F90mm Sekor lens, and 4 hard film backs with integral winders- 3 in the 6x7 620 format, and 1 black model in the 120 format. Also equipped with a built in rangefinder, removable 150/90 sports finder, and the original release handle. Capable of becoming an excellent work-a-day shooter, this vintage piece of engineering and art history cuts a beautiful figure on any shelf. Shutter speeds, advanced functions, and light tightness remain untested. Issued: 1960 Dimensions: 10"L x 7"D x 10"H, open Manufacturer: Mamiya Country of Origin: Japan Condition: Age and use related wear, as-is
Los 108
Original parts, seal-grain leather case. 12 metal plate holders.An Adlake 'Special' camera, manufactured by The Adams and Westlake Company of Chicago, Illinois from 1897 to approximately 1920. Manufacturer's stamp ADLAKE THE A & W CO. CHICAGO. Advertised as the easiest to use, producing the best photographs and never out of order. The camera took 12 exposures on 4x5 inch plates with a single daylight loading. The 12 single metal plate holders were light tight and dust proof. It was fitted with an extra rapid achromatic lens, specially ground and the Adlake shutter with three diaphragm stops. Covered in Seal Grain leather. Adams & Westlake Co. of Chicago, Illinois USA, was at one time America's most successful railroad lantern makers. It produced oil lamps, acetylene lamps, bicycles and cameras, and is still manufactures railroad equipment. Issued: c. 1897 Dimensions: 8.75"L x 5.5"H Manufacturer: Adams & Westlake Co. Country of Origin: United States Condition: Untested. Age related wear.
Los 125
Nikkor-H 2 F50mm auto lens, early electric meter, half case.Arguably one of the most iconic and revolutionary camera of its day, the Nikon F single-handedly catapulted Nikon from an excellent maker of Japanese cameras to a world leader in professional photographic technology. The F series introduced features and was built to a standard that would make it appear in the most rugged of conditions- from the battlefields of Viet Nam, to the earth's Moon. First released in 1959, the F series standardized Nikon's F-mount lens system (still used today), a solid body and a broad range of features that would eventually become the standard by which all other professional SLRs were measured. Equipped with the then-revolutionary Photomic light meter, the camera would operate nearly automatically. Nikon created a system of attachments and modules that would make the F-series capable of shooting a wide range of films, motorized shutters, and advanced metering- specially modified versions of the F series even wound up on missions to the moon; and its titanium shutter, unlike the rubberized cloth shutters of the era, was rated for tens of thousands of cycles and couldn't be pin-holed by the sun. Favored by war journalists, sports photographers, and discerning artists, few cameras would even rival the reliability and perfection of Nikon's featured star. This example of the F-series is equipped with a Nikkor-H 2.0 F50mm lens with Nikon cap, a half leather case, and the original Photomic T meter coupling. While all camera sold by Whitley's are sold in as-is and un-serviced condition unless otherwise noted, this example shows good overall cosmetic condition; the film lever advances works, and cocks the shutter, which fires when tripped. Aperture stop-down button works, and the aperture appears free of oil. No CLA, untested. Issued: 1959-1974 Dimensions: 6"L x 4"D x 4.5"H Edition Number: 6480196 Manufacturer: Nippon Kogaku K. K. (Nikon) Country of Origin: Japan Condition: Age and use related wear, as-is
Los 126
Legendary Olympic camera in shooting-shape, 1.8 F50mm attached.The Canon AE-1 was one of Canon's most popular cameras- ever. Solidifying the FD lens mount system and dominating the world of sports and journalism photographics for most of the 1970's and 80's, the AE-1 is prized by modern day photographers as one of the most capable and accessory laden lines of cameras available to the collector and shooter. This example has not received a recent CLA for shooting speed tuning or light seal checks, but its near-immaculate internal and external condition and fungus-free prime 1.8 F50mm Canon lens are in good mechanical shape overall- all functions have been tested, and a battery test shows shutter firing across all speed ranges, timer and meter operational, etc. The original flash cord and hot shoe caps are attached, and a 4.0 F200mm Telephoto lens, strap, and Canon lens guide advertising booklet is included in the bag. Issued: 1976 Dimensions: 14"L x 7"D x 7"H, in case Manufacturer: Canon Country of Origin: Japan Condition: Some use related wear
Los 128
Working condition with clean 1.8 F50mm Meyer Gorlitz lens.Solid German SLR camera with working shutter, timer, dual shutter release system, and clean F50mm lens. Shutter speed range 1 second to 1/1000th- all major functions operate as expected, however CLA likely required on light seals and shutter speeds. Issued: 1969 Dimensions: 6.5"L x 5"D x 5.5"H, in case Manufacturer: Pentacon Country of Origin: Germany Condition: Some use related wear
Los 132
