A pair of Joule Electra VZN-100 Mk IV Marquis vacuum-tube monoblock power amplifiers, accompanied by their matching external Variac control unit. Handcrafted in the United States, these amplifiers represent Jud Barber’s distinctive approach to high-end tube amplification, combining an output-transformerless circuit with individually adjustable output tubes and substantial separate chassis. Rear labels identify the amplifiers as VZN-100MIV/101A and VZN-100MIV/101B, confirming the fourth-generation model and corresponding A/B designations. Forest-green, leather-grained coverings, glossy black top plates and gold-colored Joule Electra Marquis lettering give the components a coordinated appearance. Each amplifier carries six large output tubes arranged in two rows of three, accompanied by five smaller tubes, a recessed digital meter and an array of adjustment controls. Brass-colored fasteners punctuate the dark surfaces, while the exposed glass tubes give the pair the unmistakable appearance of specialist tube equipment. The Marquis belongs to Joule Electra’s output-transformerless, or OTL, amplifier family. Conventional tube power amplifiers use an output transformer to couple their output stage to the loudspeaker. Barber’s design dispenses with that component, using a bank of high-current triodes to drive the speaker directly. This approach was central to the company’s pursuit of transparency, musical detail and immediacy, and distinguishes the Marquis from more conventional transformer-coupled designs. The VZN-100 family was designed to deliver approximately 100 watts per channel, with each monoblock providing an independent power stage for one side of a stereo system. The accompanying Variac supplies adjustable voltage to the output-tube filament circuit, while the accessible controls and built-in meters allow the owner to monitor and adjust operating settings. Source selection and volume control are supplied by an external preamplifier. The installed large tubes bear Cyrillic 6С33С-В markings, commonly rendered commercially as 6C33C-B. Visible smaller-tube markings include Sylvania 6350 and JAN Philips. Rear connections include RCA inputs, speaker binding posts, power connectors, fuse holders and small toggle switches. The green-covered wooden enclosures are consistent with Joule Electra’s standard cabinet construction. Connecting leads, an additional loose large tube and a detached control knob accompany the system. From the estate of a dedicated high-end audio enthusiast whose collection was notably well kept. The amplifiers present attractively and are reported to have been functional during the owner’s use. Visible cosmetic wear includes fine surface scratches and wiping marks to the glossy black tops, with scattered dust and minor wear to the coverings and trim. One adjustment position is shown without its knob; a loose knob of similar appearance is included, although its fit and mounting condition have not been confirmed. A rear power-inlet housing appears to show a split along its lower edge, requiring closer inspection. APAA has not tested the amplifiers, accompanying Variac or tubes and has not verified their current electrical or audio performance. The detached control and apparent inlet damage should be inspected before operation. Auction Estimate: $3,000–$4,000. Note Regarding Shipping Services: This item is exceptionally large and/or heavy, and may require custom boxing or crating depending on the intended destination and available carrier services. For more information prior to bidding, please email us at Shipping@AlaskaPremierAuctions.com or call/text us at 907.570.7050.

Six coordinated, glass-fronted entomological displays containing twenty-two mounted insects: eighteen butterflies and four lanternflies. Probably twentieth century, the cases have black frames, recessed gilt-toned inner borders and off-white grounds, with printed identification slips beneath the specimens. Fourteen butterflies occupy the largest upright case; four smaller cases each contain one butterfly, while a long horizontal case presents the four lanternflies with their wings spread. The principal butterfly arrangement sets contrasting wing structures and patterns side by side. A great orange-tip, with vivid orange forewing tips above broad white hindwings, anchors the upper center. Below are a large, cream-streaked dark butterfly and a red Helen swallowtail with pale hindwing patches, orange marginal markings and broad, spoon-shaped tails. The right column includes a long-tailed swordtail and a common bluebottle, its green-blue band extending across otherwise black wings. A small black butterfly with luminous violet-white wing patches appears to be a male great eggfly, although the accompanying slip incorrectly identifies it as a female common imperial. The individual displays carry labels for red Helen, redspot sawtooth, plain tiger and magpie crow. They include both upper- and underside presentations: the sawtooth’s yellow hindwings, strong dark veins and small red basal spots are particularly clear. The horizontal display presents four lanternflies, planthoppers belonging to the order Hemiptera and family Fulgoridae. Their elongated head projections and contrasting fore- and hindwing colors distinguish them from the butterflies. The four slips beneath them nevertheless bear beetle names. These and other apparent label mismatches should not be taken as verified scientific identifications. The specimens retain substantial color, with localized wing-scale wear and some losses to delicate appendages. The second lanternfly from the left lacks the long head projection seen on the others. Frames show scattered scuffs and small finish losses, and the paper-sealed backs carry small numbered slips; no collector, collection date or capture locality is recorded in the photographed labeling. The largest upright case measures approximately 12.5” wide × 2” deep × 14.5” high. Auction Estimate: $300–$500.

