Desert West Auction-Mar 30 & 31-Apr 01, 2012
Collectibles
Mata Ortiz Black Cutout Design Jar - Gonzalez
Mata Ortiz Black Cutout Design Jar - Jose Gonzalez. Texture and cutout designs on black jar. Burnished strips around middle with star figures. Signed on the bottom. Measures 8.5''Hx8.5W.
Collectibles
Mata Ortiz Rabbit Bowl - Fito Tena
Mata Ortiz Rabbit Bowl - Fito Tena. Highly decorated bowl with finger indented rim. Stylized jack rabbit on bottom of inside. Parrot head and other designs around outside. Black and red on tan. signed on the bottom, Fito Tena. Measures 3''Hx9.5''W.
Collectibles
Mata Ortiz Polychrome Animal Jar - Gonzales
Mata Ortiz Polychrome Animal Jar - Gonzales. Stylized rabbits, birds and lizards cover the entire outer surface of this jar by Daniel Gonzales. Signed on the bottom. Measures 8.5H''x8.5''W.
Collectibles
Mata Ortiz Polychrome Jar - Tono Bugarini
Mata Ortiz Polychrome Jar - Tono Bugarini. Black and red geometric designs on tan. Nicely burnished. Signed on the bottom, ''Tono Bugarini.'' Measures 8.5''Hx8.75''W.
Collectibles
Mata Ortiz Marbelized Jar - Tito Enriquez
Mata Ortiz Marbelized Jar - Tito Enriquez. Marbelized background and burnished. Black and red geometric designs surround the jar. Signed on the bottom, ''Tito Enriquez.'' Measures 8.5''Hx7''W.
Collectibles
Mata Ortiz Black Bear Jar - Taeoro Tena L
Mata Ortiz Black Bear Jar - Taeoro Tena L. Eight large black bears walk around this tan jar. Red dots in between. Signed on the bottom ''Taeoro Tena L.'' Measures 8.5''Hx8.5''W.
Collectibles
Mata Ortiz Black Cutout Jar - Jose Gonzalez
Mata Ortiz Black Cutout Jar - Jose Gonzalez. Tall textured jar with four indented circles that have stylized feather designs and cutout ''T''. Signed on the bottom, ''Jose Gonzalez.'' Measures 10''Hx9''W.
Collectibles
Mata Ortiz Polychrome Rattlesnake Jar - Tena
Mata Ortiz Polychrome Rattlesnake Jar - Tena. A large rattlesnake is wound around this burnished tan jar. Textured rim. Signed on the bottom, ''Jesus Tena.'' Measures 8.25''Hx8.5''W.
Collectibles
Mata Ortiz Polychrome Fish Jar - Jesus Tena
Mata Ortiz Polychrome Fish Jar - Jesus Tena. Four black, red and blue fish on burnished tan background. Signed on the bottom, ''Jesus Tena.'' Measures 8.5''x9''W.
Collectibles
Collection of 11 Pocket Knives in Original Boxes
Collection of 11 Pocket Knives in Original Boxes. One is designed to be worn on the belt and has cloth case. The longest is 5'' closed. The smallest is almost 3'' closed. Some names are Humvee Tracker, Eagle Eye and Wind Dancer. Most look new.
Collectibles
Vintage Granite Ware Coffee Pot
Vintage Granite Ware Coffee Pot. 9''H x 5.75'' diameter. Some rust inside and wear around lid. Great for cowboy coffee!
Collectibles
Antique White Ladies Leather Shoes in Original Box
Antique White Ladies Leather Shoes in Original Box. Size 5A. The Box was mailed and has original stamps from Hallanhan & Sons, Inc., Philadelphia, PA. Original laces. The heels are layered and one has come off showing the nail holes. A few stains are evident on the white leather. Great for living history dress-up or for display.
Desert West Auction-Mar 30 & 31-Apr 01, 2012
Collectibles
Museum Copy of Seal Sculpture on Rock
Museum Copy of Seal Sculpture on Rock. Adorable metal, black seal rests on his back. 10''H x 9''L x 6''W. Mounted on a real rock. 14 pounds.
Collectibles
Vintage Brass Candlesticks on Marble Bases
Vintage Pair of Brass Candlesticks on Marble Bases. 11.5''H x 12.5'' L. Nice old brass patina. Wear shows character of the pieces. Marble bases have small nicks.
Collectibles
Vintage Brass Statue
Vintage Brass Statue. Beautiful marble base 9.5''L x 10''W. Statue 12.5''H including base. 18 pounds weight. Horse is balancing on back two legs. Wonderful statue for a collector.
Collectibles
Vintage Beech Nut Tin Box
Vintage Beech Nut Tin Box. Beech Nut dates back to 1891 established in New York. This lovely old box is large and has information on all four sides and the top regarding the company and its history. The small closing latch still holds well. 6''H x 12.5W x 11.5'' L. A delightful find for the collector.
Collectibles
Hopi Child's Painted Gourd Rattle
Native American Hopi Child's Painted Gourd Rattle. 11''H x 4''Diameter. Has a lovely sound. Evidence of use in small scratches. A great gift for the collector.
Collectibles
Hopi Child's Bow and Arrow Set
Native American Hopi Child's Bow and Arrow Set. Bow is 18.5'' L x 3.25'' W. The arrow is 14''L. Feathers are worn. A gift any little boy or girl would love.
Collectibles
Hopi Child's Cradle Wooden Kachinas
Two Native American Hopi Child's Cradle Kachinas. Kachinas were used by parents to teach lessons. Tallest is 7.5'' x 2.75''L. The head dress is broken as is the nose of the same Kachina.
Collectibles
Collection of Western Books and Photos
Collection of Western Books and Photos. ''Cinema Southwest'' book by John A. Murray, 2000. 1) Book contains photos and information including John Wayne and John Ford. 2)''Western Films, A Complete Guide'' by Garfield covers U. S. Western movies, directors and has a section on the Spaghetti Westerns. 3)Five glossy photo pack has Cowboy Heros , Allan Lane, Wild Bill Elliott, Sunset Carson and Rex Allen in ''Silver City Bonanza''. New, never opened. 4) Movie poster of Burt Lancaster and Kirk Douglas in ''Gunfighter at the OK Corral.'' Clean in plastic cover, approx 14''H x 10.75''W. A collector must-have.
Collectibles
Collection of Cowboy Collectibles - Books
Collection of Cowboy Collectibles - Books. ''Arizona Saddles'' by Brett Austin, 1954, ''Texas Cowboy'' by Kirby F. Warnock, 1992, ''Riding the Silver Screen Range'' by Ann Snuggs, 1999, ''The Day The Cowboys Quit'' by Elmer Kelton, 1971, 5 collector's cards, Roy Rogers, et al, Program, Girls' International Championship Rodeo Program, Lewiston, ID, 1968, Persimmon Hill Magazines, 1982, special Charles M. Russell issue, 1980 Frederic Remmington issue, ''Cowgirl Pin-ups'', 2002, artist archive, 2 pin backs, Rex Allen Days and rodeo souvenir pin. Largest book measures approx. 12" x 10".
Collectibles
Carved Wooden Bull Statue
Carved Wooden Bull Statue. Nicely crafted carving, one piece from a burl, including the base. Horns were likely added. Statue measures 13'' in length x 9'' tall.
Collectibles
Porcelain Ladies Spittoon
Porcelain Ladies Spittoon. Ornately styled with gilding and rose decals. Some of the gilding is worn with age and one small chip on the base and top edge. Measures approx. 3.75"H x 7"D.
Collectibles
Antique Duck Decoy
Antique Duck Decoy. Painted wooden duck decoy measuring 13 1/2'' long, 6'' high and 5 1/2'' in width. Nice decorative piece.
