American Treasures of the Past, 2024 August Auction

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A Sale of National Treasures!
Wow! We’ve got one of our largest sales ever, covering too many categories to list.
The sale has many major collections, all new to the marketplace. Let’s take a look at a few:
Coins and Currency: The American History Collection continues with some of America’s first gold coins, proof coins and great rarities. In addition, the Confederate currency collection is one of the best to hit the market in a long time. Our collector started in the 1960s, and the collection has not seen the light of day in decades, all “fresh.” We will be at the ANA National Coin show in Chicago, August 6-9 with some of the best pieces. Come see us!
Native American Jewelry: There has been a major collection of American turquoise in Native American art in jewelry form since the 1970s hiding in the Midwest for almost fifty years … until now! With more than 300 lots comprised of about 1000 pieces, you’ll see the art of Zuni and Navajo artists at their finest.
Turquoise and raw western gems. We have a collection of raw gem material from many western turquoise mines, all collected before 1980, including a sample of a large amount of the famous No. 8 mine in eastern Nevada.
The Tahoe/Reno Western Art Collection. This amazing collection of high quality bronzes and western oils will knock you across the room. Simply world-class and stunning at every turn.
Art Nouveau. A world-class collection of original vintage art nouveau post cards, including the famous Alphonse Mucha. Nothing like this has been up for sale in many decades. You’ll see more here than in any of the three Mucha exhibits in Mucha’s home town of Prague!
Levi Strauss and miner’s pants. We’ve got a new discovery from Utah and Idaho of about 15 pairs of miner’s pants from the c1875-1890 period, many of which are makes and models not seen before. Sorry- no Levi pants, but there is a signed (autographed) Levi Strauss check at the end of the section!
Antique Western Bottles! A great offering from two collections, highlighted by a Thomas Taylor, Virginia, N. and a new 1850’s California soda discovery.
Western Antiquities. Too many to mention. Don’t miss the 1850s daguerreotype of a group of miners with their sluice box near Placerville in excellent condition.
Eastern Watercolor Art of China. A fabulous selection from a private collection of Qin Wei, known in China as a “National Treasure.” Only one of his pieces resides today in an American museum. Don’t miss your chance at these quintessentially eye-catching art.
UNCLAIMED MERCHANDISE: In the event that a successful bidder has paid in full for their merchandise but fails to settle outstanding shipping invoices or make arrangements for merchandise pickup within 60 days, HWAC reserves the right to declare the merchandise forfeited. This forfeiture will result in the merchandise becoming the property of HWAC and the successful bidder shall have no claim to or rights over the forfeited merchandise.
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Painted Sculpture of Seated Baby Girl [184036]3079 - Painted Sculpture of Seated Baby Girl [184036]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Vintage painted bronze or ceramic sculpture of seated girl baby, off white, metallic gold hair. approx. 12" high.
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Start Price : 100.00 | Estimate : 200.00 - 400.00
 
 
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Pardell Legends Sculpture: Defiant Comanche 1992 [179135]3080 - Pardell Legends Sculpture: Defiant Comanche 1992 [179135]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
This is a fine art mixed media sculpture of Quanah Parker, a Comanche Chief. "Defiant Comanche," by C.A. Pardell, is the 3rd release of th...
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Start Price : 500.00 | Estimate : 1,000.00 - 2,800.00
 
 
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Pardell Legends Sculpture: Triumphant 1992 [179015]3081 - Pardell Legends Sculpture: Triumphant 1992 [179015]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
This is from The Legends Collection, a mixed media piece entitled "Triumphant". It is Limited to 750. It measures 14"x 12"x 7&qu...
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Start Price : 500.00 | Estimate : 1,000.00 - 2,000.00
 
 
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Pardell Legends Sculpture: Unexpected Rescuer 1992 [179134]3082 - Pardell Legends Sculpture: Unexpected Rescuer 1992 [179134]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
This is a fine art mixed media sculpture featuring Chief-Comes-In-Sight and Buffalo-Calf-Road-Woman. "Unexpected Rescuer," by C.A. Pardell...
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Start Price : 450.00 | Estimate : 900.00 - 2,800.00
 
 
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Phipps, Judy Bonze: Awaiting Dancer [184037]3083 - Phipps, Judy Bonze: Awaiting Dancer [184037]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Judy Phipps bronze sculpture--"Awaiting Dancer" (3/25). Child figure in full dance dress. Portland, Oregon. Approx. 24" high. ...
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Estimate : 1,000.00 - 2,000.00
Sold to u********j.. for (450.00 + 112.50BP) = 562.50
 
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Phipps, Judy Bronze: The Price of Tradition, [184038]3084 - Phipps, Judy Bronze: The Price of Tradition, [184038]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Bronze by Judy Phipps. The Price of Tradition. Youth dancer seated, holding one foot. (5/25) Very nice detail. Approx. 17" high.
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Estimate : 1,000.00 - 2,000.00
Sold to u********j.. for (400.00 + 100.00BP) = 500.00
 
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Regimbal, James Bronze: Trailin' Home [184085]3085 - Regimbal, James Bronze: Trailin' Home [184085]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
1984 Bronze sculpture, "Trailin' Home", 26/50, by James Regimbal. Regibal created very detailed, historically accurate bronzes. Approx...
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Estimate : 5,000.00 - 9,000.00
Sold to i********h.. for (2,750.00 + 687.50BP) = 3,437.50
 
