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  • Masterpiece Moche Pottery Warrior w/ 14K Gold & Lapis
    Estimate
    $10,000 - $14,000
    Lot 124

    Masterpiece Moche Pottery Warrior w/ 14K Gold & Lapis

    Est.
    $10,000 - $14,000
  • Moche Gilded Copper Ear Spools - Chasquis
    Estimate
    $16,000 - $20,000
    Lot 125

    Moche Gilded Copper Ear Spools - Chasquis

    Est.
    $16,000 - $20,000
  • Vibrant Nazca Feather Apron
    Estimate
    $1,500 - $2,000
    Lot 125a

    Vibrant Nazca Feather Apron

    Est.
    $1,500 - $2,000
  • Nazca Pottery Figural Vessel w/ Serpent - TL, ex-Museum
    Estimate
    $5,000 - $7,500
    Lot 125b

    Nazca Pottery Figural Vessel w/ Serpent - TL, ex-Museum...

    Est.
    $5,000 - $7,500
  • Proto Nazca Camelid Wool Trophy Head / Muneca Mantle
    Estimate
    $4,000 - $6,000
    Lot 125c

    Proto Nazca Camelid Wool Trophy Head / Muneca Mantle

    Est.
    $4,000 - $6,000
  • Nazca 12K Gold & Sterling Silver Ear Spools - 36.1 g
    Estimate
    $3,000 - $4,500
    Lot 125d

    Nazca 12K Gold & Sterling Silver Ear Spools - 36.1 g

    Est.
    $3,000 - $4,500
  • Superb Teotihuacan Green Stone Mask
    Estimate
    $10,000 - $15,000
    Lot 126

    Superb Teotihuacan Green Stone Mask

    Est.
    $10,000 - $15,000
  • Paracas Polychrome Anthropomorphic Effigy Vessel
    Estimate
    $900 - $1,400
    Lot 126a

    Paracas Polychrome Anthropomorphic Effigy Vessel

    Est.
    $900 - $1,400
  • Moche Royal 14K Gold Ear Spools - 56.6 g
    Estimate
    $12,000 - $18,000
    Lot 127

    Moche Royal 14K Gold Ear Spools - 56.6 g

    Est.
    $12,000 - $18,000
  • Superb Tiahuanaco Gilded Copper Applique Ensemble
    Estimate
    $9,000 - $12,000
    Lot 127a

    Superb Tiahuanaco Gilded Copper Applique Ensemble

    Est.
    $9,000 - $12,000
  • Lake Titicaca Tiwanaku Royal Silver Hoard - Pectorals
    Estimate
    $9,000 - $15,000
    Lot 127b

    Lake Titicaca Tiwanaku Royal Silver Hoard - Pectorals

    Est.
    $9,000 - $15,000
  • Moche Pottery Stirrup Vessel - Warrior Motif
    Estimate
    $2,500 - $3,500
    Lot 128a

    Moche Pottery Stirrup Vessel - Warrior Motif

    Est.
    $2,500 - $3,500
  • Moche Pottery Stirrup Vessel with Drunk Man on Llama
    Estimate
    $1,200 - $1,800
    Lot 129

    Moche Pottery Stirrup Vessel with Drunk Man on Llama

    Est.
    $1,200 - $1,800
  • Very Fine Inca Silver Kero - Janus-Headed
    Estimate
    $4,500 - $6,500
    Lot 129b

    Very Fine Inca Silver Kero - Janus-Headed

    Est.
    $4,500 - $6,500
  • Inca Silver Chalice Vessel - 134.6 grams
    Estimate
    $2,000 - $3,000
    Lot 129c

    Inca Silver Chalice Vessel - 134.6 grams

    Est.
    $2,000 - $3,000
  • Large Chancay Painted Textile - A Masterpiece!
    Estimate
    $9,000 - $12,500
    Lot 129d

    Large Chancay Painted Textile - A Masterpiece!