Desert West Auction-Mar 30 & 31-Apr 01, 2012
Collectibles
Three Obsidian Carvings, Totem Style
Three Obsidian Carvings, Totem Style. Uniquely decorative totem statues, tallest is 6'' x 2 1/4'' in width. Applied gem stones decorate these hand-painted statues.
Collectibles
Antique Sun-Purpled Glass Lamp Base
Antique Sun-Purpled Glass Lamp Base. Chamber stick style glass kerosene lamp base. It measures 5 1/4'' in diameter, 3 1/2'' high. The brass fitting measures 1 1/4'' across with an inside threaded fitting of 7/8''.
Collectibles
Antique Stereoptican
Antique Stereoptican. The viewer measures 13'' in length and 7'' high. Wood is primarily oak with a pine turned handle. Handle folds and the view card holder slides. A nice piece of history. There is one card in the viewer.
Collectibles
Vintage Chinese Stirrups
Vintage Chinese Stirrups. The pair measure 5 1/4'' wide x 5 3/4'' high. Nicely rusted patina.
Collectibles
Bronze Casting of Indian on Horseback, Marble Base
Bronze Casting of Indian on Horseback, Marble Base. Small bronze casting of an Indian brave on horseback. Measures 6 1/2'' high x 3 1/2'' long. Not marked. Polished green marble display base.
Collectibles
Vintage Argentinian Soda Maker Bottle
Vintage Argentinian Soda Maker Bottle. Heavy green glass bottle, 1 litre size, measuring 12'' tall with a base of 4''. Along with the makers mark it is marked ''Industria Argentina''.
Collectibles
Three Mini Cast Iron Frying Pans
Three Mini Cast Iron Frying Pans. Largest measures 4'' in diameter, the smallest 2 1/4'' in diameter. They are not marked.
Collectibles
Antique Climax Tobacco Cutter
Antique Climax Tobacco Cutter. Tobacco cutter measures 18'' in length and is 6 1/2'' tall. Cast iron. Base is marked ''Climax'' and both sides of the piece is marked ''S.C.W.W. Co.''.
Collectibles
John Wayne Medal - Commemorative Golden Edition
John Wayne Medal - Commemorative Golden Edition. Framed gold medal with a listing of the Duke's movie career from 1928-1976. Additionally framed is a commendation letter from Steen D. Symms of Idaho and a member of the House of Representatives, signed and dated July 10, 1980. Framed visual size is 16 1/2'' x 13''.
Collectibles
Frederic Remington Prints
Two Prints-Frederic Remington. 1) ''The Smoke Signal'' Amon Carter Museum, Fort Worth, Texas. some smearing mostly around the matting. 11''H x 17''W. 2) ''Stampeded by Lightning'' AA.INC. Printed in the U.S.A.14''H x 20''W. Some stains on matting.
Collectibles
Original Oil by Sanford Fisher
Original Oil by Sanford Fisher. Oil on canvas board, measuring 24'' x 30''. Signed by artist, entitled on back, ''Going Home from Punnichy'' which is a town in the Canadian province of Saskatchewan. The artist is considered prominent in the contemporary aboriginal art scene in Canada.
Collectibles
Antique Desk Set - Patinated Brass, 7 Pieces
Antique Desk Set - Patinated Brass, 7 Pieces. Set consists of lidded ink well with insert, tray and letter opener and corner pieces for the ink blotter. Measures approx. 9" x 3". Each piece has an Asian insignia. Nice patination. It is not marked.
Desert West Auction-Mar 30 & 31-Apr 01, 2012
Collectibles
Navajo Original Pastel - A. Tsinajannie
Native American Navajo Original Pastel -Tsinajannie. Pastel has Navajo dancers and singers around an evening fire. Wrapped in plastic protection. 16''H x 28.5'' L. Signed
Collectibles
Original Art - Koshare Figure With Chickens - WM
Original Art - Koshari Figure With Chickens - WM. Visual measures 5 3/4'' x 2'' wide. It is signed ''WM 53''. Medium appears to be oil with a sand texture. On the back of the matting has "H.L. - 1981".
Collectibles
Abe Kakepetum Print, ''Winter Camp''
Abe Kakepetum Print, ''Winter Camp''. Signed print, 147/295, certificate of authenticity from the Great Canadian Print Co., Ltd. The print measures 19 1/2'' x 16 1/2''. The artist is from the Anishuaabe tribe, born in the Sandy Lake First Nation in the remote northwestern region of Ontario, Canada.
Collectibles
3 Mexican Tin Retablos
3 Mexican Tin Retablos. Largest piece measures 12'' in length and 8 1/4'' width. Interesting Mexican folk collectibles.
Collectibles
Original Pastel - Gerda Christoffersen
Original Pastel - Gerda Christoffersen, internationally known painter, was born in Denmark and has spent most of her life in Canada and the United States studying the culture of North American Indians. 24''H x 18''L. Some corner tears and holes which would be covered in a frame. Signed.
Collectibles
Limited Edition Numbered Print-Robert Kohega
Signed Print ''Surprise Awakening''-Robert Kohegamic, 1984. Subject morning birds. Number 50/99. Embossed stamp ''Great Canadian Company, Ltd. Certified Limited Edition'' Protected by foam board and plastic covering. 26''H x 20''W
Collectibles
Original Framed Oil Painting-Irene D.
Original Framed Oil Painting-Irene D. Wonderful face of a Native American man. Scratched on the bottom near signature. Frame is damaged. 20''H x 16''W
Collectibles
1989 Original Acrylic-Sitting Eagle
Original Native American Indian Acrylic on canvas painting by Sitting Eagle. ''Sacred Buffalo Calf Woman'' 8/89. Documentation on frame. Signed and dated. 24''H x 18''W
Collectibles
Original Acrylic on Canvas-Christina Campbell
Original Acrylic on Canvas and and Board-Christina Campbell. Title ''Skol un Talula'' 1977. Image Albuquerque, NM. 24'' W x 20. Subject skull on table.
Collectibles
Original Pencil with Pastel-David Babbit
1992 Original Pastel -David Babbit. Arizona, Kachinas in the background of this Native American subject. Fantastic wooden frame with Native American designs, turquoise nuggets, and burnt wood. 16.75''H x 13.5''W. Signed and dated on the back.
Collectibles
1980 Comanche Signed Numbered Print-Rance Hood
1980 Printed on Vellum #63/1500. 30''H x 24''W ''His Last Chance'' Rance Hood still paints in the manner that echoes the traditional Indian culture and spirituality of the past. Hood has introduced some abstract motifs into his backgrounds, but he adheres mainly to the traditional style of art practiced by his Comanche ancestors.
Collectibles
1989 Original Watercolor-Eugene Ridaely
Original Watercolor-Eugene Ridaely. 1989. 24''H x 18'' W. Protected on foam board and covered in plastic.
Desert West Auction-Mar 30 & 31-Apr 01, 2012
Collectibles
Original Water Color-Fred Cleveland
Original Water Color-Fred Cleveland. Signed by Navajo artist. Lived/Active: New Mexico Known for Indian, still life, portrait 27.5''H x 21.5'' W.
Collectibles
Apache Original Arcylic on Canvas Painting
Native American Apache Original acrylic on canvas painting. Very interesting Native American art showing a Gan Dancer surrounded by the loud ceremonial singers. 22'' x 22'' No artist signature.
Collectibles
1983 Original Chalk Pastel-Charlene Teters
Original Pastel-Charlene Teters. Signed and dated by the artist who attended the Institute of American Indian Arts and earned an advanced degree in painting from the University of Illinois. Teters, a member of the Spokane Tribe is the first artist-in-residence at the American Museum of Natural History in New York City. Information sheet included. 19''H x 25''W.