Eight coordinated, glass-fronted insect displays containing twenty-eight mounted specimens: twenty-six beetles, one lanternfly and one female jungle nymph. Imposing rhinoceros and stag beetles, a broad-bodied violin beetle and the large green jungle nymph give the group particular visual variety. Black frames with recessed gold-toned borders surround pale mounting grounds, giving the collection a consistent presentation while allowing the insects’ varied silhouettes, metallic colors and delicate wing structures to stand out. Eighteen specimens occupy the largest horizontal case in two rows of nine; seven smaller cases contain three paired displays and four individual specimens. The rhinoceros beetles provide some of the collection’s most dramatic subjects. Paired examples labeled Xylotrupes gideon, Chalcosoma atlas and Eupatorus gracilicornis contrast the males’ prominent horns with the more compact, hornless females. The Atlas beetles are particularly striking, with three long, curved horns extending above their glossy dark bodies. One individually framed male is displayed with its hardened wing covers raised and translucent, amber-colored flight wings spread. A female in the paired Atlas display is also presented with wings extended, revealing structures ordinarily concealed when the insect is at rest. An individually framed stag beetle labeled Odontolabis intermedius carries broad, curved mandibles above its polished black body. Beside it, a violin beetle labeled Mormolyce castelnaudi, with the common name “Ghost Walker,” has a narrow head and thorax, long legs and flattened, flaring brown wing covers. These expanded covers create its distinctive outline; they are separate from the membranous flight wings displayed on the Atlas specimens. The tall upright case contains a female jungle nymph, Heteropteryx dilatata, a large Southeast Asian stick insect of the order Phasmatodea, with a heavily segmented green body, spined legs and short wings. Pinkish, translucent hind wings are visible beneath the green forewings. Despite its common name, this is an adult insect. Its leaflike coloring and angular limbs offer a striking contrast to the dark, heavily armored beetles elsewhere in the group. The largest case brings together eighteen varied specimens, including stag and rhinoceros beetles, longhorn beetles with sweeping antennae, metallic green beetles and a long-snouted lanternfly. Together, the displays offer a close view of the extraordinary differences in insect anatomy, from branching horns and elongated jaws to reflective wing covers and finely veined flight wings. Printed identification slips accompany the specimens, although some appear incorrectly assigned. In the large case, a longhorn beetle is labeled as a jewel beetle, while the lanternfly carries a beetle identification. The longhorn belongs to the beetle family Cerambycidae, while the lanternfly is a planthopper of the order Hemiptera, family Fulgoridae. The labels are retained as part of the displays and should not be treated as a fully verified species inventory. Condition includes scuffs and scattered chips to the black frames, localized discoloration to the mounting grounds, and some losses or damage to delicate appendages. Spread wings and projecting legs and antennae are particularly fragile. The largest horizontal case measures approximately 26″ wide × 11″ high, for size reference. Auction Estimate: $300–$500.

