Three sheets of unused New ZealandThree sheets of unused New Zealand stamps, Poaka 3d-1d, Kotuku 2d-1d and karearea 3d-1d, approx 320 stamps, various conditions
Assortment of unused sheets, NewAssortment of unused sheets, New Zealand birds. Tete 2d-1d, Kotare 2d-1d, Kereru 3d-1d, Various conditions
18th Century Views of New Zealandconsisting18th Century Views of New Zealandconsisting of (2) fold-out copperplate engravings from ''An Historical Collection of the Several Voyages and Discoveries in the South Pacific Ocean'' by Alexander Dalrymple 1770-71. Four scenes on two plates recreate 17th century Dutch originals showing ''Murderers Bay '' ''Abel Tasman's Bay'' and ''Anamocka.'' Presented behind a mat in a gilt frame.DOA 24 x 19.5 in.Not examined out of the frame.
NEW ZEALAND PARTIAL BLACK AND GREENNEW ZEALAND PARTIAL BLACK AND GREEN PAINTED WOOD TEWHATEWHANew Zealand Partial Black and Green Painted Wood Tewhatewha
3PC HAWAIIAN TAPA CLOTHS Hawaii,Early3PC HAWAIIAN TAPA CLOTHS Hawaii,Early 20th CenturyIncludes a square cloth decorated with four quadrants of brown and rust geometric patterns, a cloth decorated with brown repeating geometric patterns, and a large cloth decorated with brown and tan geometric patterns.
Maori Tewhatewha Hardwood Club,Maori Tewhatewha Hardwood Club, New Zealand, early/mid 20th century axe formed head with carved geometric and floral motifs, feather bundle to plain shaft and pointed end
Some loss to axe bit and minor chips and abrasions to head
length 67 in — 170.2 cm
[EXPLORATION -- AUSTRALIA & NEW[EXPLORATION -- AUSTRALIA & NEW ZEALAND]. HAMILTON, Augustus (1853-1913). Maori Art. [The Art Workmanship of the Maori Race in New Zealand]. Dunedin & Wellington, New Zealand: The Governors of the New Zealand Institute, 1896-1901.
5 original parts in one volume, 4to (303 x 246 mm). Portrait frontispiece, facsimile title-page from 1896 edition, numerous illustrations (some double-page), 3pp. notices bound-in. Original black art canvas gilt, decoratively stained edges, by Fergusson & Mitchell with their ticket (light rubbing, a few corners bumped); original printed wrappers bound in.
Second edition of Hamilton’s work. New Zealand Parliament passed the Maori Antiquities act in 1901, arousing interest in the preservation of Maori relics. Hamilton was named director of the Colonial (later Dominion) Museum in 1903 after they decided they needed to emphasize the preservation of Maori material.
ARTS & CRAFTS FRAMED TILES. NewARTS & CRAFTS FRAMED TILES. New Zealand and America 20th century. Two green and yellow floral tiles stamped ''New Zealand'' 6'' x 6'' in an oak ''Dard Hunter'' frame. Branded signature. 17.75''h. 11.75''w.
Six sheets of unused New ZealandSix sheets of unused New Zealand bird stamps-2 1/2D, 3D, Kakariki, Tieke, Kaka, Korora, Tarapunga, in various conditions
ALEXANDER ZAKLYNSKY MODERN PATTERNALEXANDER ZAKLYNSKY MODERN PATTERN PAINTING Iceland, Rhode Island,b.1978Alexander Zaklynsky, Pattern, circa 2012. Originally a Rhode Island native, Alexander currently resides in Reykjavik, Iceland where he actively exhibits and has completed two public commissions, the Journey Monument, Arnastapi and the Sirkus Port, Reykjavik.
ALEXANDER ZAKLYNSKY MODERN PATTERNALEXANDER ZAKLYNSKY MODERN PATTERN PAINTING Iceland, Rhode Island,b.1978Alexander Zaklynsky, Pattern, circa 2012. Originally a Rhode Island native, Alexander currently resides in Reykjavik, Iceland where he actively exhibits and has completed two public commissions, the Journey Monument, Arnastapi and the Sirkus Port, Reykjavik.