Both camera lens type are 35mm SLR.Both camera's have a built in electric light meters. Canon FX shutter is horizontally-traveling focal plane shutter supporting speeds between 1/1000 and 1 second in full stop increments, selected by a dial on the top plate on the photographer's right. FL lens mount on FX. Canon TX shutter speed of 1/500 and features a FD lens mount. Issued: Mid 20th c. Dimensions: 4"H x 5.75"L x 3.75"W Manufacturer: Canon Country of Origin: Japan Condition: Age and use related wear, as-is
Los 143
Chrome with black leatherette exterior. ManyBuilt in meter that responds to light. Zenon lens. Working meter. Hard leather, velvet lined case with chrome and metal lock mechanism and leather strap. Electric flash unit in plastic case, and original manufacturer instructions. Separate leather and velvet compartment divider. Made in Germany for Kodak. Issued: c. 1955 Dimensions: 6.75"L x 6.75"H x 4.5"W, in case Manufacturer: Eastman Kodak Co. Country of Origin: Various Condition: Name R POWELL written on inside case cover. Age and use related wear, as- is
Los 151
German cameras from 40's-50's- chrome and leather, 2 in box.Includes a Bessa I model folding 120 roll film camera in silvered box; anniversary edition Vito Automatic in leather case and original box with factory certificate; a Vito 2 view folding pocket view camera; and a Vitessa, the unique looking Vitessa (in leather case) with an automatic pop-out lens and rapid fire plunger advance and built in light meter with retro turn-dial exposure scales. Issued: 1940-1950 Dimensions: 7"L x 4"D x 2"H, largest Manufacturer: Voightlander Country of Origin: Germany Condition: Age and use related wear, as-is
Los 197
Black with chrome switches and metal and plastic dials, previously functioning light displays.An integrated metal and plastic aviation control panel originally installed in a large aircraft, with controls for an Auxiliary Power Unit (APU) and a Hydraulic Systems Unit. Both panels are designed with a profusion of moving dials and switches, and various removable boards. The APU provides energy for aircraft functions not related to propulsion. The Hydraulic System uses fluid under pressure to drive the aircraft's machinery and move its mechanical components, from wheel brakes and nose wheel steering to landing gear retractors and cargo doors. Issued: c. 1980 Dimensions: 18.75"L x 6.75"W Country of Origin: United States Condition: Age related wear
Los 221
Large wall clock, two light sockets within, Fram Oil filters ad glass.�Lighting sockets tested, working. Motor and time mechanics untested. Issued: 1950s Dimensions: 16"D X 1.75"H Manufacturer: Advertising Products, Inc. Country of Origin: United States Condition: Untested. Wear consistent with age, use.
Los 222
Two internal light fixtures, advertising for iconic drugstore. Double glass.Lighting sockets tested, working. Motor and time mechanics untested. Issued: 1950s Dimensions: 16"D x 1.75"H Manufacturer: Advertising Products, Inc. Country of Origin: United States Condition: Untested. Wear consistent with age, use
Los 223
Rare double glass ad-clock for iconic American�Pepsi Cola. Two internal light fixtures.Pepsi cola company, one of America's�most enduring and iconic brands, is celebrated in this kitschy, vintage clock. The double-bubble clock, by AP Inc, itself an iconic 50's staple of diners, gas stations, and highway style, has two internal light sockets to illuminate the frosted, painted two-layer of glass and the classic "Say Pepsi, please" ad campaign of the mid-century. Lighting sockets tested, working. Motor and time mechanics untested. Issued: 1950s Dimensions: 16"D x 1.75"H Manufacturer: Advertising Products, Inc. Country of Origin: United States Condition: Untested. Wear consistent with age, use. Lights working
Los 234
1959 Deluxe Presentation model, gold plated 'Red Bug' with case.Serial number 206264, this New York made mid-century telegraph key is a rare Presentation model with gold-plated brass base plate, chromed hardware, and Red Bug logo and fittings. A clever, revolutionary design, the Vibroplex�uses a weighted damper to produce automatic dits in between manual dashes, greatly speeding telegraphy. A favorite of ham, Morse, and vintage radio enthusiasts of all types, Vibroplex�is still in business today. This working model is in good repair, missing none of its functional hardware, and comes with original hard box lined in green velvet. Base plate engraved Ervine Cohen. Artist: Vibroplex Issued: 1959 Dimensions: 9"L X 4.25"W, in case Edition Number: 206264 Country of Origin: United States Condition: Age and use related patina and light wear. Box missing one hinge barrel
Los 3