Collectibles
Original Pastel on Felt-Gerda Christoffersen
Original Pastel-Gerda Christoffersen internationally know painter, was born in Denmark. She created the original style of the ''Papoose Paintings''. She has spent most of her life in Canada and the United States studying the culture of North American Indians. Approx 22''H x 17W. Signed.
Collectibles
Pictorial Leather Sculpture - Roger & Marie Kull
Pictorial Leather Sculpture - Roger & Marie Kull. The artists live in work in Cave Creek, AZ, creating a unique art form, utilizing the natural hues of leather, specialized dyes and the colorful hues of turquoise, they constantly flow between tradition and innovation. The visual of this piece measures 8'' x 16'', signed by the artists and with a signed dedication on the reverse, ''Especially for John McNellis''. This piece depicts an Indian pot on its side with turquoise nuggets strewn about.
Collectibles
Oil Painting - Native American - Gohan
Oil Painting - Native American - Gohan. Nicely executed oil on canvas of a female Indian in native dress, bearing a large jar, possibly for water. Measures 15'' x 30'', signed ''Gohan''. See Lot #854, perfect as a pair of paintings.
Collectibles
Oil Painting - Native American - Gohan
Oil Painting - Native American - Gohan. Strongly executed oil on canvas of a Native American in dance attire, noting the bells attached to his legs. Measures 15'' x 30'', signed ''Gohan''. See Lot #853 as a perfect pair by the same artist.
Collectibles
Original Oil Painting - Dirk Schneider
Original Oil Painting - Dirk Schneider. Born in 1935 this artist continues to work throughout the Southwest, living in Albuquerque, New Mexico. His favorite subjects, the pueblos, churches and villages of New Mexico. This painting is titled ''Pot in Wilderness'', signed by the artist and dated 1978. The visual area of the painting measures 11 1/2'' x 15 1/2''.
Collectibles
Original Oil Painting - Dirk Schneider, Signed
Original Oil Painting - Dirk Schneider, Signed. Oil on canvas of a structure in the southwestern desert. Visual measures 11 1/2'' x 15 1/2''. Signed by the artist and dated 1978. Additionally, it is signed on the back of the canvas, ''To John McNellis. Best of luck always, Your good friend, Dirk''.
Collectibles
Original Oil Painting - Dirk Schneider, Signed
Original Oil Painting - Dirk Schneider, Signed. Oil on canvas, signed by the artist and dated 1978. The painting is entitled ''Basket in the Wilderness''. Artist is well known throughout the southwest as his work depicts New Mexico pueblos, churches and adobes as his favorite subjects. The visual on this painting is 11 1/2'' x 15 1/2''.
Collectibles
2 Peter Hurd Cowboy Prints On Board
2 Peter Hurd Prints. Visual measures approx. 13 3/4''H x 19 1/2''W. Titled: ''The Fence Builder'' and the other is an aerial scene looking down on Barn, wind mill and water hole. Both signed in the lower left hand corner ''Peter Hurd'' ''NA''. Some water damage and warping. Farm scene has some scuff marks.
Collectibles
Native American Lithograph-Bert Seabourn
Native American Signed and Numbered. Lithograph ''Morning Whispers''-Bert Seabourn. Cherokee (A .K. A. Bert D. Seabourn) Seabourn is best known for his paintings of old, wise Indian man's face combined with birds or animals. He says that the face does not represent one tribe but is, instead, a composite face representing the medicine men, the keepers of the culture of all Indian tribes. #34/100 22.25'' H X 30''W
Desert West Auction-Mar 30 & 31-Apr 01, 2012
Collectibles
Books - Native American Art and Broken K Pueblo
Books - Native American Art and Broken K Pueblo. A hardback book on Native American Art of the Southwest by Eaton and Brody. It is 159 pages, with many color photos and measures 11''x14''. The other is a softback book, ''Broken K Pueblo, Prehistoric Social Organization in the American Southwest,'' by James Hill.
Collectibles
Hardback Book - Edward S Curtis Photos
Hardback Book - Edward S Curtis Photos. Large, coffee table book titled, ''Edward S. Curtis: Portraits from North American Indian Life.'' 176 pages of full page size photographs. Measures 15''x13''.
Collectibles
1934 Sheet Music ''O, Come Let Us Sing''
1934 Sheet Music ''O, Come Let Us Sing''. Pages are in great condition. Full title is: O, Come Let Us Sing Chicago World's Fair Edition Choral Arrangement as sung in the pageant 'O, Sing a New Song.''' Measures 7.5''Wx10-5/8''H.
Collectibles
Alva Silver Mining 3 Early 1900s Stock Certificate
Alva Silver Mining 3 Early 1900s Stock Certificates. Mint condition, 3 unused stock certificates from the Alva Silver Mining Company, San Francisco. Series Nos. 41501, 41502, 41503. Each measures 9.5''Wx4''H.
Collectibles
Print 1934 Original Story Sketch of Mickey & Pluto
Print of 1934 Original Story Sketch of Mickey & Pluto from ''Mickey Plays Papa.'' On mat board. visual measures 6.25''Hx8''L.
Collectibles
Matted Disney Composite Picture Scene Snow White
Matted Disney Composite Picture Scene Snow White. A colorful composite of Disney's Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. Visual measures 7-3/8''x9.5''L.
Collectibles
Seneca Wooden False Face Mask - Skanawati
Native American Seneca Wooden False Face Mask - Skanawati. A carved wood mask signed on the back, ''Skanawati''. Measures 9.5''x6.5''. Brass ring eyes, real horse hair on his head.
Collectibles
Occupied Japan Lighter, Mug, Figurine
Occupied Japan Lighter, Mug, Figurine. Porcelain table cigarette lighter, Toby Character mug of old man, Colonial man Figurine all made in Occupied Japan., Largest measures 5.5''H x 2.5''W.
Collectibles
Vintage Ashanti Wood Slingshot From Ghana
Vintage Ashanti Wood Slingshot From Ghana. Carved wood, has two horned mask effigies on hand hold. Measures 6''Lx3''W.
Collectibles
US Army Navy Aircraft Industrial Service WW1 Pin
US Army Navy Aircraft Industrial Service WW1 Pin. Vintage brass lapel pin is labeled, ''Aircraft Industrial Service U. S. Army Navy.'' On the back, it is stamped with the Whitehead Hoagg makers mark and the number ''53608.'' Some of the blue and red paint is worn off of the pin. Measures 5/8''x1'' wide.
Collectibles
Collection Two Arrowheads and Shell Buttons
Collection Two Arrowheads and Shell Buttons. The black arrowhead is from Warner Valley, OR and the brown one is from Northern Nevada Desert. It is 2.25''Lx1''W. The old shell buttons are beautiful irridescent colors. The largest is 3/4'' diameter.
Collectibles
Navajo Sand Painting - Mary Lou Peshlakai
Native American Navajo Sand Painting. Darling portrait of girl and boy with lambs. On fiber board. Signed on the back and has description of scene. Measures 12''x12''.
Desert West Auction-Mar 30 & 31-Apr 01, 2012
Collectibles
Antique Page Turner, Corn Husker, Bolo, Button
Antique Page Turner, Corn Husker, Bolo, Button. Great group of antique items. There is a carved wood Chinese Book Page turner with a mustached crawfish carving on one side and floral motifs on the other side. Measures 18''L x 2.25''W. A 5'' long wood corn husker peg with leather finger strap. An old folk art carved wood Indian head bolo tie slide that measures 2.5''Wx2.5''H. A silver Navajo button. Great Group!
Collectibles
Painting on Board of Buffalo Bill
Painting on Board of Buffalo Bill. Painted on 1/4'' plywood, measures 14''x12''.