    Est.
    $9,000 - $12,500
  • Pair of Rare Moche Silver Rattling Keros
    Estimate
    $3,500 - $5,000
    Lot 130

    Pair of Rare Moche Silver Rattling Keros

    Est.
    $3,500 - $5,000
  • Aztec Stone Carving of Weasel w/ Von Winning Report
    Estimate
    $5,000 - $7,000
    Lot 130a

    Aztec Stone Carving of Weasel w/ Von Winning Report

    Est.
    $5,000 - $7,000
  • Impressive Veracruz Pottery Seated Female Figure
    Estimate
    $9,000 - $14,000
    Lot 130b

    Impressive Veracruz Pottery Seated Female Figure

    Est.
    $9,000 - $14,000
  • Veracruz Lord in Regal Attire, Ex-Hollywood - TL Tested
    Estimate
    $10,000 - $15,000
    Lot 131

    Veracruz Lord in Regal Attire, Ex-Hollywood - TL Tested...

    Est.
    $10,000 - $15,000
  • Mixtec Shell Ear Spool Fronts - Heads of Lords (pr)
    Estimate
    $3,000 - $5,500
    Lot 131a

    Mixtec Shell Ear Spool Fronts - Heads of Lords (pr)

    Est.
    $3,000 - $5,500
  • Mayan Shell Pendant w/ Greenstone Inlay
    Estimate
    $3,200 - $4,500
    Lot 132

    Mayan Shell Pendant w/ Greenstone Inlay

    Est.
    $3,200 - $4,500
  • Superb Mayan Chama Polychrome Jar w/ Glyphs
    Estimate
    $12,000 - $15,000
    Lot 132a

    Superb Mayan Chama Polychrome Jar w/ Glyphs

    Est.
    $12,000 - $15,000
  • Mayan Cylinder w/ Scribes + Kerr Rollout, ex-Sotheby's
    Estimate
    $7,000 - $9,000
    Lot 132b

    Mayan Cylinder w/ Scribes + Kerr Rollout, ex-Sotheby's

    Est.
    $7,000 - $9,000
  • Mayan Shell Mosaic - Human Figure in Profile
    Estimate
    $5,000 - $7,500
    Lot 133

    Mayan Shell Mosaic - Human Figure in Profile

    Est.
    $5,000 - $7,500
  • Maya Jaina Ceramic Effigy Whistle of an Elite
    Estimate
    $1,800 - $2,500
    Lot 133a

    Maya Jaina Ceramic Effigy Whistle of an Elite

    Est.
    $1,800 - $2,500
  • Huari Pottery Painted Jaguar Vessel
    Estimate
    $2,000 - $3,200
    Lot 133b

    Huari Pottery Painted Jaguar Vessel

    Est.
    $2,000 - $3,200
  • Exceptional Mayan Cylinder of God A - Kerr Rollout
    Estimate
    $25,000 - $35,000
    Lot 134

    Exceptional Mayan Cylinder of God A - Kerr Rollout

    Est.
    $25,000 - $35,000
  • Superb Zapotec Pottery Incensario - Corn God
    Estimate
    $3,000 - $4,500
    Lot 134a

    Superb Zapotec Pottery Incensario - Corn God

    Est.
    $3,000 - $4,500
  • Veracruz Stone Ballgame Yoke - Intact!
    Estimate
    $5,000 - $7,000
    Lot 134b

    Veracruz Stone Ballgame Yoke - Intact!

    Est.
    $5,000 - $7,000
  • Tall Mayan Codex Pottery Cylinder w/ Skeletal God A
    Estimate
    $22,000 - $30,000
    Lot 135

    Tall Mayan Codex Pottery Cylinder w/ Skeletal God A

    Est.
    $22,000 - $30,000
  • Large Rare Mayan Stone Coatimundi / Von Winning Papered
    Estimate
    $10,000 - $15,000
    Lot 136

    Large Rare Mayan Stone Coatimundi / Von Winning Papered...