Year: 2012 Make: Chevrolet Model: Impala Mileage: 81,421 VIN: 2G1WD5E35C1286802 Drivetrain: FWD Engine: 3.6L V6 Transmission: Automatic Fuel: Gasoline Color: Black Title: Clean Registration: Expired With fewer than 82,000 miles, this black 2012 Chevrolet Impala combines a roomy full-size sedan body with Chevrolet's 3.6L V6 and a former police-service configuration. A driver's-side spotlight, black steel wheels, and a molded rear transport bench distinguish it from a standard passenger-car interior. Two additional mounted winter tires are included. The front cabin retains gray cloth bucket seats, a power driver's seat, cruise control, steering-wheel controls, power windows and locks, factory audio, and climate controls. The rear compartment has plain door panels and a hard molded bench in place of conventional upholstered seating. An SS badge is fitted to the exterior; this is a Police-series Impala, not a factory SS model. The exterior shows scratches, chips, scuffs, and other wear from use. The driver's seat has a hole, the horn was inoperative, and the inspection sheet notes an internal chip in the driver's-side windshield area. The cabin would benefit from cleaning. At the time of our team's cataloging inspection, the Impala started and idled properly, the transmission engaged, and forward and reverse movement were verified. The brake pedal, parking brake, steering, power windows and locks, radio, and climate controls passed the limited check. No warning lights or visible fluid leaks were noted, and the checked fluids were recorded as satisfactory. These findings describe the cataloging check rather than a comprehensive mechanical evaluation. VEHICLE CONDITION & INSPECTION NOTICE Vehicle descriptions are based on general observations made during the cataloging process and are not intended to constitute a comprehensive mechanical inspection or guarantee of condition. Unless specifically stated otherwise, no comprehensive mechanical inspection or diagnostic evaluation has been performed. All photographs are considered part of the vehicle description and should be reviewed carefully prior to bidding. VEHICLE SELLS AS IS, WHERE IS, WITH NO WARRANTIES EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED. BUYERS ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR SATISFYING THEMSELVES AS TO THE VEHICLE'S CONDITION, MILEAGE, EQUIPMENT, AND MECHANICAL OPERATION PRIOR TO BIDDING. STATEMENTS REGARDING STARTING, RUNNING, DRIVING, OR OTHER FUNCTIONALITY REFLECT OUR OBSERVATIONS AT THE TIME OF CATALOGING AND ARE NOT A GUARANTEE OF FUTURE CONDITION OR PERFORMANCE. ALL BIDS AND SALES ARE FINAL. Prospective buyers are strongly encouraged to inspect the vehicle in person prior to bidding. Preview appointments may be arranged by contacting our office at 907.570.7050 or Admin@AlaskaPremierAuctions.com at least 24 hours prior to the auction closing date. If an in-person preview is not possible, we may be able to provide additional photographs or a virtual video preview with advance notice, time permitting.

Year: 2012 Make: Chevrolet Model: Impala Mileage: 128,642 VIN: 2G1WD5E37C1285411 Drivetrain: FWD Engine: 3.6L V6 Transmission: Automatic Fuel: Gasoline Color: Blue Title: Clean Registration: Expired This blue 2012 Chevrolet Impala offers the space of a full-size sedan with a 3.6L V6, front-wheel drive, and a former police-service layout. A driver's-side spotlight, a molded rear transport bench, and remaining equipment mounting points give it particular appeal as a fleet-car project for a buyer prepared to address its mechanical and cosmetic needs. Additional mounted tires are included as photographed. The front cabin has gray cloth bucket seats, power driver's-seat adjustment, power windows and locks, cruise control, factory audio, and climate controls. Plain rear door panels accompany the hard molded rear bench. Mounting hardware, removed trim, and wiring remain visible in the cabin and trunk. The exterior shows substantial wear and damage, including numerous dents, scratches, paint loss, rust, former equipment holes, front-bumper damage, and a split rear bumper. Small windshield cracks and a crack in the driver's-side mirror were noted. The horn was inoperative. The radio operated through the rear speakers, but the front speakers did not work. During our team's cataloging inspection, an unusual scratching or knocking sound was noted when the accelerator was pressed. Its source and significance were not diagnosed. The disclosed noise warrants evaluation before the vehicle is put into service. VEHICLE CONDITION & INSPECTION NOTICE Vehicle descriptions are based on general observations made during the cataloging process and are not intended to constitute a comprehensive mechanical inspection or guarantee of condition. Unless specifically stated otherwise, no comprehensive mechanical inspection or diagnostic evaluation has been performed. All photographs are considered part of the vehicle description and should be reviewed carefully prior to bidding. VEHICLE SELLS AS IS, WHERE IS, WITH NO WARRANTIES EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED. BUYERS ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR SATISFYING THEMSELVES AS TO THE VEHICLE'S CONDITION, MILEAGE, EQUIPMENT, AND MECHANICAL OPERATION PRIOR TO BIDDING. STATEMENTS REGARDING STARTING, RUNNING, DRIVING, OR OTHER FUNCTIONALITY REFLECT OUR OBSERVATIONS AT THE TIME OF CATALOGING AND ARE NOT A GUARANTEE OF FUTURE CONDITION OR PERFORMANCE. ALL BIDS AND SALES ARE FINAL. Prospective buyers are strongly encouraged to inspect the vehicle in person prior to bidding. Preview appointments may be arranged by contacting our office at 907.570.7050 or Admin@AlaskaPremierAuctions.com at least 24 hours prior to the auction closing date. If an in-person preview is not possible, we may be able to provide additional photographs or a virtual video preview with advance notice, time permitting.