Collectibles
Polished Metal Mexican Jewelry Lidded Box
Polished Metal Mexican Jewelry Lidded Box. Square jewelry box with stamped design on outside and mirrors on all sides of inside. Measures 8''x8''x1-3/8''.
Collectibles
Paper and Ceramic Tile Collage - Britt Densford
Paper and Ceramic Tile Collage - Britt Densford. Warm colors and nature patterns on ceramic tiles set in cast paper surround by Corales, N.M. artist, Britt Densford. Mounted on wood frame for hanging. Measures 20.5''Hx9.75''W.
Collectibles
Zink: The Language of Enchantment Special Edition
Zink: The Language of Enchantment Special Edition Book. This is a ''New Mexico Magazine 'Artist Series' limited edition book, by Hollis Walker about the work of New Mexico artist, Melissa Zink. The book is signed by Zink and is number 208 of 250. It comes in a pocket slide-in cover which has a small brass sculpture by Zink in a hidden flap in the cover. The statue is titled, ''Life Words'' and is 3.75''Hx0.75''W. Melissa Zink was born in 1932 and died in 2009. The book has 96 pages and measures 14.25''x9''. The set is in excellent condition.
Collectibles
Hand Painted Stepladder by Major Benton
Hand Painted Step Ladder Display Shelf. Whimsical painted step ladder. Would be perfect as a display shelf or just as a room brightener wherever you place it. Measures 22.75''Hx19.25''W in extended position.
Collectibles
Framed Beadwork Assemblage - Water Theme Art
Framed Beadwork Assemblage-- Water Theme Art. Cloth, beads, painting on block, shells and other material all assembled in an artwork that speaks about water. This art was created by a graduate student in Albuquerque, N.M. It is in a wood frame, under glass. Overall dimensions of the frame are 20-5/8''Lx9.75''W and 1.25''D (deep).
Collectibles
1800's Mason's Blacking Shoe Polish Box Americana
1800's Mason's Blacking Shoe Polish Box Black Americana, Original late 1800's wooden display case for MASON'S CHALLENGE BLACKING Shoe Polish. It held three dozen of #4 polish. Finger joint construction the box is very sturdy. Lithographed paper labels, the label on the inside of the top is complete and excellent condition, the colors on inside label is bright and vibrant, the label on the front is missing the upper left corner (where it should say 3 doz. and No. 4 and the upper part of the M, A, and S in MASONS), has been varnished, there is writing on the lid R.I. Augustus and other lettering, measures approx. 9''W x 6''H x 13.25''L.
Collectibles
Mexican Metal Art Javelina Hand Painted By Benton
Mexican Metal Art Javelina painted by Major Benton, this fantastic piece is patchwork design with each piece being a different color, colors include: teal, brown, navy blue, peach, bright yellow, silver, magenta, and red, he has 4 sets of metal bristles raised on back, his teeth and tusks are silver, this handsome little guy measures 18''L x 12.5''H x 6.5''W. Absolutely awesome!
Collectibles
Pink Cloud Gallery ''Daisy'' Clock by Tara
Pink Cloud Gallery ''Daisy'' Clock by Tara, daisies on face of clock by Tara, accented by a stencil cut border of sun, stars, moon, clouds, and flowers, has fluorescent orange minute hand and bright yellow hour hand, from the Pink Cloud Gallery of Sharon, CT. Clock measures approx. 8 5/8''W x 10 3/8''L x 1''H.
Collectibles
Mata Ortiz Mask - Felipe Andrew
Mata Ortiz Mask - Felipe Andrew. Highly burnished red and green on black mask with cutout heart shape mouth and cutout left eye. Woven fabric tie. Signed on the back, ''Felipe Andrew.'' There is a little rough spot on left ear. Measures 5''Hx6.5''Wx2.25''D.
Collectibles
Antique Softback Book by Marjorie Wise
Antique Softback Book ''On the Technique of Manuscript Writing Marjorie Wise with an Introduction by Professor Patty Smith Hill'' by Marjorie Wise, series on Childhood Education, copyright 1924 Charles Scribner's Sons, taken from the introduction...''Here is a book on English manuscript writing, written by an English woman who specialized in the teaching of this art in her native land before coming to this country in 1921 to study American methods of education.'', measures approx. 10.5'' x 8''.
Desert West Auction-Mar 30 & 31-Apr 01, 2012
Collectibles
Mexican Oaxacan Artisan Clown
Mexican Oaxacan Artisan Clown, this little guy was crafted by a female inmate from a prison in the state of Oaxaca, Mexico, constructed of yarn, felt, fabric, lace, ribbon, buttons, and eyelet material, he measures approx. 16''L x 8''W.
Collectibles
Whimsical Decoupaged Clown Suitcase - by Benton
Vintage Whimsical Decoupaged Clown Suitcase by Major Benton, has rope handle, vintage clown and circus paper memorabilia decoupaged on the inside and outside of this red and blue suitcase, has 3 metal latches and copper trim, there are two clown dolls on the inside, one is velcroed to the top and the other doll is just loose inside, the inside of the case is painted yellow, there is also a ''Circo Atayde Hnos. 75 Aniversario-Feliz Ano 1963'' card loose inside as well, this little jewel measures approx. 18.25''L x 7''H x 12.25''W and the largest doll is 16.5''L x 7''W.
Collectibles
Artisan Crafted Black Velvet Lined Cello Case
Vintage Artisan Crafted Black Velvet Lined Cello Case, beautiful natural wood, braided leather handle, bottom latch is broke, and water damage on bottom of case, measures approx. 52.5''H x 19.5''W.
Collectibles
Antique Mountain Man Wooden Hide Stretcher
Antique Wooden Hide Stretcher, measures approx. 59.5''L x 12.25''W.
Collectibles
''Buffalo Bar'' Giclee' - Lois Duffy
''Buffalo Bar'' Giclee' - Lois Duffy, from Duffy's series of Downtown Silver City, NM, measures 41.75''L x 39.75''W,
Collectibles
Secret Admirer of Utopia Parkway - Richard Merkin
Original Oil Collage on Canvas ''The Secret Admirer of Utopia Parkway'' by Richard Merkin (1938-2009). Richard Merkin has sold at auction on ask Art 33 paintings, many with record prices.
Richard Merkin, is an artist who often produced artwork to accompany articles in The New Yorker magazine. The magazine displayed a full-page copy of one of Merkin's exhibit pieces being shown at the Wickiser Gallery in the city.
"The Secret Admirer of Utopia Parkway" is a homage to Joseph Cornell by Merking, and not only contains a drawing of Cornell in the lower right corner, but is also filled with images related to Cornell's works: vaudeville, the store-front window, alphabet letters and blocks, part of a show poster, and featuring a partly dressed woman who could represent many of the women who attracted Cornell's attention.
Mr. Merkin’s pet obsessions covered all manner of ephemera and exotica, from Fiestaware and Big Little Books to baseball players from the Negro and Cuban leagues. He was particularly keen on vintage pornography, an enthusiasm he shared in two books. “Velvet Eden” (1979), written with Bruce McCall, showcased his collection of early amateur pornography, and “Tijuana Bibles” (1997), written with the photojournalist Bob Adelman, paid tribute to the sexually explicit comics that Americans bought across the Mexican border from the 1930s to the 1950s."
This painting measures approx. 40.25'' x 60.5''
Collectibles
2006 Original Collage and Acrylic - Major Benton
2006 Original Collage and Acrylic ''Alli'' - Major Benton, signed on back, very bright, collage accents include wooden blocks spelling ''Alli'', large three dimensional grasshopper. Twenty Sets of Eyes, Jonathan Winters (Andy Warhol) miniature, a wooden child's blocks of the letter A, and lots of various wording, measures approx. 30'' x 40'' on canvas.