Rich wood and leather camera; film holders, case, box of filters.The Conley Model 15 is a well-made mahogany and leather, traditional field and hand camera fitted with substantial features for the day- vertical and horizontal shift, a long focus with locking bellows, a capable shutter with 8 speeds, wood and chrome viewfinder with folding cover and a fully revolving rear end, allowing landscape or portrait format shots without having to reposition the camera. Included in the original leather case is two wood and metal sheet film holders, one sheetpack adapter, and quite uncommonly, an entire case of original specialized lens filters for a variety of unique lens effects. While all the cameras sold by Whitley's Auctioneers are general sold as-is and untested unless otherwise noted, this Conley is in particularly good condition- bellows appear strong and supple; all shutter speed settings fire when cocked, and aperture ring moves smoothly. Pop-out focus rack works correctly, all latches close tight, and even the mirrored view finder is still usable. Overall, a very functional camera, although all speeds, light seals, and advanced functions will likely require some level of tuning. Issued: 1909 Dimensions: 12.5"L x 4.25"D x 7"H Manufacturer: Conley Country of Origin: United States Condition: Age and use related wear, as-is
Los 43
Black leatherette exterior with chrome and other pieces.Grouped for decorative appeal, four Kodak Model 1A Autographic Junior cameras, two with the name AUTOGRAPHIC on front plate, two without (the older models, released c. 1914, did not carry the distinctive word); all with mechanically functioning shutters and fully operable bellows, two with hand cables. Speeds and advanced functions/light tightness remain untested. Issued: c. 1920 Dimensions: 3.75"L x 8.5"H x 6.75"W, open Manufacturer: Eastman Kodak Co. Country of Origin: United States Condition: Age and use related wear, as-is
Los 58
Black leatherette and metal with chrome extension arms.Exemplary Art Deco camera in good mechanical condition with operable viewfinder and bellows; shutter cocks and fires at all of settings, including T and B. Camera includes Zeiss made remote locking cable, and includes stylus. Some age related wear to leatherette. Shutter speeds, advanced features, and light tightness remain untested. Issued: c. 1920 Dimensions: 3.75"L x 8"H x 6"W, open Manufacturer: Eastman Kodak Co. Country of Origin: United States Condition: Age and use related wear, as-is
Los 60
Legendary camera with 35, 50, 135mm lens, accessory viewfinders.Introduced in 1955 and in direct competition to the successful rangefinder cameras of Leica and Canon, the Nikon S2 is considered by many to be the first truly fantastic Nikon camera. Rugged, capable, and beautifully formed, the S2 featured a broad range of slow and fast shutter speeds, a bigger brighter viewfinder/rangefinder than its competitors, built-in helical focusing system and a very precise flash synchronization. The success of the S2 would lead to many successors- and within the next 15 years, Nikon would be producing cameras that were on their way to the Moon and considered to be the de facto professional brand for�photo journalists. This S2 (Nikon serial 6176716) is a feast for the eyes to collectors and admirers alike- equipped with a chrome Nikkor-H.C 2.0 50mm Lens with Waltz UV filter and detachable Nikon metal hood, and decked in its original leather full-case. Lot also includes an original W-Nikkor 3.5 F35mm Wide lens (no. 440727) and a Nikkor Q.C 3.5 F135mm Tele lens with detachable hood. Both lenses have their original front and rear caps from Nikon, both come in original leather lens cases with straps, and�both also come with their counterpart Nikon accessory viewfinders in leather cases- the 135mm finder is adjustable for focus range correction. Such complete system collections are a rare find today. The following is observed- the lenses are without obvious signs of cracking or coating loss. Focus and aperture diaphragms move smoothly and feel acceptably lubricated given their age and state. The camera's advance lever winds, and the shutter fires- function of all speeds and accuracy unaccounted, no CLA. Internal focus helical is smooth and tight. Inner film gate and shutter cloth appear to be in near-new cosmetic condition with no obvious sign of pin-holing or kinks. Brightline viewfinder is clear and bright. Light tightness and advanced lens optics diagnosis remains untested.� Issued: 1955-1957 Dimensions: 10"L x 5"D x 8"H Edition Number: 6176716 Edition Size: 56000 Manufacturer: Nippon Kogaku K. K. (Nikon) Country of Origin: Japan Condition: Age and use related wear, as-is
Los 63
Sumitar 50, Elmar 90, caps, and leather half case included.When Ernst Leitz took a chance on his designers radical concept- a compact, high precision camera, shooting 35mm film horizontally- unlike the movie cameras it was borrowed from- little did he know that the Leica Leitz-Camera would set the standard for the next 100 years of personal photography. Not only did the Leica camera establish a format that persists even in today's digital world, but also a reputation for absolute quality- many of photography's preeminent heavy-weights have sworn by Leica; and many of the most cherished images from the last 100 years of photographic history were captured by the slim, rugged perfection of Leica cameras and lenses. For auction is this difficult to find 1950�Leica IIIC camera (No. 501176) - featuring adjustable diopter, built in rangefinder, a snowy satin chrome finish, and original folding Summitar 2 F50mm lens. The IIIC series introduced most of the features that would define Leicas for the next 50 years- a broad range of shutter speeds, removable lenses using the M39 screw format, and meticulous attention to detail. This camera comes