Year: 2003 Make: Homemade VIN: AK66981 Axles: 2 Deck Dimensions: Approx. 23' x 8' Coupler: 2-inch ball Color: Black Title: Clean Registration: Expired With an approximately 23-foot by 8-foot deck, this tandem-axle snowmachine and utility trailer offers substantial open loading space for recreational machines and other cargo within appropriate load limits. Its low deck, ski-guide strips, perimeter tie-down points, and paired front panels make it a useful configuration for a buyer seeking a dedicated recreational hauler or a trailer to refurbish for general utility use. The trailer has a steel frame, a wood-panel deck, tandem axles, steel wheels, a tongue jack, safety chains, and a 2-inch ball coupler. The tongue is marked with Alaska-assigned identifier AK66981. It is recorded as a 2003 homemade trailer with a clean title and expired registration. The deck shows weathering, surface wear, and areas of deterioration. The frame has paint loss and surface corrosion, and multiple side-marker light lenses are missing or damaged, with exposed wiring visible. The photographs show the trailer's condition; lighting, brakes, bearings, and roadworthiness are not established by an operational inspection in the available record. No verified trailer GVWR or payload rating is supplied. The coupler marking is a component rating and should not be treated as the trailer's load capacity. VEHICLE CONDITION & INSPECTION NOTICE Vehicle descriptions are based on general observations made during the cataloging process and are not intended to constitute a comprehensive mechanical inspection or guarantee of condition. Unless specifically stated otherwise, no comprehensive mechanical inspection or diagnostic evaluation has been performed. All photographs are considered part of the vehicle description and should be reviewed carefully prior to bidding. VEHICLE SELLS AS IS, WHERE IS, WITH NO WARRANTIES EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED. BUYERS ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR SATISFYING THEMSELVES AS TO THE VEHICLE'S CONDITION, MILEAGE, EQUIPMENT, AND MECHANICAL OPERATION PRIOR TO BIDDING. STATEMENTS REGARDING STARTING, RUNNING, DRIVING, OR OTHER FUNCTIONALITY REFLECT OUR OBSERVATIONS AT THE TIME OF CATALOGING AND ARE NOT A GUARANTEE OF FUTURE CONDITION OR PERFORMANCE. ALL BIDS AND SALES ARE FINAL. Prospective buyers are strongly encouraged to inspect the vehicle in person prior to bidding. Preview appointments may be arranged by contacting our office at 907.570.7050 or Admin@AlaskaPremierAuctions.com at least 24 hours prior to the auction closing date. If an in-person preview is not possible, we may be able to provide additional photographs or a virtual video preview with advance notice, time permitting.

Two pre-contact Punuk spindle whorl artifacts carved from finely mineralized walrus tusk, circa AD 800–1400, collected on St. Lawrence Island. Their broad oval forms, convex upper surfaces and flat undersides are enriched with beautifully composed geometric engraving. Closely related to the decorated example published by Henry B. Collins in Archeology of St. Lawrence Island, Alaska (1937), plate 67, figure 2, they combine the weight and pierced construction of rotational implements with the carefully ordered ornament characteristic of Punuk carving. The larger has an asymmetrical dome encircled by a band of small ringed pits, with branching geometric lines extending toward the base. The engraving responds to the curved surface, dividing it into distinct but connected fields. Several pits retain pale or dark material of undetermined composition. Its central opening passes through the body, with localized chipping at the upper edge and natural checks crossing the engraved pattern. The companion has a lower, more regular dome, decorated with concentric bands joined by short crossbars and four ring-and-dot devices. An additional engraved border follows the flat underside, extending the decoration beyond the principal viewing surface. Cream, honey and brown tones in the mineralized tusk contrast with darker recesses, making the precision and rhythm of the designs especially legible. The lower opening contains retained material and is not an unobstructed through-channel; faint writing appears near the upper border. As spindle whorls, these weighted components would have fitted around a spindle, helping sustain and regulate its rotation while fibers or sinew were twisted into thread or cord. A related use as spinning tops or spindle-buzz toys remains possible. Collins favored the toy interpretation for this class, reconsidering Nelson’s earlier account of sinew-spinning equipment. In either use, the elaborate engraving shows the care devoted to small objects made to be handled and set in motion. Both retain their overall forms and extensive decoration, with scratches, checking, pits, worn edges and localized surface losses. Glossy areas and retained material are present; their composition and any later surface treatment are unrecorded. The larger measures approximately 3 inches long × 2.25 inches wide × 1.5 inches high. Provenance: From the collection of Karl R. Reinhard, D.V.M., Ph.D.; subsequently by family descent. A veterinarian and microbiologist whose field career extended from New Guinea to Alaska, Reinhard served with the United States Public Health Service beginning in 1951. During health-study visits to St. Lawrence Island between 1954 and 1960, he developed lasting friendships with residents of Gambell and Savoonga and assembled a collection of Indigenous artwork and historic objects. He remembered these years as the “golden period” of his career and later drew upon them for People of the Squeezed-Out Land: The Art and Times of an Eskimo Artist, an unpublished manuscript preserved in an annotated April 1975 draft. According to information provided by Reinhard’s family, the collection was exhibited at the University of Nebraska State Museum in Lincoln, Nebraska, in 1993–94. Auction Estimate: $600–$800.