Collectibles
Original Watercolor ''Orca Twist'' - Wyland
Original Chinese Brush Watercolor ''Orca Twist'' - Robert Wyland 2001, The marine wildlife artist, Wyland, was born Robert Wyland in 1956 in Detroit Michigan. He attended the Center for Creative Studies in Detroit majoring in painting and sculpture, Wyland is recognized on Askart.com, piece measures approx. 30.5'' x 20.5'' and is beautifully framed and matted.
Collectibles
Mexican Talavera Vase and Corn Husk Hollyhocks
Mexican Talavera Vase and Corn Husk Hollyhocks, gorgeous painting, bright vibrant colors, stamped Mexico on bottom, vase measures approx. 15.25''H x 7''D.
Collectibles
Mexican Metal Art Javelina Painted by Benton
Mexican Metal Art Javelina Painted by Major Benton 2011, this fantastic piece is camo-style design, colors include: teal, brown, navy blue, green, yellow, silver, magenta, and red, he has 4 sets of painted metal bristles raised on back, his teeth and tusks are camo style colored as well, he is holding a bouquet of plastic begonias between his teeth, this handsome little guy measures 18''L x 12.5''H x 6.5''W. Absolutely awesome!
Collectibles
2010 Pottery ''Turtle Angel'' by Harry Benjamin
2010 Pottery ''Turtle Angel'' by Harry Benjamin, Silver City, New Mexico artist, painted dark green and brown, measures approx. 9.5'' x 8.75''.
Collectibles
Antique Mexican Mortise & Tenon Window
Antique Mexican Mortise & Tenon Window, from an old adobe house in Mexico, 2 red shutters with grooved accents, measures approx. 29.5''L x 24.5''W.
Desert West Auction-Mar 30 & 31-Apr 01, 2012
Collectibles
''Elixirs of Life'' Collage Box Art by Major Benton
''Elixirs of Life'' Shadowbox by Major Benton. This is quite a busy piece, on the very top sits a fellow with a beverage in his easy chair, on the one side is written on paper the interpretations of the items on each shelf inside the wooden case (medications, alcohol, narcotics, dice, dominoes, marbles, and bars), on the other side written on paper is a spiel on the various meanings of Elixir, on the back of the cabinet is a very sophisticated pill box (morn, noon, bed, eve, filled with candy coated licorice), an empty miniature bottle of E & J Brandy and an empty bottle of Evan Williams Kentucky Bourbon Whiskey, and also an empty box of Newport Cigarettes, Major Benton's initials ''MB'' are also on the lower right corner of the back of the cabinet, Shelf 1: dice, marbles, dominoes, wine glass, various bottles Shelf 2: wine bottle miniatures, dominoes, jars, medicine droppers in bottles, wine glasses with red balls inside, 2 ends of mechanical pencils Shelf 3: empty syringe, dominoes, champagne miniatures, medicine droppers inside bottles, various miniature jars and bottles Shelf 4: empty syringes, miniatures bottles and jars, dominoes, the door of the cabinet has bars and also an old bent silver spoon between the bars, written on the door reads: ''Elixirs of Life'', Here was a panacea for all Human Woes, Here was the secret of Happiness, Dequincey (Delinquency?) door has round metal knob. Box art measures approx. 14.75''L x 26.75''H x 4.75''W.
Major Benson admired Joseph Cornell's art work "Secrets in Boxes". Joseph Cornell was a famous artist but he hardly ever painted a picture. He was known for his Collage Boxes of materials that are ordinarily discarded by most people. He rarely threw anything away.
Collectibles
Mexican Talavera Water Dispenser
Mexican Talavera Water Dispenser, beautifully painted, bright vibrant colors, spigot handle broken, measures approx. 12''H x 10.5''D.
Collectibles
2009 Super Corn Angel Pottery Figure - H Benjamin
2009 Super Corn Angel Pottery Figure - H Benjamin. Delightful ''corn angel'' is a ceramic wall hanging by Silver City, N.M. artist, Harry Benjamin. This one is a ''Super'' angel (see the ''S'' on her chest) painted gold, red and turquoise. Sure to bless your home. Measures 6.5''x5.5''. Signed on the back.
Collectibles
Egg Tempura Painting Spotted Owls - Dondelinger
Egg Tempura Painting Spotted Owls - Mary Francis Dondelinger. The artist juxtaposes the ancient art of egg tempera iconography onto the disposalbe of backdrops-the humble paper plate. The plate-as-canvas serves as a symbol of 21st century throwaway culture. She uses precious materials like 23 carat gold, egg tempera and rabbit skin glue. This haunting artwork is titled, ''Sacrifice: The Modern Icon, Mexican Spotted Owls,'' by Mary Francis Dondelinger. The piece is slated to appear as the cover art on an upcoming book, ''Modern Icons: The Sacrifice of Endangered Species of the American Southwest''. Ms. Dondelinger has won numerous awards in local and regional exhibitions and was displayed at the Belvedere Palace Museum curated by Thomas Zaunschirm. She paints on recycled material if possible. The visual is 7'' x 7" diameter.
Collectibles
2005 Art Print ''Make Art Not War'' - S. Fairey
2005 Poster Art Print ''Make Art Not War'' - Shepard Fairey. Frank Shepard Fairey (born February 15, 1970) is an American contemporary graphic designer, and illustrator who emerged from the skateboarding scene. He first became known for his "André the Giant Has a Posse" (…OBEY…) sticker campaign, in which he appropriated images from the comedic supermarket tabloid Weekly World News. His work became more widely known in the 2008 U.S. presidential election, specifically his Barack Obama "Hope" poster. The Institute of Contemporary Art, Boston calls him one of today's best known and most influential street artists.His work is included in the collections at The Smithsonian, the Los Angeles County Museum of Art, the Museum of Modern Art in New York, the Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego, the National Portrait Gallery in Washington, and the Victoria and Albert Museum in London.
Visual measures approx. 22''H x 16.50''W. Framed in a wood frame, under glass.
Collectibles
Two Framed Miniature Kimonos
Two Framed Miniature Kimonos. Kimonno fabric folded to resemble a full-size kimono. Double matted in a wood frame, under glass. The visual is 3''x5''.
Collectibles
Japanese Style Collage Prints - Joyce A. Mede
Japanese Style Collage Prints - Joyce A. Mede. These complimentary prints are signed by the artist, Joyce A. Mede, double matted and framed under glass. One is titled, ''The Masculine Earth'' and the other is titled, ''The Feminine Earth.'' The visual on each is 7.25''x9''.
Collectibles
Watercolor ''Winter Adobe'' - J Stedry Vinyard
Watercolor ''Winter Adobe'' - J Stedry Vinyard. Matted and framed under glass original watercolor by Albuquerque, N.M. artist J. Stedry Vinyard. This lovely winter scene is signed in the lower right corner. Illustrator Judith Stedry Vinyard, an award winning artist, began her painting journey by walking the cornfields of Nebraska with her cousins to flush the pheasants for their hunting fathers. Since that time she has used watercolor to create Midwestern farm scenes, Southwestern adobe landscapes and bold florals that can be found in private collections throughout the world. Judy is a retired elementary teacher who has two daughters and lives with her husband Martin in Albuquerque, New Mexico. The visual measures 7''x5''.
