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Monumental San Ildefonso Pueblo pot by world renowned potter Carmelita Dunlap. Dimensions 12 inches tall by 14.5 inches in diameter. Good original condition. No damage or restoration. Circa 1070's-80's.

Large fine brass wall torchiere. Circa 1880s. h. 21" w. 11" d. 13".

"Kabukie Execution" Dyptych oil on canvas, signed by on both pieces by Morris Gaylord Broderson (1928 - 2011) . Dimensions: Two pieces - Large 71" X 26" - Narrow 71" X 7.5". A large grand, powerfully tragic example of one of Broderson's iconic subjects. Broserson, deaf, studied at the Pasadena Art Museum and UCLA. He is know for his ability to draw together moving emotions of tragedy and compassion. Broderson's works have been purchased or exhibited by the Los Angeles County Museum of A...

Titled “Raw Hide” verso, oil on board, signed James Colt (lower left). James L. Colt (1922 – 2005) was born James Lee Clutter in Kansas City, Missouri. He changed his name to James Colt in 1977. His work has been exhibited in the National Art Club of New York as a charter member of Pastel Society of America and in the American Watercolor Society shows at the National Academy galleries in New York. He attributes his concentration on the 1870 era in his western paintings to his family hi...

“Texas Autumn” Oil on canvas laid down on board. Signed lower left: Harvey B. Coleman. An American original, Coleman, a listed artist, born in New York, was a self-taught landscape painter who demonstrated his own unique Masterful style. Moving from Chicago, to Fort Worth, Texas then to California in 1927, Coleman’s work was exhibited in the Texas Artists Exhibition in the 1920s and the California State Fair in 1930. This fine piece, painted in the Fort Worth area, captures the feelin...

"Mauna Loa" watercolor on paper, signed by David Howard Hitchcock lower left. Dimensions: 21" X 16.5" without frame. Less iconic Hitchcock pieces have sold for over $80,000.

Bring beauty into your home with this sublime De Wolfe still life. “Grapes” oil on canvas, signed by Sarah E Bender De Wolfe (1852 - 1935). Born in Washington, DC, Sarah Bender settled in San Francisco by 1865, married Harold De Wolfe and studied at the School of Design under Virgil Williams. De Wolfe, a member of San Francisco Artist Association, SF Women Artists, SF Guild of Arts, considered one of California’s best still-life specialists, has her work displayed at the Oakland Museu...

Large (8 feet tall) Grand oak bookcase attributed to Gustave Herter circa 1880. Note the unmatched fine cabinetry and artistic deep three dimensional carving. Herter brothers furniture is among America's finest and can be viewed in museums such as the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Dimensions: 97" high X 87" wide X 19.5" deep.

Excellent condition, 18k solid gold Hamilton wrist watch with 19 jewel Gold Medallion Movement (Hamilton's best movement). Circa 1949. 22mm w. 38 mm lug to lug.

Oil on canvas, "Eucalyptus on the Coast", signed lower right by William Ballantine Dorsey (1942 -Present). Dimensions: 19" X 24" The quintessential plein air painter, Dorsey travelled and trekked the California Coast embracing his artistic inspiration. Comp. for size, medium, subject, quality: "flower fields in eucalyptus landscape" lot # 159 sold at John Moran Auctioneers on June 19th, 2001 for $5,500.

Fine Elgin gold plated pocket watch. Watch has been serviced and oiled by master clock maker and runs great. Circa 1890s. Dimensions: approx. 3" X 2" X 1/4".

Handsome Rockford heavy gold plate pocket watch, includes fine chasing and 1895 inscription (see photos). Slight hairline flaw in crystal. Watch has been serviced and oiled by a master watchmaker and runs great. Circa 1895 Approx. 3' X 2" x 1/4".

“Coastal Bloom” Oil on canvas, signed by James Arthur Merriam (1880 – 1951). Born in Canada, famous listed artist James Merriam began his art career in Detroit, Michigan in 1897. He became a leading plein air painter in the California School with subjects including deserts, missions, Yosemite, Monterey, the High Sierra Mountains and Arizona deserts. Merriam settled in Los Angeles in 1920 where he continued his prolific career and remained until his death in 1951. Strong demand for Merr...

Antique 19th Century Mahogany nine Walter Durfee chime tube Grandfather Clock retailed by Tiffany and Co with Elliot movement. Includes three different chime tunes – Westminster, Whitington, and St. Michael, silent and chime settings, and a 29 1/2 day hand painting moon dial. Its nine tube are each signed "Walter H. Durfee & Co. Providence R.I." includes patent number. (Walter Durfee was the first and finest to gain a patent for grandfather clocks in America). The clock chimes on each quarte...

“Movin'em Out” oil on board, signed James Colt (lower left). James L. Colt (1922 – 2005) was born James Lee Clutter in Kansas City, Missouri. He changed his name to James Colt in 1977. His work has been exhibited in the National Art Club of New York as a charter member of Pastel Society of America and in the American Watercolor Society shows at the National Academy galleries in New York. He attributes his concentration on the 1870 era in his western paintings to his family history. Hi...

Oil on canvas, "Desert Mountain", signed by Darwin William Duncan (1905 - 2002) lower right. Dimensions: 19.75" X 23". Refined California Plein Air painter, Duncan was a member of Laguna Beach Art Association and Museum, California, the Paramount Art Association, Huntington Beach Art Association. Duncan often painted with renowned artists Edgar Payne, Sam Hyde Harris, Karl Albert and Don Miles.

Three piece rosewood Rococo parlor set in the Hawkins rose pattern manufactured by J.W. Meeks Including a sofa with a pair of matching chairs upholstered in a beautiful fabric - note chair fabric is different than sofa fabric. Circa 1850. Dimensions: Couch - 48" high X 64" wide X 38" deep. Chairs - 43" high X 19" wide X 19" deep each. Ask about buying the couch or chairs separately.

100% genuine authentic Antique Victorian mother of pearl and solid gold fountain pen and original case. The beautifully hand carved shaft is made of iridescent rich solid mother of pearl. The gold is finely chased with a Victorian pattern and signed E.J. Wertz Chicago. Tip size #2. 6 inches long. Circa 1890s.