Year: 2013 Make: Ford Model: Escape Mileage: 140,730 VIN: 1FMCU9GX5DUC37408 Drivetrain: 4WD Engine: 1.6L Turbo Four-Cylinder Transmission: Automatic Fuel: Gasoline Color: White Title: Clean Registration: Expired This 2013 Ford Escape SE offers four-wheel drive, turbocharged four-cylinder power, and a flexible passenger-and-cargo layout in a compact SUV. Its folding rear seat and accessible liftgate make it useful for everyday errands and hauling gear, while cruise control, steering-wheel controls, and power accessories provide familiar daily-driver conveniences. The two-tone interior has cloth seating, fitted front-seat covers, a center console, factory audio/infotainment, and climate controls. Steel wheels are fitted with winter-tread tires. The cabin shows dirt and wear and would benefit from detailing. Exterior wear includes scratches, rear-bumper scuffing and splitting, and a crack in the passenger-side front bumper area. At the time of our team's cataloging inspection, the Escape started and idled properly, the transmission engaged, and forward and reverse movement were verified. The brake pedal, parking brake, steering, horn, power windows and locks, and climate controls passed the limited check. Engine oil, coolant, and brake fluid were recorded as satisfactory, with no visible fluid leaks noted. The check-engine light was illuminated. The scanner photographs show code P1299, described by the scanner as “Cylinder Head Overtemperature Protection Active,” in stored and permanent status. These are two recorded statuses of the same code. The underlying cause and required repairs have not been determined. The radio/infotainment system also failed the inspection, with delayed or inconsistent operation noted. These mechanical and electronic findings should be considered when evaluating this vehicle. VEHICLE CONDITION & INSPECTION NOTICE Vehicle descriptions are based on general observations made during the cataloging process and are not intended to constitute a comprehensive mechanical inspection or guarantee of condition. Unless specifically stated otherwise, no comprehensive mechanical inspection or diagnostic evaluation has been performed. All photographs are considered part of the vehicle description and should be reviewed carefully prior to bidding. VEHICLE SELLS AS IS, WHERE IS, WITH NO WARRANTIES EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED. BUYERS ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR SATISFYING THEMSELVES AS TO THE VEHICLE'S CONDITION, MILEAGE, EQUIPMENT, AND MECHANICAL OPERATION PRIOR TO BIDDING. STATEMENTS REGARDING STARTING, RUNNING, DRIVING, OR OTHER FUNCTIONALITY REFLECT OUR OBSERVATIONS AT THE TIME OF CATALOGING AND ARE NOT A GUARANTEE OF FUTURE CONDITION OR PERFORMANCE. ALL BIDS AND SALES ARE FINAL. Prospective buyers are strongly encouraged to inspect the vehicle in person prior to bidding. Preview appointments may be arranged by contacting our office at 907.570.7050 or Admin@AlaskaPremierAuctions.com at least 24 hours prior to the auction closing date. If an in-person preview is not possible, we may be able to provide additional photographs or a virtual video preview with advance notice, time permitting.

