Marajoara Massive Terracotta Urn Fragment:
Pre-Columbian, Brazil, Marajoara culture, ca. 800 to 1400 CE. A large fragment from a massive ceramic funerary urn. This represents much of the neck of the vessel, with a protruding anthropomorphic face featuring a smaller zoomorphic head projecting from its forehead. Raised bands of clay form abstract symbols and a border around the head, giving the impression of large horns and two other faces. Swirling and labyrinthine geometric motifs, painted in red on the pale brown background, create an ornate surface and suggest ritual tattoos or scarification. Urns of this size have never been found in a complete and intact state. Size: 27″ W x 15″ H (68.6 cm x 38.1 cm); 19″ H (48.3 cm) on included custom stand.
The Marajoara – also known as the Marajo – flourished on Marajo Island, in the mouth of the Amazon River. They built impressive mounds and lived subsistence lifestyles while producing stylistically-unique, beautiful pottery like this. This was a large-scale civilization, contrary to what many European researchers believed of the Amazon before their discovery – the mounds ranged from 3 to 10 meters in height, and some sites cover more than 10 square kilometers and contain 20 to 30 individual mounds. Their figural pottery was mainly of females, representing roughly 70-90% of all known ceramic sculptures from the Marajoara and their neighbors the Santarem, which researchers believe indicates that chiefly descent came from a mythical female ancestor. During this period, both male and female figures are shown as shamans. Urns were buried in the many large cemeteries known from the region, and the soil conditions have preserved the human remains inside them quite well; as of yet, no formal studies have been undertaken on them, representing a potential treasure trove of information that could rewrite what we think of the ancient Amazon Basin.
Native American Stone Arrowhead Assortment (9):
Native American, United, States, Texas, Missouri, Arkansas, Ohio, and Idaho, Transitional Paleo to Mississippian Period, ca. 8000 BCE to 1500 CE (10,000 to 500 BP). A marvelous ensemble of 9 hand-knapped stone arrowheads displaying triangular basal notch, triangular stemmed, lanceolate, auriculate, triangular bifurcated, and corner notch forms. These handsome points can be classified into ten different types known as Bell, Hempstead Dalton, Scottsbluff Preform, Owl Cave, Steiner, Dalton, Rice Lobed, and St. Charles and boast lovely hues of caramel, butterscotch, ash grey, taupe, light puce, cream, and black. Size of largest: 2″ W x 6.375″ H (5.1 cm x 16.2 cm); Size of frame: 22″ W x 7.875″ H (55.9 cm x 20 cm)
Knapped lithics, like these examples, are made using percussion, striking them with other stones; the process required to get them the correct shape requires training and skill.
Large Antique Warren Telechron Train Station Clock:
Crafted from cast bronze, and features four stone clock faces and neoclassical decorations including scrolling foliage, torches and acorn motifs. It has its four original Type B-2 electric clock movements made by the Warren Telechron Company of Ashland, Massachusetts, which date the clock from 1926 to the early 1930s.
CIRCA: Early 20th Century
ORIGIN: USA
DIMENSIONS: H: 51″ W: 19″ D: 19″
CONDITION: Good condition. See lot description for details on item condition. More detailed condition requests can be obtained via email ([email protected]) or SMS (305) 333-4134. Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Akiba Antiques shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Indian Chandraketugarh Pottery Jar w/ Procession & TL:
South Asia, eastern India, Bengal, Chandraketugarh, ca. 2nd century BCE to 1st century CE. A marvelous mold-made pottery jar intricately decorated with the frieze of a procession. Sitting upon a round base, the vessel’s conical body features the relief of several bare-breasted male and female figures, all wearing thick, collar necklaces, bracelets, anklets, and lungis held at their waists by broad belts. The crowd is vast, with several heads and torsos of figures depicted in the background and lush trees and flowers scattered throughout. All are positioned in dramatic poses as though dancing or celebrating, while many hold various objects, such as musical horns, palm fans, spears, bows, and arrows. A deer, a dog, a child, and even an elephant are all participants in this joyous occasion. A register of several makaras – half-elephant, half-crocodilian sea creatures used as a vehicle for the gods (or “vahana”) to travel over large bodies of water – decorates the area below the celebration. Meanwhile, the corseted neck of the vessel is adorned by a gorgeous phytomorphic motif of abundant lotus flowers and the elegantly flared, annular rim showcases a band of seated birds, each carrying a branch in its beak. Size: 5.25″ in diameter x 7.25″ H (13.3 cm x 18.4 cm)
This piece has been tested using thermoluminescence (TL) analysis and has been found to be ancient and of the period stated. A full report will accompany purchase.
This piece has been searched against the Art Loss Register database and has been cleared. The Art Loss Register maintains the world’s largest database of stolen art, collectibles, and antiques.
Antique Book Methodist Hymnal, NY 1849:
The dimensions are Approx. 3″ x 4″.
This lot is located in Boca Raton, Fl. The shipping by Artelisted will be via USPS – First Class or Priority (tracking # will be provided via Stamps.com). If you wish to use the “media” mail (books only) via USPS, please send us an email and we will update the corresponding shipping cost. Sometimes Artelisted can decide to coordinate shipping with a third party (between buyer and contractor). Shipping insurance is the responsibility of the buyer. Ask us if you want to add insurance cost. Note that if there is loss or damage due to bad handling by the transporter, this loss will be assumed only by the buyer. Enquires are welcome, do not hesitate to contact us at your convenience, we are looking to providing you with an excellent service.