with a Leica-branded lens cap, its bottom half leather case, a handsomely made�Leitz Elmar telephoto 4 F90mm lens with rear cap, and an original German Leica IIIc Manual. Both included lenses appear to have light to moderate internal dust and possible scuffing; Sumitar may have light fogging.This IIIc was factory modified at some point to include Flash synchro features found in the IIIf/g, a common practice at the time. While all cameras sold through Whitley's are offered in as-is and un-serviced condition unless otherwise noted, this Leica IIIc's winding knob and shutter release operate as expected, and the curtain appears to be in good cosmetic condition with no obvious signs of kinking or mechanical damage. All shutter speeds index, but remain un-verified. Issued: 1950 Dimensions: 5.5"L x 1"D x 2.75"H Edition Number: 501176 Edition Size: 25000 Manufacturer: Leitz Country of Origin: Germany Condition: Age and use related wear, as-is
Los 68
Leica metal film rolls, adjustable view and rangefinders, more.Up for auction is this lot of broadly assorted Leica accessories, which includes an English Leica IIIg quick-start and full instruction booklet, a German IIIf flash synchronization guide; two Ilford-made film tins containing all-steel Leica film reels for shooting with Leica cameras; a Kinox-branded accessory selenium light meter in leather case; two Leica branded lens contrast filters- a deep orange in plastic Leica case and a medium yellow bezel-mounted in original Leica box; 5cm duplex lens adapter ring; and Leitz-Leica brand flash cable. Also includes two Leitz-brand cable releases with Leica-style shutter release threads (not pictured). Of particular interest are the two black enamel accessory rangefinders, one in leather case; and two Leitz-brand accessory viewfinders, which allowed Leica (and other) brand rangefinder users to change the setting and provide a 35mm-135mm adjustable image for framing their pictures when using different sizes of lenses besides the standard 50mm. Entirely metallic, of fine German make, and even featuring an elevation adjustment to account for the change in perspective when focusing on near and far subjects. Issued: Various Dimensions: 5.75"L x 5"D, longest Manufacturer: Leitz, Ilford, Kinox Country of Origin: Germany Condition: Age and use related wear, as-is
Los 72
Four retro art deco styled American 35mm cameras in black, cream.Group of 4 vintage C3 Argus cameras including two black standard C3 cameras and 2 two-tone tan and black leatheretted Matchmatics with attached selenium accessory light meters. Two come with leather cases. Issued: Mid 20th c. Dimensions: 4.25"D x 6"L x 3.5"H, largest Manufacturer: Argus Camera Co. Country of Origin: United States Condition: Age and use related wear, as-is
Los 92
Ultra compact, with a unique square shape. Used subminiature reel film.Iconic mid 20th century camera, popular with all strata of culture, from law enforcement to the readers of the sporting magazines in which they were widely advertised. Light green metal, original box. Issued: c. 1950 Dimensions: 2.75"L x 2"H x .75"W Manufacturer: Wm. R. Whittaker Co., Ltd. Country of Origin: United States Condition: Age and use related wear, as-is
Los 100
Pre-Columbian, Honduras, Ulua Valley, Maya, Late Classic Period, ca. 550 to 850 CE. A wonderful hand-built blackware pottery vessel with a cylindrical body, a thick rim with a slight lip, and a deep interior cavity, all atop a trio of hollow spherical rattle feet. The upper body is ringed with a register of incised abstract pseudo-glyphs with linear and circular motifs. The lower body is adorned with two enormous panels featuring an elaborately-carved abstract depiction of the bird-demon Vucub Caquix (literally "Seven Macaw") after being defeated by the hero twins Hunahpu and Xbalanque. The bird features an open mouth with spiraling teeth, spiraling eyes, and an intricate animal-headed headdress with further linear panels decorated with stippling. The spirals on the eyes and mouth represent the corn kernels used by healers employed by the hero twins when "helping" Vucub Caquix after his defeat. Thick traces of red cinnabar accentuate all incised areas. Size: 4.75" W x 6.625" H (12.1 cm x 16.8 cm). Provenance: private California, USA collection; ex-Arte Primitivo Gallery, New York, New York, USA; ex-private California, USA collection, acquired via descent from Stanley Boggs in the 1950s; ex-Stanley Boggs collection, acquired from Armando A. Lara, U.S. serviceman around 1944 to 1950s Condition: Repaired from approximately six original pieces with restoration over the break lines. Minor nicks and abrasions to rim, body, and feet, with fading to some areas of red cinnabar, and light softening to some incised details. Light earthen deposits throughout. All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids. We ship worldwide and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience. #145748
Los 104