Year: 2015 Make: Ford Model: Transit T-150 Mileage: 44,632 VIN: 1FTNE1ZM0FKB28089 Drivetrain: RWD Engine: 3.7L V6 Transmission: Automatic Fuel: Gasoline Color: White Title: Clean Registration: 8/27 With fewer than 45,000 miles and an open cargo compartment, this 2015 Ford Transit T-150 provides a useful starting point for a contractor, service business, or buyer who wants to outfit a van around their own needs. The 3.7L V6, automatic transmission, rear-wheel drive, and 130-inch wheelbase offer a straightforward commercial configuration without permanent shelving or cabinetry occupying the load space. Paired rear doors and hinged passenger-side cargo doors provide access from two directions. The cargo area's exposed interior panels and roof structure leave room for shelving, tool storage, a partition, or a custom recreational layout. The manufacturer's label lists an 8,600-lb GVWR, which is the vehicle's gross weight rating rather than its cargo capacity. The two-seat front cabin includes cloth bucket seats, rubber flooring, overhead storage, power windows and locks, factory audio, climate controls, and multiple storage compartments. The interior shows dirt and work-related wear. The white exterior has ordinary commercial-use wear, with rust spots noted near the driver's-side rear panel. At the time of our team's cataloging inspection, the available checklist recorded passes for the seats and upholstery, dashboard, horn, power windows and locks, audio, climate controls, glass, exterior lighting, wheels, and mirrors. The passenger-side rear tire failed the visual check, with a possible leak noted. VEHICLE CONDITION & INSPECTION NOTICE Vehicle descriptions are based on general observations made during the cataloging process and are not intended to constitute a comprehensive mechanical inspection or guarantee of condition. Unless specifically stated otherwise, no comprehensive mechanical inspection or diagnostic evaluation has been performed. All photographs are considered part of the vehicle description and should be reviewed carefully prior to bidding. VEHICLE SELLS AS IS, WHERE IS, WITH NO WARRANTIES EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED. BUYERS ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR SATISFYING THEMSELVES AS TO THE VEHICLE'S CONDITION, MILEAGE, EQUIPMENT, AND MECHANICAL OPERATION PRIOR TO BIDDING. STATEMENTS REGARDING STARTING, RUNNING, DRIVING, OR OTHER FUNCTIONALITY REFLECT OUR OBSERVATIONS AT THE TIME OF CATALOGING AND ARE NOT A GUARANTEE OF FUTURE CONDITION OR PERFORMANCE. ALL BIDS AND SALES ARE FINAL. Prospective buyers are strongly encouraged to inspect the vehicle in person prior to bidding. Preview appointments may be arranged by contacting our office at 907.570.7050 or Admin@AlaskaPremierAuctions.com at least 24 hours prior to the auction closing date. If an in-person preview is not possible, we may be able to provide additional photographs or a virtual video preview with advance notice, time permitting.

Year: 2013 Make: Ford Model: Escape SE Mileage: 152,077 VIN: 1FMCU9GX3DUC37407 Drivetrain: 4WD Engine: 1.6L Turbo Four-Cylinder Transmission: Automatic Fuel: Gasoline Color: White Title: Clean Registration: Expired Four-wheel drive and a folding rear seat give this 2013 Ford Escape SE the flexibility to handle passengers during the week and a larger load of gear when needed. Its turbocharged 1.6L EcoBoost engine and automatic transmission are paired with a compact body that is convenient for parking, errands, and everyday travel. The two-tone cloth cabin includes cruise control, steering-wheel controls, power windows and locks, factory audio, climate controls, and center-console storage. Front-seat covers are fitted. Alloy wheels and roof rails complement the white exterior. The vehicle shows dents, dings, scratches, scuffs, and general use-related wear. The passenger-side front bumper is cracked and has a visible stitched repair. The interior is soiled and would benefit from detailing. The hood support was noted to be detached from its mounting point. At the time of our team's cataloging inspection, the Escape started and idled properly, the transmission engaged, and forward and reverse movement were verified. The brake pedal, parking brake, steering, horn, power windows and locks, audio, and climate controls passed the limited check. No warning lights or visible fluid leaks were noted, and engine oil, coolant, and brake fluid were recorded as satisfactory. The odometer displayed 152,077 miles. VEHICLE CONDITION & INSPECTION NOTICE Vehicle descriptions are based on general observations made during the cataloging process and are not intended to constitute a comprehensive mechanical inspection or guarantee of condition. Unless specifically stated otherwise, no comprehensive mechanical inspection or diagnostic evaluation has been performed. All photographs are considered part of the vehicle description and should be reviewed carefully prior to bidding. VEHICLE SELLS AS IS, WHERE IS, WITH NO WARRANTIES EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED. BUYERS ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR SATISFYING THEMSELVES AS TO THE VEHICLE'S CONDITION, MILEAGE, EQUIPMENT, AND MECHANICAL OPERATION PRIOR TO BIDDING. STATEMENTS REGARDING STARTING, RUNNING, DRIVING, OR OTHER FUNCTIONALITY REFLECT OUR OBSERVATIONS AT THE TIME OF CATALOGING AND ARE NOT A GUARANTEE OF FUTURE CONDITION OR PERFORMANCE. ALL BIDS AND SALES ARE FINAL. Prospective buyers are strongly encouraged to inspect the vehicle in person prior to bidding. Preview appointments may be arranged by contacting our office at 907.570.7050 or Admin@AlaskaPremierAuctions.com at least 24 hours prior to the auction closing date. If an in-person preview is not possible, we may be able to provide additional photographs or a virtual video preview with advance notice, time permitting.