Collectibles
Framed Giclee ''Deming-Hard Rain'' - Narrie Toole
Framed Giclee ''Deming-Hard Rain'' - Narrie Toole. This is a 2004 Giclee on canvas, number 4 of an open production. The visual measures 7.5''x9.5''. A certificate of authenticity accompanies the art. Narrie Toole's information sheet says her art sells for $200 to $12,000. She emphasizes horses and cattle themes in her impressionistic western art, as her background before artwork was ranching.In 2005 I moved to a small ranch house in southwestern New Mexico where I set up my “Estudio de la Montura”. The Mimbres has a long history of ranching and the first time I drove in, I "was home?. It was a perfect place to create and develop my painting style. I have lived and explored a couple of other areas of NM, only to return to the lovely Mimbres. Visual measurement 9.5" x 7.5"
Collectibles
2003 Original Oil By Irish Artist Lee Tiller
2003 Original Oil By Irish Artist Lee Tiller. The president of Ireland Mary McAleese referred to Lee Tiller's work as being the work of a genius. His studio is nestled amidst the mountains of Kerry, and that is where you will find him painting. His works are collected around the world and can be found in private collections in may countries including the UK, Ireland, the USA and New Zealand. Visual measures approx. 19.25''H x 15.5''W.
Collectibles
Giclee Print ''Artists Journey'' - Lois Duffy
Giclee Print ''Artists Journey'' - Lois Duffy, Silver City, New Mexico artist. Signed in pencil by the artist. Measures approx. 13''H x 19.25''W.
Collectibles
Afrocentric Abstract Painting - Richard Sanders, Jr.
Afrocentric Abstract Painting by Richard Sanders, Jr. Framed in a wood frame. Afrocentric- Abstract Painting. Visual measures approx. 24.5''H x 20''W.
Desert West Auction-Mar 30 & 31-Apr 01, 2012
Collectibles
Original Oil ''Looking Back'' - Sharon McGauley
Original Oil On Canvas. Titled ''Looking Back'' By Sharon McGauley, Key West, Florida artist. "Sharon McGauley left college with a degree in zoology and an interest in combining this with a life as an artist. She moved to Key West to teach marine biology, and eventually opened a little art gallery called The Lemonade Stand Art Studio. She lived and worked in Key West for six years, painting in the studio and exploring the islands. In 2005 she moved to Maui, Hawaii, where her paintings are shown at Viewpoints Gallery in Makawao. She is currently living in Portland, Maine." Measures approx. 23 1/2''H x 32''W.
Collectibles
2006 Mixed Media ''For Pete's Sake'' - Major Benton
2006 Mixed Media ''For Pete's Sake'' - Major Benton. War and Peace 2006. Very large piece. Measures approx. 96''L x 19''H. Mounted on wood. Viet Nam War mixed media piece.
Collectibles
2007 Original Oil Pastel - P.A. Levinson
2007 Original Oil Pastel - P.A. Levinson. Visual measures approx. 13 1/2''H x 10 1/2''W. On paper with cardboard matting.
Collectibles
1903 Original Acrylic ''Bell of the Ball'' - Peachey
1903 Original Acrylic On Board titled ''Bell of the Ball'' by Key West Artist Kate Peachey. Visual measures approx. 23.5''H x 12''W. Framed in a wood frame.
Collectibles
Original Watercolor - Priscilla Souder
Original Watercolor titled ''Mexico Memory Mosaic'' - Priscilla Souder, Award Winning Artist. A nice list of Galleries and Exhibits where Priscilla Souder's work has been shown is listed on the back on a paper. See photographs. Priscilla Souder studied art in Boston and throughout her life in workshops and traveling abroad. She has also given art workshops and demonstrations in New England and Florida. Her paintings are exhibited in "Private Collection Gallery" Harwich Port, MA., and also on the Internet Gallery www.paintingsdirect.com Priscilla works in watermedia, collage, and enjoys creating monotypes with the use of her etching press.
Measures approx. 27 3/4"H x 20 3/4"W.
Collectibles
Original Watercolor ''Approaching Rain'' - Joan Rios
Original Watercolor ''Approaching Rain'' - Joan Rios. Cool colors landscape by Joan Rios. Signed ''Rios'' in lower left corner. Mated and in metal frame. Visual measures 6.75''Wx4.75''H.
Collectibles
Charcoal Drawing ''Office Lumber Camp'' - Sprinchorn
Charcoal Drawing ''Office Lumber Camp'' - Sprinchorn. Matted, in a wood frame, under glass. An original charcoal by deceased artist, Carl Sprinchorn. The visual measures 10.75''x13''. Signed and titled in the lower left corner. Also includes a softback book, ''Carl Sprinchorn, King of the Woods, Essay by Gail Scott, Bates College Museum of Art, 2002'' which is signed by the author. The artist was born in Sweden in 1887 and died in Albany, NY in 1971. During the 1920s, he worked as a lumberjack in Maine and also painted while there. He lived in New York later from 1937-1952. His work became known and highly valued after his death. His artwork sells usually from the low thousands up to over $30,000 on auction, according to the websource ''Ask Art''.
Collectibles
Georgia O'Keeffe Print - Red Poppy
Georgia O'Keeffe Print - Red Poppy . Iconic subject of the artist, the red poppy, professionally framed and matted. Visual measures approx. 21.25''H x 27.75''W.
Collectibles
Encaustic Wax ''Conversation'' - Louise Lamontagne
Encaustic Wax Art titled ''Conversation'' by artist Louise Lamontagne. Framed in a wood frame. Louise Lamontagne's vividly realized oil paintings, with their simple, bold forms expressed in strong strokes and richly saturated colors, have earned her a significant place among contemporary Western artists. Although known primarily for her landscape paintings, Louise has also explored the human figure in 2 and 3 dimensional form and paints non-objective subject matter in a variety of mediums including encaustic, an ancient form of painting with wax. Lamontagne’s work has been exhibited at galleries and museums throughout the Northwest, Rocky Mountain and New England states as well as having exhibited in Germany, Canada and New Zealand. Winner of numerous other awards, her collectors include Seattle University, West One Bank, the City of Kent, WA and the Oki Foundation. Raised in Manchester, NH, Louise began her college art education at the University of Bridgeport in CT. She continued her studies at the School of Visual Concepts in Seattle, WA and regularly attends professional artist workshops. At her home and studio in St Ignatius, MT, Louise pursues her passion in an atmosphere of solitude, concentration and unending inspiration.
Visual measures approx. 16''H x 20.25''W.
Collectibles
Pro Art Panels
Pro Art Panels. Measure approx. 6 feet high x 38.5"W. These Pro Panels are from MD Enterprises in Dallas, Texas. This includes: 4 - J6385B Jacked up 6' x 38.5" Pro Panel buff, 4 - EXT385B Extender 38.5" Buff, 10 - CPL Incl, Included Couplers, 2 STPS Incl Extra Straps included.
Collectibles
Original Acrylic on Tupa Paper - Jane Johnson
Original Acrylic - Jane Johnson. Jane Jonhnson is from Marengo, Illinois & she enjoys experimenting with different painting mediums and surfaces. Her paintings are inspired by nature, play, the moment, and problem resolution. They represent balance, fearlessness, strength, and optimism. She begins each painting by choosing her colors with a feeling of her expression, then she paints quickly before the acrylic dries. As she paints, she pays attention to the parts and whole at the same time until balance is achieved. She paints on a variety of surfaces; canvas, masonite, and Yupo paper a synthetic surface, using many different tools to apply the paint; brushes, brayers, fingers, squeegees, pouring. All of her paintings are originals, she dos not make prints. This painting is a Golden acrylic paint on synthetic Yupa papers, made of extruded polypropolene. The paint is attached to the foamcore board using double-sided ATG tape in the four corners. "This painting was awarded "Best of Show" at the 2003 invitational and juried exhibit featuring 75 Women Artist, held at the Key West Customs House." Measures approx. 40.25''H x 9 7/8''W. Very colorful!