Pre-Columbian, Maya Territories, Late Classic, ca. 6th to 9th century CE. One of my favorites! Beautifully preserved, this is a large molded and carved pottery cylinder from the Maya world with intricate iconography, a flat base, and a slightly flared mouth. Overall the cylinder has a rich brown/orange color, with a white powdery pigment in the lower profile areas that makes the carved surface pop out for the viewer. Just below the rim and above the base are relief glyphs of the seed of the cacao plant. In center is a repeated carved image of the plumed serpent, the god Kukulkan, the "Plumed Serpent" or "Feathered Serpent", the snake deity who has many parallels in other Mesoamerican cultures. The cult of Kukulkan was centered on the city of Chichen Itza. The name of Kukulkan also came to be the name of a ruler or priest who lived at that city around the 10th century CE. Size: 5.8" W x 7.4" H (14.7 cm x 18.8 cm)These glyphs would have had significant meaning to their Maya viewers. When roasted and ground, cacao beans were mixed into frothy drinks with vanilla, water, chilies, and other seasonings that all Maya people, both elite and common, enjoyed. Residue analysis of vessels like this one has revealed that they were used for consuming the hot chocolate-like drink. Provenance: private California, USA collection Condition: Intact! With incredible preservation of motifs and light deposits on surface. All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids. We ship worldwide and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience. #145828
Los 105a
Pre-Columbian, Mexico, Guerrero region, Mezcala culture, ca. 500 to 100 BCE. An intriguing example of an anthropomorphic axe god figure, hand-carved from mottled sage-green stone with attractive beige and dark-green inclusions. The figure stands atop fused legs which taper to an acute edge - hence the name "axe god" - and holds wide arms tightly against the cylindrical chest. A grooved neckline is surmounted by an enlarged spherical head, the visage of which boasts recessed ovoid eyes, a broad triangular nose above string-cut lips, and wide cheeks. Size: 2.3" W x 8.375" H (5.8 cm x 21.3 cm); 8.9" H (22.6 cm) on included custom stand. Provenance: private Los Angeles County, California, USA collection Condition: Old losses to areas of feet as well as top and back of head. Minor abrasions and nicks to limbs, body, and head, with softening to some finer details. Light earthen deposits throughout. Old inventory label on one leg. All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids. We ship worldwide and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience. #135860
Los 106c
Pre-Columbian, Southern Mexico to Guatemala, Maya, Late Classic Period, ca. 550 to 900 CE. A hand-built and highly-burnished pottery cylinder with a round but stable base, tall walls, a thin rim, and a deep basin. The exterior is decorated with finely-incised striations which form two panels filled with an abstract mythological creature as well as one panel depicting a highly-stylized, right-facing anthropomorphic figure, perhaps representing one of the Hero Twins Hunahpu or Xbalanque. The interior and exterior of the vessel are adorned with espresso-brown pigment which borders on black given its darkness. Size: 5.1" W x 4.8" H (13 cm x 12.2 cm). Provenance: private East Coast, USA collection; ex-private Mazard Family collection, Paris, France, acquired in the 1960s to 1970s Condition: Stabilization to one fissure stemming from rim. Minor nicks and abrasions to rim, walls, and base, with fading to original pigmentation, and light softening to some incised details. Nice earthen deposits and root marks throughout. All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids. We ship worldwide and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience. #146186
Los 111a
Pre-Columbian, North Coast Peru, Chavin, ca. 1200 to 500 BCE. An attractive mortar and pestle of a substantial size, hand-carved from mottled dark-green stone with beige and black inclusions. The mortar bowl is defined by a flat base, lightly-flared walls with a thick rim, and a deep basin, and the pestle pounder has an elongated conical form with a smooth handle and pounding face. Large mortars like this example were used for grinding copious amounts of hallucinogenic substances in preparation for consumption; however, they were also used for more utilitarian tasks as well like pulverizing foodstuffs or grinding medicinal ingredients. Size (mortar): 7.4" W x 4.875" H (18.8 cm x 12.4 cm); size (pestle): 4.7" L (11.9 cm).The Chavin lived in the northern Highland Andes, and their capital, Chavin de Huantar, is an UNESCO World Heritage Site. In the center of Chavin de Huantar is a massive, flat-topped pyramid, surrounded by lower platforms. Between 1200 and 500 BCE the pyramid space was used for religious ceremonies. The Old Temple, constructed very early in the history of the site, consists of a series of passageways built around a circular courtyard; within were carved stone monuments showing jaguars, serpents, and other figures with transformative and/or anthropomorphic figures. Provenance: private Hawaii, USA collection; ex-private Hans Juergen Westermann collection, Germany Condition: Professional repair to two large sections of mortar rim with light resurfacing and very light adhesive residue along the near-invisible break lines. Minor nicks and abrasions to pestle as well as mortar rim, walls, and base, with light encrustations within some pitting holes. Light earthen deposits throughout. Old inventory label beneath base of mortar. All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids. We ship worldwide and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience. #146288