A rectangular Tonga tapa cloth,A rectangular Tonga tapa cloth, a central heraldic shield flanked by two depictions of Ha'amonga 'a Maui, decorated hermit crabs and Tonga mounga kihe loto above and below, with a geometric design border, approximately 125cm wide x 100cm long
19TH C. MAORI WOOD HOE KOWHAIWHAI19TH C. MAORI WOOD HOE KOWHAIWHAI MOTIFS, ABSTRACT TIKI...**First Time At Auction**
Oceania, New Zealand, Maori culture, likely Te Arawa people, ca. late 19th to early 20th century CE. A superb wooden paddle known a "hoe" that was intended for dance or ceremony, rather than for propelling a boat. The blade has swirled spirals and the other side has scrolling motifs, known as kowhaiwhai - chevron and stepped motifs continue on the handle - leaving areas bare for gripping. Just above the blade is an abstract tiki face inlaid with nacre shell eyes. Maori wood carving is an incredible art form, its practitioners rightly recognized as masters. Their woodcarving tradition lasted in many areas into the later nineteenth century despite colonization and missionaries. Carving schools in several areas of the country kept the Maori tradition alive. Carvers used local trees, and a prayer known as a karakia would be said prior to cutting them down, thus showing respect for the forest. Size: 5" W x 59.75" H (12.7 cm x 151.8 cm)
The kowhaiwhai patterning, although geometric, are derived from the natural world - inspired by plants and animals. The intricacy of these carvings suggests a ceremonial or dance purpose, although by the late 19th century, paddles were produced for commerce. The Maori, and in particular the Te Arawa people, explored and settled the coast of New Zealand by boat, and canoes played a large role in their culture and mythology. In fact, the Te Arawa name comes from the great ancestral canoe that carried them to the islands, and unsurprisingly paddles / spade shaped tools were incorporated into ritual and daily life on land as well as the water.
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Provenance: Private Vero Beach, Florida, USA collection, acquired from Morning Star Gallery, Santa Fe, New Mexico, USA in 2000
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Condition:
Chips and abrasions to blade and handle, and stable pressure fissure on blade. Otherwise intact and excellent.
BASKET PATTERN QUILT. PolychromeBASKET PATTERN QUILT. Polychrome cotton quilt in shades of pink brown and black in patterned and plain fabrics. 72'' x 88'' Some discoloration and spotting. Edge wear.
Unused- New Zealand Bellbird 3d-1dUnused- New Zealand Bellbird 3d-1d and Weka 4d-1d, 1966, approx 240 stamps, various conditions
KAHU HURUHURU (FEATHER CLOAK) 20thKAHU HURUHURU (FEATHER CLOAK) 20th c., New Zealand, string, cotton, pheasant feathers, paua shell, 34"l x 42.5"w
Five sheet metal quilting Five sheet metal quilting patterns In pineapple, heart, geometric shapes. 8 in.
A Japanese Pattern Book probablyA Japanese Pattern Book probably early-to-mid 20th c. comprised of 100 woodblock prints in vibrant colors with metallic highlights saddle bound overall height 9 1/2 in. width 6 1/4 in. depth 5/8 in. Provenance: Estate of noted artist architect and antiquarian James R. Lamantia Jr. (1923-2011).
Two sheets of vintage New ZealandTwo sheets of vintage New Zealand stamps 2D and 3D, approx 160 x 2, various conditions
New Zealand: QV ''Chalon Head''New Zealand: QV ''Chalon Head'' used definitives on page
A collection of Maori moss agateA collection of Maori moss agate figures, a beaver, a turtle, a malachite bead necklace, a plastic bead necklace and two pebbles
A Worcester Kakiemon Phoenix patternA Worcester Kakiemon Phoenix pattern plate, 22cm diameter and a quail pattern shell dish
Maori Mere Pounamu (GreenstoneMaori Mere Pounamu (Greenstone Maori Hand Club)tapering form with rounded flat end and carved details to handle with pierced hole to handle; also known as a patu pounamu.15.25 x 3 3/8 in.Some very minor roughness to rounded end.
A Navajo Wool Weaving in the mannerA Navajo Wool Weaving in the manner of the Two Grey Hills pattern having repeating bands of geometric decoration in tones of black grey brown and white. 5 feet 6 1/2 inches x 3 feet 3 inches.