Collectibles
1983 Original Watercolor - Howard Fussiner
1983 Original Watercolor - Award Winning Artist Howard Fussiner. On the back reads: ''Granite Rocks, The Cove, I''. Framed in a metal frame, double matted, under glass. Visual measures approx. 17.5''H x 21.25''W. 1985 Certicate of Authenticity comes with this Watercolor Painting by Howard Fussiner, stating that appraised value for insurance purposes, based on fair current market value is $500.00. Fussiner is a featured artist on Askart.com and was born in New York City, he studied at the American People's School, the Art Students League from 1946-47, Cooper Union, 1947-49, and New York University, 1949-52. He was a Humanities Instructor at Morehouse College, 1952-55, Professor of Art at Colby Jr College from 1958 to 60, and Professor of Art at Southern Connecticut State from 1960 to 1988. Fussiner exhibited works at the Slifka Center for Jewish Life at Yale as well as many other venues.
Howard Fussiner died on November 7, 2006, in New Haven, Connecticut.
Desert West Auction-Mar 30 & 31-Apr 01, 2012
Collectibles
2009 Original Acrylic Kuumo Anaji - R. Sanders Jr.
2009 Original Acrylic Kuumo Anaji - Richard Sanders Jr. Afrocentric abstract. Measures approx. 36''H x 24''W.
Collectibles
2011 Original Acrylic ''Luna Twilight'' - M. Benton
2011 Original Acrylic titled ''Luna Twilight'' - Major Benton. Very large canvas with wonderful purples. Measures approx. 48''H x 36''W. New Mexico artist.
Collectibles
1983 Original Watercolor ''October 28th'' - J. Gable
1983 Original Watercolor ''October 28th'' - John Gable. Kennebunkport Maine artist. John Gable, an original and incisive artist, combines a realist's style with his own independent spirit. His distinct sense of composition infuses his work with a quality of light and atmosphere that creates a mood beyond realism. The viewer shares John’s intimacy with the subjects he paints. His work exhibits a rare combination of technical facility and emotional involvement. His range is extremely broad, including works representing subject matter near the artists environment in Maine to studies of the Boston Classical Orchestra in concert and the annual "Head of the Charles" race. He has been involved in painting corporate murals. He completed a 65-foot mural for the Automotive Hall of Fame at Greenfield Village in Dearborn, Michigan. His rising international reputation was heightened by two major commissions which captured the spirit of the world-class America's Cup. The artist has many one-man shows in leading art galleries in New York City and around New England. His work may be found in private and corporate collections around the country. He was awarded the coveted William A. Paton Prize at the 161st Annual Exhibition of the National Academy of Design. Framed and matted, under glass. Very heavy. Visual measures approx. 18.25''H x 27.5''W.
Collectibles
Original Oil ''Tropical Storm'' - Denny Winters
Original Oil ''Tropical Storm'' - Denny Winters. Rockport Maine artist. Oil on canvas, framed in a metal frame. Measures approx. 43.75''H x 39''W.
Collectibles
Original Oil ''Snow'' - Tom Holt
Original Oil ''Snow'' - Tom Holt. Free-spirited by nature, Cliff/Silver City, NM artist Tom Holt has spent the better part of his life sampling the natural beauty of the American West, finding joy and serenity in sharing his vision, via paintbrush and canvas, with the world. He loves the Gila Wilderness. Framed in a wood frame. Measures approx. 23.25''H x 32''W.
Collectibles
Original Oil Southwestern Landscape - Pat Clayton
Original Oil Southwestern Landscape - Pat Clayton. Local New Mexico artist. Framed in a wood frame. Wonderful colors. Measures approx. 23.25''H x 35.25''W.
Collectibles
2004 Original Acrylic ''Silenzio'' - G. Fiabiane
2004 Original Acrylic ''Silenzio'' - Gabriella Fiabiane. Key West Florida artist. "Gabriella Fiabane comes from a family of painters and artists. Drawing and painting was an important foundation of her childhood. Primarily, Fiabane is self-taught, and has painted full time for the past decade focusing on her instinctive approach to art. Fiabane's artistic vision opens us to sweeping spaces and to what lays just under the surface. Her powerful landscapes and seascapes, for which she is best recognized, are personal and filled with a captivating, signature light. The universe on a Fiabane canvas is spacious. Her images have the power to wake memories of northern coasts shrouded in fog, cool misty mornings, or the watery back country bathed in soft translucent light." Eric Anfinson Could be named ''Door to Secret Garden''. Framed in a metal frame. Date and artist name on the back of the canvas. Measures approx. 23.5''H x 35.25''W.
Collectibles
2004 Key West Boatyard Series No 22 - Leo Gullick
2004 Key West Boatyard Series No 22 - Leo Gullick. Giclee print limited edition 1 of 25. Measures approx. 32''H x 24''W. Well known artist in Key West Florida. One of his most recent awards: Recipient, 2007 South Florida Cultural Consortium grant.Although I am known primarily for my photography, I recently had a show of drawings. As an artist I give myself the freedom to use whatever medium or subject matter inspires me. Two elements are consistent in my work, however, regardless of medium: abstraction and saturated color.
A brief bio
1953 Born in Wisconsin
1975 B.S. Botany, University of Wisconsin, Madison
2002 AS I SEE IT, Photographs of Mexico and Guatemala
2002,2005 Recipient, Anne McKee Artist’s Fund grant, Key West, Florida
2003 AS I SEE IT, Photographs of Venice, Italy, Lucky Street Gallery, Key West, Florida
2004 BOATYARD ABSTRACTIONS, Photographs of Key West, Lucky Street Gallery, Key West, Florida
2005 Photographs chosen for the set of MTV’s ‘Real World’
2005 Commissioned by Steam Plant Partners LLC in conjunction with the City of Key West
to photograph the Grinnell Street power plant
2006 POWER PLANT, Photographs, Lucky Street Gallery, Key West, Florida
2007 MANDALAS, Drawings Lucky Street Gallery, Key West, Florida
2007 Recipient, 2007 South Florida Cultural Consortium grant
Collectibles
Giclee Collage Print On Canvas - Mimi Hein
Giclee Collage Signed and Numbered Print On Canvas - Mimi Hein. Print is 4/100. Framed in a wood frame, matted, under glass. Visual measures approx. 11.75'' square. Signed by the artist.
Collectibles
Original Acrylic ''Ocean Waters'' - Major Benton
Original Acrylic ''Ocean Waters'' - Major Benton, Fort Zack Key West, FL 2005, measures approx. 36'' x 23.75'' very calming hues, provenance on back explaining thought process in creating this work.
Collectibles
Original Collage ''Nam Resolution'' - Major Benton
Original Collage ''Nam Resolution'' - ''The methods of suicide such as hanging and any other means that some soldiers resulted in using due to not being able to cope with a war that they didn't understand is depicted in this painting. Mixed Media painting measures 17.5'' x 13.5''. Signed "MB".
Collectibles
1996 Original Southwestern Pastel - G. S. Bemis
1996 Original Southwestern Pastel - Georgie Sichler Bemis. Framed in a wood frame, double matted, under glass. New Mexico artist. Georgie Bemis was born in New Mexico and raised in Tennessee. She returned to New Mexico in 1990 to learn more about painting and began working in pastels. Georgie is a signature member of the Pastel Society of America and the Pastel Society of New Mexico and teaches pastel workshops throughout the U.S. including the Taos Institute of Art in Taos, NM. She has won numerous awards at national and international shows and has work represented at the Liz-Beth Gallery in Knoxville and Framing Concepts in New Mexico. Visual measures approx. 10.75''H x 7.75''W.
Desert West Auction-Mar 30 & 31-Apr 01, 2012
Collectibles
1979 Print ''Eclipse By A Strange Planet'' - Adehead
1979 Signed Print ''Eclipse By A Strange Planet'' - A. Adehead. This is a signed and numbered print. 7/15. Signed in pencil by the artist. Framed in a metal frame, matted, under glass. Visual measures approx. 10''H x 7.5''W.