Los 111f
Pre-Columbian, North Coast Peru, Chavin culture, ca. 1000 to 200 BCE. A hand-built and highly-burnished brownware pottery vessel of a lovely form with a lightly-rounded but stable base, a spherical body with a smooth shoulder, a stirrup-shaped handle with protruding upper corners, and a corseted neck with an everted rim. The body of the vessel boasts a pair of incised abstract anthropomorphic faces on either side, each exhibiting rectangular eyes, a curled nose and ear, and a gaping mouth with a protruding tongue. The heads are separated by tall triangular peaks which widen towards the base and form a horizontal ground atop which the heads are presented. Size: 5.25" W x 8.4" H (13.3 cm x 21.3 cm). Provenance: ex-Martha Lyman estate collection, Dayton, Tennessee, USA Condition: Minor abrasions to body, handle, and spout, with light softening to some incised details, and areas of fire-darkening and fading to original pigmentation, otherwise intact and very good. Light earthen deposits throughout. All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids. We ship worldwide and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience. #146770
Los 112a
Pre-Columbian, north coast of Peru, Lemon Carro, Chavin culture, ca. 900 to 200 BCE. Wow! An absolutely stunning pale red stone cup, cylindrical in form, with its entire exterior - the sides and bottom of the vessel - carved with a multitude of relief figures representing gods and important religious contexts. Multiple serpents, jaguars, birds, and a central figure that appears to combine human and avian features encircle the body. The lower profile areas are colored bright red with a rich layer of cinnabar pigment. The detail and preservation is truly incredible! Comes in custom display case with mirror on base so you can see the underside! Size of cup: 2.4" W x 3.75" H (6.1 cm x 9.5 cm); size of case: Size: 6" L x 6" W x 11.15" H (15.2 cm x 15.2 cm x 28.3 cm)The Chavin people lived in the northern Highland Andes, and their capital, Chavin de Huantar, is an UNESCO World Heritage Site. The artwork of Chavin represents the first widespread style in the Andes. The center of Chavin de Huantar is a massive, flat-topped pyramid, surrounded by lower platforms. Between 1200 and 500 BCE the pyramid space was used for religious ceremonies. The Old Temple, constructed very early in the history of the site, consists of a series of passageways built around a circular courtyard; within were carved stone monuments showing jaguars, serpents, and other figures with transformative and/or anthropomorphic features. At the very center is a towering stone stela depicting an anthropomorphic figure with a jaguar head and a human body, believed to be Lanzon, the chief deity of Chavin. Researchers believe that worshippers ingested hallucinogenic drugs, in part using vessels like this one, and then were led in the dark through the labyrinthine passageways before entering the central courtyard and coming abruptly face-to-face with the snarling features of the god.For comparison, see Christie's Sale #1775, lot 71, November 21, 2006, which sold for $192,000. Provenance: private Hawaii, USA collection; ex-H. J. Westermann collection, Germany, collected 1950-60s Condition: Excellent condition with wonderfully preserved motifs and remaining cinnabar pigment. Light deposits on surface. All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids. We ship worldwide and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience. #146667
Los 112c
Pre-Columbian, North Coast Peru, Chavin, ca. 900 to 500 BCE. A stunning bowl of a shallow form, hand-carved from dense stone of a dark-brown hue. The vessel is defined by a round but stable base, a thick rim, and a wide basin with a smooth, incredibly smooth surface. The base of the bowl displays meticulously-carved linear, curvilinear, and spiraled bands with a straight line down the middle, a curved line with spiraling terminals to either side, and a pair of lemniscate (infinity symbol) forms on either side which form the rough shape of a heart. Traces of decorative red cinnabar are visible across most of the incised decorations on the bottom. Size: 12.125" W x 2.5" H (30.8 cm x 6.4 cm). Provenance: private southwestern Pennsylvania, USA collection Condition: Minor chips to rim, with light abrasions to basin and base, and fading to red cinnabar decorations, otherwise intact and excellent. Light earthen deposits throughout. All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids. We ship worldwide and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience. #146296
Los 140a