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American Western Painting, possibly an unfinished CM Russell, c1912 [182788]3086 - American Western Painting, possibly an unfinished CM Russell, c1912 [182788]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
American Western Painting, Possibly an Unfinished CM Russell, c1912-1914 Copyright Fred N. Holabird, 2024 Introduction A highly ski
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Estimate : 50,000.00 - 200,000.00
Sold to k****j for (25,500.00 + 6,375.00BP) = 31,875.00
 
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Robinson, Mary Sculpture: Raku Fired Figure Deer/Man? [184022]3087 - Robinson, Mary Sculpture: Raku Fired Figure Deer/Man? [184022]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Raku-fired figure in fur headdress by Mary Robinson. Seattle, Washington. Vital and intriguing sculpture. Robinson states that she is exploring animal
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Start Price : 160.00 | Estimate : 400.00 - 600.00
 
 
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Wood Carved, Painted Sculpture:  Red Tail Hawk [184010]3088 - Wood Carved, Painted Sculpture: Red Tail Hawk [184010]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Beautifully carved and painted red tail hawk, approx. 11" high. Amazing detailed work on the sculpture. No visible signature
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Estimate : 500.00 - 1,000.00
Sold to h********n.. for (275.00 + 68.75BP) = 343.75
 
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Innuit Bone Carving [184008]3089 - Innuit Bone Carving [184008]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Beautiful Inuit whalebone carving of happy fisherman, possibly a polished soapstone face. Very nice detail, very good condition. Unsigned.
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Start Price : 120.00 | Estimate : 300.00 - 500.00
 
 
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White Buffalo Katsina  [184025]3090 - White Buffalo Katsina [184025]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
White Buffalo Katsina by Silas Roy. The most sacred of all the animals. The White Buffalo is a symbol of sacred life and abundance, a sign of great st
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Estimate : 1,500.00 - 2,000.00
Sold to k*****f for (850.00 + 187.00BP) = 1,037.00
 
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Corn Dancer Kasina, c1990 [184016]3091 - Corn Dancer Kasina, c1990 [184016]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Katsina by H. Letseoma. Detail of carving and coloring in this Corn Dancer is stunning. Approx. 12" high. Due to the fragile nature of Katchina
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Estimate : 800.00 - 1,200.00
Sold to k*****f for (450.00 + 99.00BP) = 549.00
 
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Lanza Buffalo Dancer [184004]3092 - Lanza Buffalo Dancer [184004]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Stewart Lanza Katsina--Buffalo Dancer. Very well detailed and carved. Good condition. Approx.16" high. Due to the fragile nature of Katchina...
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Estimate : 500.00 - 800.00
Sold to b*******n for (200.00 + 50.00BP) = 250.00
 
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Sunface Dancer by Lee Grover Jr 1994 [184020]3093 - Sunface Dancer by Lee Grover Jr 1994 [184020]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Sunface Dancer Katsina. Lee Grover Jr. is from First Mesa, Tewa Village (Hano). He has been carving since his youth (12-14 years). Intricately carve
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Estimate : 900.00 - 1,700.00
Sold to k*****f for (325.00 + 71.50BP) = 396.50
 
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Velvet Shirt Katsina [184012]3094 - Velvet Shirt Katsina [184012]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Henry Naha katsina of Velvet shirt dancer. Velvet Shirt wears a ribbon shirt which gives him the name Navan (shirt) Katsina. He represents the bloomin
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Estimate : 600.00 - 900.00
Sold to b*******n for (250.00 + 62.50BP) = 312.50
 
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Brown Bear Kachna [184021]3095 - Brown Bear Kachna [184021]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
This Brown Bear dancer projects extreme fierceness in stance and expression.The brown Bear is a spiritual guide and represent strength and self-knowle
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Estimate : 400.00 - 600.00
Sold to b*******n for (325.00 + 81.25BP) = 406.25
 
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Eagle Dancer Katsina [184006]3096 - Eagle Dancer Katsina [184006]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Carved, painted and with feathers and fur--Eagle Dancer signed Yazie, Navajo artist. Fair condition. Due to the fragile nature of Katchina’s
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Estimate : 200.00 - 400.00
Sold to m********m for (100.00 + 25.00BP) = 125.00
 
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Hoop Dancer by Frannie Ashley, c1970s [184024]3097 - Hoop Dancer by Frannie Ashley, c1970s [184024]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Frannie Ashley, Navajo made this Hoop dancer kachina. Signature eyes by Ashley. This piece presents a painted carved wood dancer holding interlocking
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Estimate : 100.00 - 160.00
Sold to b*******n for (40.00 + 10.00BP) = 50.00
 
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Hopi Shalako Kachina [184009]3098 - Hopi Shalako Kachina [184009]
Holabird Western Americana Collections
Carved wood, painted, with feathers, interesting Shalako. Good condition. Approx. 16" high. The writing on the base says Hopi Shalako, but it i...
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Estimate : 140.00 - 240.00
Sold to m********m for (180.00 + 45.00BP) = 225.00
 
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