A 19th c. tribal Maori paddle intricatelyA 19th c. tribal Maori paddle intricately carved with a geometric design the handle depicting tribesmen measuring approx. 118 cm.
MAORI CEREMONIAL CLUB 15 ½" xMAORI CEREMONIAL CLUB 15 ½" x 3 ?" Carved wood ceremonial club with geometric patterns.
DRESDEN PLATE PATTERN QUILTDresdenDRESDEN PLATE PATTERN QUILTDresden Plate pattern quilt. white with yellow border, 30 squares. 79 1/4" x 90". Some staining to reverse.
BOSTON COMMONS AND DRESDEN PLATEBOSTON COMMONS AND DRESDEN PLATE PATTERN QUILTSThe two quilts in feedsack fabrics as shown, both are hand-quilted. ONSITE AUCTION: This on-site auction is intended to be local pick-up or local delivery only. Winning bidders who require packing and shipping agree to pay a handling fee of $20 per lot for transportation from the sale location to our shipping facility. All standard shipping and handling charges will apply in addition to this fee.Measure 88 x 80 and 95 x 77 inches.Scattered stains, toning and tatters.
Box Old Maori Hei Tiki PendantBox Old Maori Hei Tiki Pendant etc.
APPLIQUE QUILT. Hawiian style quiltAPPLIQUE QUILT. Hawiian style quilt with white ground and pale green decoration. 58'' x 88''. It is possibly 1930's to 1950's. All hand stitched. A few rust spots and stains. A yellowed fold stain on back in the middle.
RARE DATED & SIGNED HAWAIIAN APPLIQUERARE DATED & SIGNED HAWAIIAN APPLIQUE QUILTHawaiian applique quilt in two shades of pink cotton or cotton sateen, ink-Inscribed en verso to one corner, "1932/Peter Leilani Kaaekuahiwi/From Mother". All appliqued and quilted by hand. The reverse applique on top reveals a lighter coral-colored cloth of the foundation. The quilting thread is yellow and the backing is a light coral color. The pattern name is unknown. 70" x 80". Note: Peter Leilani's mother, the quiltmaker, was A'keao Akana Kaaekuahiwi (b. 1889) and is listed in a 1910 Hawaiian census as a native Asiatic Hawaiian. Peter Leilani (1911-1989), was the oldest of her 8 children.
Private Bristol, Tennessee collection.
Condition:
Overall good condition. Even discoloration/fading to backing fabric. Tiny holes evenly spaced might be evidence that the quilt was once tied. Some holes show minute fabric loss.
Kiwai Island, Papua, New GuineaKiwai Island, Papua, New Guinea Jade Axe Head, the well-shaped piece of dark green nephrite jade with one pointed end and a broad cutting end, the broad end with nicely honed edge and very good polish, collected before 1935, l. 5-1/2".
Ohotaq Mikkigak ??? ??? (1936-2014),Ohotaq Mikkigak ??? ??? (1936-2014), Kinngait (Cape Dorset) FLOCK OF BIRDS, 2001 titled, dated and numbered 26/50; artist's name in Roman and syllabics; unframed sheet 15 x 18 in — 38.1 x 45.7 cm
EARLY AMERICAN QUILT DRESDEN PLATEEARLY AMERICAN QUILT DRESDEN PLATE PATTERNSewn in the Dresden plate pattern with mint green border 96'' L x 79'' W. Early 20th century. Private collection Metamora Mi.
First quarter 19th century eachFirst quarter 19th century each with grey crown and script New Bond Street mark each with borders painted in the ''Rich Kakiemon'' style in the ''Dejeuney'' pattern of polychrome flowers within trellised oval cartouches on a cobalt blue ground with rich gilt foliate ornamentation centering the crest of a black boar's head resting on a blue and white striped baton monogrammed ''JB'' 10 pcs each. 8.5'' Dia.
NATIVE AMERICAN 'STORM PATTERN'NATIVE AMERICAN 'STORM PATTERN' WEAVING, NAVAJO, CIRCA 1970NATIVE AMERICAN 'STORM PATTERN' WEAVING, NAVAJO, CIRCA 1970, natural and aniline dyed homespun wool, brick red and black against shaded grey ground, h: 36 x w: 28 1/2 in.