Pre-Columbian, Gulf Coast Mexico, Veracruz (Vera Cruz), Nopiloa style, Late Classic Period, ca. 550 to 950 CE. A fabulous hollow-molded pottery figure depicting a mother standing atop delineated feet. The mother wears layered robes decorated with thick tassels and an intricate medallion, holds her right arm closely to her side, and supports a small child with her left arm. Both mother and child boast similar facial features, such as squinting lunate eyes, bulbous noses, thick lips above rounded chins, and puffy cheeks. The child wearing large earspools and a crested head ornament, and the mother dons an elaborate headdress with dense stippled and linear motifs as well as finely-striated hair draped atop her shoulders. Traces of white pigment are abound across both figures and suggest the composition was intricately decorated at one time. Size: 6.2" W x 9.25" H (15.7 cm x 23.5 cm).Nopiloan art exists as a blend or cross between regular Vera Cruz and Mayan figures. Typically they are mold made figures that as have the look of Botero versions of Jaina figures. Relative to Jaina figures, those of Nopiloa are somewhat larger and have softer details. They are extremely thin-walled for their size, so their lightness is often surprising. Unlike the vivid El Faisan figures, they seldom have color other than occasional white or blue accents. This is a lovely example!A stylistically-similar example, of a smaller size and not holding a child, hammered for $6,600 at Christie's, New York "Pre-Columbian Art" auction (sale 1837, May 23, 2007, lot 86): https://www.christies.com/lotfinder/lot/veracruz-female-dignitary-nopiloa-late-classic-ca-4916350-details.aspx?from=searchresults&intObjectID=4916350&sid=b043f9b2-4a73-4d58-acd5-56e13633c06d Provenance: private New York, New York, USA collection; ex-Robert M. Peters collection; ex-Sotheby’s, New York (May 19, 1992, lot 136) Condition: Professionally repaired from multiple large pieces with light restoration, resurfacing, and overpainting along break lines. Minor abrasions and nicks to headdress, head, child, body, and limbs, with minor fading to original pigmentation, and light encrustations. Nice earthen deposits, root marks, and traces of original pigmentation throughout. All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids. We ship worldwide and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience. #146328
Los 142f
Pre-Columbian, Costa Rica, Guanacaste Nicoya Region, ca. 1 to 500 CE. A wonderful example of a stone mace head, highly polished to a sheen. This one has a cylindrical socket and one side carved into a fierce, bat-like face with huge, round eyes that would have once had inlays of precious metal, stone, or shell; the face also has human characteristics, like a pointed nose and large-lipped mouth. Two ears peek up from the top of the head. The stone is a hard, marbled grey-white with some green on its reverse side. Size: 3.05" W x 1.85" H (7.7 cm x 4.7 cm); 3.7" H (9.4 cm) on included custom stand.Based on many pottery figures from throughout the pre-Columbian world, figural maces were often symbolic objects, carried by rulers and gods as visible signs of their power. The level of craftsmanship on this beautiful piece indicates that it was worth the time put in to create it, and that a highly skilled artisan - possibly someone who specialized in making such objects - created it for someone wealthy. Perhaps this example was created for someone whose family was identified with bats or who had a special affinity for the animals. Provenance: ex-private Miami, Florida, USA collection, since 1980 Condition: Beautifully preserved with light deposits on surface. All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids. We ship worldwide and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience. #146658
Los 148a
Native American, southeastern United States, Arkansas, Cahokia Mounds (sometimes called Mound Builders), Mississippian culture, ca. 1000 to 1500 CE. A hand-knapped white chert point of an elongated ovoid form with a shallow midrib along the length, sharpened edges, a thick butt end, and a pointed tip, all very similar to those found in the famous "mound 72" at Cahokia Mounds. Points like this one are found as ceremonial offerings in the large platform and burial mounds that characterize this culture. Within mound 72, many of these points were found around the head of a very elite individual - just part of the offering given to him in death, which also included fine copper goods, mica, and the remains of dozens of sacrificed men and women. Size: 2.25" W x 10.125" H (5.7 cm x 25.7 cm); 10.5" H (26.7 cm) on included custom stand. Provenance: private southwestern Pennsylvania, USA collection Condition: Minor nicks to blade edges, both faces, and butt end, with light encrustations, otherwise intact and excellent. Nice earthen deposits throughout. Old catalog information of "159" and "Arkansas" written on verso of butt in black ink. All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids. We ship worldwide and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience. #146374
Los 156a