Collectibles
Volkswagen Photographs
Volkswagen Photographs, 1. VW Bus Print from original pencil by Chris 2. VW Print by Ed. 3. VW Graveyard Photo by Joseph Barnett, all are framed and 2 are matted, largest measures approx. 7.5'' x 9.5''
Collectibles
Original Oil Pastel ''Good Cop...Bad Cop'' - Benton
Original Oil Pastel ''Good Cop...Bad Cop'' - Major Benton, cubist style (geometric lines), very colorful, framed and double matted, measures approx. 7.5'' x 9.25''.
Collectibles
Original Pastel ''Sad Warrior'' by Major Benton
Original Pastel ''Sad Warrior'' by Major Benton, very bright colors, has cubist look of geometric lines, comes framed and visual measures approx. 9.5'' x 7.5''.
Collectibles
Taos Artisan Stained Glass Kaleidoscope
Artisan Stained Glass Kaleidoscope, purchased in Taos, NM, hand cut glass, fluid and bobble filled wand can be turned to create varied patterns for the viewing pleasure, fabulous for the young or young at heart, measures 9.5'' x 11.5''.
Collectibles
''Futility'' Self Portrait Collage - Major Benton
''Futility'' Self Portrait Collage - Major Benton, American Flag plus Vietnam Memorabilia, painted blue peace signs on field of flag, stripes on flag are cut to reveal red background, photo of Major Benton and military pin, measures approx. 20'' x 16''.
Collectibles
Original Pastels by Ginger Green
Two Original Pastels by Ginger Green, Key West, Florida artist, known for her Urban Island Art, mixed media artist, both are framed, under glass, the one that is matted is drawn on a brown paper bag, largest measures approx. 13.5'' X 10.5''.
Collectibles
Original Acrylic by Major Benton
Original Acrylic by Major Benton, mountain scene, very subdued hues, mounted on handmade frame of small wooden blocks, measures approx. 15.25'' x 14.25''
Collectibles
Original Gouache ''Blocks of Time'' - R. Marks
Original Gouache ''Blocks of Time'' - Roberta Marks (Key West, FL). "There are artists committed to a spiritual path who accept the challenge of compromising neither their art nor their spiritual discipline in the objects they create; and it is to this last category that Roberta Marks belongs. Her collages, paintings, and assemblages are traces, reminders, vestiges of her assiduous journeying and struggle – of her ultimate acceptance, too, of a universe that stretches from the stars to boxes of old clothes. We have to look long, and longingly, at these images of what is already past and that make that past present: (re)creations that exclude both resignation and any illusion of redemption; simple, subtle explorations of our very own world, so sad and so sublime." Harry Mathews Very large piece nicely done. Framed in a wood frame. Visual measures approx. 29.5''H x 41.5''W.
Collectibles
Book ''The Wisdom of Dolphins'' by Yoder & Benton
Softcover book: ''The Wisdom of Dolphins'' by Susan Yoder and Major Benton, copyright 2000 Sourcebooks, Inc. Included is the framed original cover which is a lovely 6.25'' x 8.5'' watercolor. ''The Wisdom of the Dolphins'' ...''offers insight into the often harmonious world of these mythic creatures, and gives readers a reason to adopt the ways of the dolphin into daily living.''
Collectibles
Original Art Form ''Mannequin Magic'' by M. Benton
Original Art Form ''Mannequin Magic'' by Major Benton, this brightly painted mannequin torso is the creation of Major Benton, he tells us that whenever he had extra paint he would use it on this mannequin form, brilliant colors adorn this piece. Measures 31.5'' X 13''.
Collectibles
1973 VW Beetle Jim Beam Decanter and Beetle Phone
1973 VW Beetle Jim Beam Decanter and 1988 VW Beetle Phone, decanter has unbroken seal (full of whiskey) and printed on the bottom of the car reads: Creation of James B. Beam Distilling Co. Regal China Corp. 1973, has some paint loss, also back bumper on car needs to be glued back on, phone made in 1988 by Columbia Telecommunications Group, Inc. East Rockway, New York. Decanter measures approx. 15''L x 5''H x 6''W and phone measures 8.5''L x 3''H x 3''W.
Desert West Auction-Mar 30 & 31-Apr 01, 2012
Collectibles
Haitian Wooden Figures by Moro
5 Haitian Wooden Figures by Moro, figures are in sitting position to sit on shelf, colorfully painted, largest measures 8.75'' x 4.75''.
Collectibles
Turquoise Nugget Horse Fetish Necklace - Martinson
Turquoise Nugget Horse Fetish Necklace by deceased artist Ellie Martinson, Deming, New Mexico.
Here is a quote by Ellie from when she was one of the artists represented in Major Benton's Gallery in Silver City, New Mexico.
Ellie Martinson stated
"I was wroking as a stain glass designer for a glass studio in Canada when I met my husband a historian. We traveled for 15 years in Canada and the United States, from Sea to shining Sea. He did research on early Man while I took photographs and learned about Artifacts, Beads and Collebtibles. After painting, stained glass work and other mediums, I eventually discovered my real passion" , Creating Beautiful Jewelry out of "Collectibl Beads". My entire life, "I Wished To Be An Artist," and one day I realized "I Am"."
This Necklace has a wide array of beautiful turquoise nuggets varying in color and matrix, hanging pendant includes large gorgeous turquoise nugget and horse fetish. Necklace measures 26'' end to end and fetish pendant 2'' x 1.5''.
Collectibles
Hopi Sterling Bracelet
Native American Hopi Sterling Bracelet - hallmarked, silver overlay, inside measures 6.75'' x .5''W.
Collectibles
Navajo Geometric Design Wool Weaving
Native American Navajo Geometric Design Wool Weaving. Approx 12'' x 12'' with fringe. Beautiful condition. 12'' x 12''.
Collectibles
Mexican Three Yei Weaving
Mexican Three Yei Weaving. Very nice condition. Corners intact. Depicts Corn Dancers, ceremonial spirits, that helped protect and grow bountiful crops and bring good luck and health to the home. 15''H x 21''L.
Collectibles
Mexican Three Yei Design Weaving
Mexican Three Yei Design Weaving. Clean and intact. Depicts Corn Dancers, ceremonial spirits that helped protect and grow bountiful crops and bringing good luck and health to the home. 14''H x 21''L
Collectibles
Mexican Runner Weaving Geometric Design on Red
Mexican Runner Weaving Geometric Design on Red background. Beautiful condition. Approx. 12''H x 42''L
Collectibles
Mexican Geometric Design Weaving
Mexican Geometric Design Weaving. Some less visible stains but in good condition with corner intact. Approximately 27'' x 57''.
Collectibles
Mexican Yei Design Weaving
Mexican Yei Design Weaving. Depicts Corn Dancers, ceremonial spirits that helped protect and grow bountiful crops and bringing good luck and health to the home. Some stains from usage but overall good condition. 20''H x 42''L
Collectibles
Mexican Geometric Diamond Decorated Weaving
Mexican Geometric Diamond Decorated Weaving. Some wear stains but basically clean and intact. Measures 19''h x 41''W.
Collectibles
Mexican Corn Dancer Yei Weaving
Mexican Corn Dancer Yei Weaving. Dancers are ceremonial spirits who protect and help crops be bountiful. In the home, the rug represents a haven of happiness and good fortune. Some light staining. 22''H x 40''W
Collectibles
Mexican Yei Cotton Weaving
Mexican Yei Weaving. According to Navajo belief, a Yei is a supernatural being or a holy one with healing powers. Yei can be male or female and are used during sacred rituals to heal sick people. Bottom left corner is stained but the rest is in nice condition. 30''H x 62''L