    Est.
    $10,000 - $15,000
  • Vera Cruz Carved Stone Hacha - Skull in Profile
    Estimate
    $8,000 - $12,000
    Lot 136a

    Vera Cruz Carved Stone Hacha - Skull in Profile

    Est.
    $8,000 - $12,000
  • Vera Cruz Carved Stone Hacha - Helmeted Warrior
    Estimate
    $6,000 - $9,000
    Lot 136b

    Vera Cruz Carved Stone Hacha - Helmeted Warrior

    Est.
    $6,000 - $9,000
  • Vera Cruz Napiloa Articulated Doll, ex-Christie's -TL'd
    Estimate
    $4,000 - $6,000
    Lot 137

    Vera Cruz Napiloa Articulated Doll, ex-Christie's -TL'd...

    Est.
    $4,000 - $6,000
  • Huge Maya Terracotta Mask - Deity, Blue Pigment - TL'd
    Estimate
    $12,000 - $18,000
    Lot 137a

    Huge Maya Terracotta Mask - Deity, Blue Pigment - TL'd

    Est.
    $12,000 - $18,000
  • Rare Mayan Jade / Mosaic Ear Spools (pr)
    Estimate
    $4,500 - $6,500
    Lot 137b

    Rare Mayan Jade / Mosaic Ear Spools (pr)

    Est.
    $4,500 - $6,500
  • Mayan Jade Bead Necklace - Turtles, Rope, & Glyphs
    Estimate
    $2,500 - $3,500
    Lot 137c

    Mayan Jade Bead Necklace - Turtles, Rope, & Glyphs

    Est.
    $2,500 - $3,500
  • Mayan Carved Pottery Cylindrical Vessel
    Estimate
    $2,500 - $4,000
    Lot 137d

    Mayan Carved Pottery Cylindrical Vessel

    Est.
    $2,500 - $4,000
  • Tairona Gilt Copper Labret / Lip Plug Mythical Creature
    Estimate
    $1,000 - $1,400
    Lot 137e

    Tairona Gilt Copper Labret / Lip Plug Mythical Creature...

    Est.
    $1,000 - $1,400
  • Important Tiahuanaco Royal Silver Crown  + Pectorals
    Estimate
    $20,000 - $30,000
    Lot 141

    Important Tiahuanaco Royal Silver Crown + Pectorals

    Est.
    $20,000 - $30,000
  • Tall Veracruz Pottery Sonriente Figural Ocarina
    Estimate
    $2,500 - $4,000
    Lot 142

    Tall Veracruz Pottery Sonriente Figural Ocarina

    Est.
    $2,500 - $4,000
  • Jamacoaque Terracotta Mythical Beast Vessel -TL Test
    Estimate
    $3,500 - $5,000
    Lot 143

    Jamacoaque Terracotta Mythical Beast Vessel -TL Test

    Est.
    $3,500 - $5,000
  • Gorgeous Mayan Carved Greenstone Face Pendant
    Estimate
    $3,500 - $5,000
    Lot 144

    Gorgeous Mayan Carved Greenstone Face Pendant

    Est.
    $3,500 - $5,000
  • Mayan Carved Jade Amulet of God
    Estimate
    $4,000 - $6,000
    Lot 145

    Mayan Carved Jade Amulet of God

    Est.
    $4,000 - $6,000
  • Stunning Mayan Greenstone Pendant - Avian
    Estimate
    $3,000 - $4,500
    Lot 146

    Stunning Mayan Greenstone Pendant - Avian

    Est.
    $3,000 - $4,500
  • Rare Mayan Carved Stone Pendant - Jaguar Form
    Estimate
    $2,500 - $3,500
    Lot 146a

    Rare Mayan Carved Stone Pendant - Jaguar Form

    Est.
    $2,500 - $3,500
  • Mayan Carved Greenstone Face Pendant
    Estimate
    $2,000 - $3,000
    Lot 146b

    Mayan Carved Greenstone Face Pendant

    Est.
    $2,000 - $3,000

Auction Description

DAY 2 | Pre-Columbian, Ethnographic, Fossils by Artemis Gallery
Day 2 of an important 2-day auction featuring exceptional ethnographic art from around the world. Today's sale will feature Pre-Columbian, Native American, African / Tribal, Oceanic, Spanish Colonial, Fossils, more. Read more
Artemis Gallery
Louisville, CO 80027
United States

info@artemisgallery.com

Phone:+17208907700

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Terms & Conditions

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.