Western Africa, Liberia and Cote d'Ivoire, Dan peoples, ca. mid to late 19th century CE. A fabulous example of a wooden mask from the Dan peoples known as a "kagle" (spirit mask). The highly-stylized visage is composed of carved circular eyes above lightly-protruding cheeks, a prominent nose with incised nostrils, deep nasolabial folds flanking the crescent-shaped mouth, with a pointed chin, and a plateaued forehead with a pierced central slot meant to hold additional ornamentation. The periphery is lined with several perforations meant to attach to a larger costume or headdress, and the verso is carved out and intended for wear. Kagle masks are seen as trouble-makers within the village, meant to disrupt social festivals with aggression and erraticism. Their true purpose is to teach and reinforce how societal institutions behave when disturbed, relying on discipline and order to preserve their foundations. Size: 6.125" W x 9.875" H (15.6 cm x 25.1 cm); 14.1" H (35.8 cm) on included custom stand. Provenance: private New York, New York, USA collection; ex-private New York, USA collection Condition: Repairs to nose, chin, and forehead, with stabilization to some fissures, and light adhesive residue along some break lines. Losses to periphery along verso as shown, with small chips and abrasions to face, verso, and peripheries, and light encrustations. Light earthen deposits and fine patina throughout. All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids. We ship worldwide and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience. #146387
Los 156d
West Africa, Nigeria, Ibibio peoples, ca. early 20th century CE. An intriguing, hand-carved wooden face mask depicting an attractive female face with exaggerated features and a prominent black coiffure. She presents with openwork ovoid eyes beneath faint brows, a slender nose, full lips surrounding a pair of tab-shaped teeth, smooth cheeks, and pierced ears. Atop her tapering hairstyle is a secondary abstract head of a strikingly-alien form with puffy eyes, a triangular nose, and wide lips painted with white frets, perhaps symbolizing scarification marks or even ritual stitching. The Ibibio reside in small village groups and maintain social peace and order through the use of mask and figures that symbolize good and evil spirits. They have traditionally created two types of masks: those that represent evil spirits or individuals who have committed wrongdoings, known as Idiok Ekpo, and those that represent virtuous beings called Mfon Ekpo. An interesting dichotomous example! Size: 6.75" W x 12.2" H (17.1 cm x 31 cm); 16.5" H (41.9 cm) on included custom stand. Provenance: private New York, New York, USA collection Condition: Minor abrasions and chips to peripheries, some raised details, and verso, with fading to original pigmentation, and a few stable fissures. Light earthen deposits and nice patina throughout. All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids. We ship worldwide and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience. #146347
Los 157d
Western Africa, Liberia and Cote d'Ivoire, Dan peoples, ca. first half of the 20th century CE. A large hand-carved wooden face mask from the Dan people known as a "kagle" (spirit mask). The periphery is lined with several perforations meant for attaching a larger costume or headdress, and the verso is carved out and intended for wear. The obverse boasts thick layers of grey and white pigment along the exterior surfaces, and the face within the tab-shaped cheeks is painted with bright crimson-hued paint. Square eyes, a crested triangular nose, and a plateaued forehead comprise the abstract visage, and an attached horse-hair beard imbues the mask with the appearance of an elderly man. Kagle masks are seen as trouble-makers within the village, meant to disrupt social festivals with aggression and erraticism. Their true purpose is to teach and reinforce how societal institutions behave when disturbed, relying on discipline and order to preserve their foundations. Size: 5.5" W x 12" H (14 cm x 30.5 cm); 14.25" H (36.2 cm) on included custom stand. Provenance: private New York, New York, USA collection; ex-Dave DeRoche collection, Piedmont, California, USA Condition: Small chips to original pigmentation and peripheries, with light fading to original pigmentation, and light encrustations, otherwise intact and very good. Light earthen deposits and nice patina throughout. Old inventory label within verso. All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids. We ship worldwide and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience. #146348
Los 164
South Pacific, Hawaii, ca. early 20th century CE. A beautiful serving bowl carved from caramel-hued kamani wood, of a substantial size and in the form of a calabash gourd. This example possesses a wide and lightly-rounded base, gently-tapering walls, a deep basin, and a thin rim. Such vessels have been used for buffets. The interior of the vessel exhibits fine patina of a natural color, and the exterior has been stained and polished to accentuate and preserve the natural color of the wood. Size: 14" W x 7.375" H (35.6 cm x 18.7 cm). Provenance: private Newport Beach, California, USA collection Condition: Area of repair to rim as shown. Minor abrasions to base and body, with light deposits within basin. Light earthen deposits throughout, and fine patina within basin. Nicely polished exterior surfaces. All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids. We ship worldwide and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience. #145352
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