Condition: The lots offered in this sale have been selected among many options and always thinking of offering excellent opportunities to the customers. The vast majority are original of the time (unless otherwise indicated).. We have included quality images showing its current condition. Do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions.
Rare Photo NASA Apollo, Gemini, Astronauts, 1960s:
DIMENSIONS: 8.5 ” X 11″ (small variances can occur).
PROVENANCE: This historical photograph is from the heir/daughter of Chuck Pond. This is the exactly information we received from the daugther of Mr. Pond: “My dad was Chuck Pond, he was an aerial photographer for the Air Force, He later went to work for a company called Aerojet in Sacramento Ca. Aerojet was contracted by NASA to build and test rockets, my dad worked in the photo dept.and was given any film that was taken during any rocket testing and any pictures that were taken when they sent any of the Gemini rockets into space, this included pictures from the first moonwalk. My dad worked for Aerojet for many years until they closed down in the late 60s to early 70s. These are pictures my dad developed and printed while working at Aerojet.”. We have carefully reviewed this photograph and after a deep analysis and according with our experience it corresponds to the period of the Missions Apollo and Gemini during the 1960s. This photo was printed in KODAK Paper (The printing KODAK PAPER was commonly used in the 1960s and early 1970s) and in our opinion it is original from the negative. According with our conversation with the heir of Mr. Chuck Pond, the original negative might be in NASA possession.
IMPORTANCE: Historical photographs are very important. They are a wonderful way to remember what happened in the past. Historians examine them to see what life was like in the period they were shot. Historical photos can yield a lot of information and they are now part of important collections including The Library of Congress, Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History and many National Archives around the world.
This lot is located in Boca Raton, Fl and its shipment will be provided directly by Artelisted. The shippings will be via USPS First Class or Priority Mail (with a tracking number). The shipping insurance is not included and it is the buyers reponsibility. Ask us if you want to add insurance cost. Note that if there is loss or damage due to bad handling by the transporter, this loss will be assumed only by the buyer.
Condition: The lots offered in this sale have been selected among many options and always thinking of offering excellent opportunities to the customers. The vast majority are original of the time (unless otherwise indicated).. We have included quality images showing its current condition. Do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions.
Antique Book Judgement Of Plato, 1704:
The dimensions are Approx. 3″ x 4″.
This lot is located in Boca Raton, Fl. The shipping by Artelisted will be via USPS – First Class or Priority (tracking # will be provided via Stamps.com). If you wish to use the “media” mail (books only) via USPS, please send us an email and we will update the corresponding shipping cost. Sometimes Artelisted can decide to coordinate shipping with a third party (between buyer and contractor). Shipping insurance is the responsibility of the buyer. Ask us if you want to add insurance cost. Note that if there is loss or damage due to bad handling by the transporter, this loss will be assumed only by the buyer. Enquires are welcome, do not hesitate to contact us at your convenience, we are looking to providing you with an excellent service.
Condition: The lots offered in this sale have been selected among many options and always thinking of offering excellent opportunities to the customers. The vast majority are original of the time (unless otherwise indicated).. We have included quality images showing its current condition. Do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions.
Monumental Elio Raffaeli (b. 1936) Murano Sculpture:
A mid century modern Murano glass sculpture by Elio Raffaeli, features a clear glass abstract design standing over (6) feet tall fitted atop a cylindrical black glass base, incised at the base “Elio Raffaeli”. Displayed atop a chrome elevated base.
CIRCA: Mid-Late 20th Century
ORIGIN: Italy
DIMENSIONS: H: 76″ W: 14″
CONDITION: Good condition. See lot description for details on item condition. More detailed condition requests can be obtained via email ([email protected]) or SMS (305) 333-4134. Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Akiba Antiques shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Monumental Gothic Revival Candelabras:
A pair of monumental gothic revival style candelabras with seven candle holding arms with center raised arm. Features bronze foundations with intricate figural and acanthus leaf designs throughout. Finished on a tripod form, animal paw footed base.
CIRCA: Early 20th Cent.
ORIGIN: Contitinal
DIMENSIONS: H: 75″ x D: 24″
CONDITION: Great Condition, slight wear to finish. See lot description for details on item condition. More detailed condition requests can be obtained via email ([email protected]) or SMS (305) 333-4134. Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Akiba Antiques shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Billy Baldwin Decorative Elephant Sconces:
(4pc) Elephant wall sconces from the San Juan home of renowned American interior Designer, Billy Baldwin. Features hanging tassel and vine relief carved back plate with naturalistic ebonized wood elephant bust. Finished with bronze tusk designs and mounted clear glass shades. Provenance: Pictured in Billy Baldwin’s old San Juan home obtained from “Brighton Pavilion” (Pg 163 Billy Baldwin Decorates, Holt Rinehart Winston) Includes book.
CIRCA: Early 20th Cent.
DIMENSIONS: H: 14″ x D: 16″
CONDITION: Good condition, Signs of repairs at trunks, mild wear. See lot description for details on item condition. More detailed condition requests can be obtained via email ([email protected]) or SMS (305) 333-4134. Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Akiba Antiques shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