An exceptional full-length sled runner artifact from St. Lawrence Island, likely dating to the sixteenth through nineteenth century, crafted from a substantial longitudinal section of mineralized walrus tusk. At approximately 23.25 inches long, its preserved outline offers an unusually clear view of the ingenuity with which Arctic makers converted available materials into effective transport equipment. The broad end is rounded, while the opposite end narrows to a gently rising point. Cream-colored outer tusk frames honey-brown, tightly mottled secondary dentine across the broad face. The material’s natural structure becomes an arresting part of the object’s appearance, complementing its long, purposeful form. A row of nine enclosed perforations runs along one edge, with an additional attachment hole opened through the margin near the broad end. Lashings secured the sled framework along this pierced edge, while the opposite edge served as the running surface. Such construction combined hard, smooth runners with a lashed wooden framework to carry supplies and harvested resources across snow and ice. Murdoch’s figure 358 illustrates a complete small sled with walrus tusk runners, wooden cross-members and baleen lashings, providing a useful historical comparison for the construction. The present runner’s full length and substantial scale give it particular interest as a surviving component of this resourceful transport technology. The overall form survives with edge losses, longitudinal checking, an opened attachment hole and localized surface irregularities. Approximately 23.25 inches long × 1 inch thick × 2.5 inches across the broad face. Provenance: From the collection of Karl R. Reinhard, D.V.M., Ph.D.; subsequently by family descent. A veterinarian and microbiologist whose field career extended from New Guinea to Alaska, Reinhard served with the United States Public Health Service beginning in 1951. During health-study visits to St. Lawrence Island between 1954 and 1960, he developed lasting friendships with residents of Gambell and Savoonga and assembled a collection of Indigenous artwork and historic objects. He remembered these years as the “golden period” of his career and later drew upon them for People of the Squeezed-Out Land: The Art and Times of an Eskimo Artist, an unpublished manuscript preserved in an annotated April 1975 draft. According to information provided by Reinhard’s family, the collection was exhibited at the University of Nebraska State Museum in Lincoln, Nebraska, in 1993–94. Auction Estimate: $400–$600.

Year: 2011 Make: Chevrolet Model: Impala Mileage: 165,710 VIN: 2G1WD5EM4B1126823 Drivetrain: FWD Engine: 3.9L V6 Transmission: Auto Fuel: Gasoline Color: White Title: Clean Registration: Expired This 2011 Chevrolet Impala offers a roomy full-size sedan body, a 3.9L V6, and front-wheel drive in a former police-service configuration. A driver's-side spotlight, steel wheels, and a hard molded rear transport bench remain fitted. An additional set of mounted tires is included, adding to the equipment supplied with the vehicle. The front cabin has gray cloth bucket seats, power adjustment for the driver, power windows and locks, cruise control, steering-wheel controls, factory audio, and climate controls. The spacious trunk provides useful carrying room. The rear compartment has a molded transport bench in place of standard upholstered seating. The white exterior shows scratches, chips, scuffs, and wear along the lower body and front fascia, with rust along the front edge of the hood. The driver's seat has a hole on the right side, and the cabin would benefit from cleaning. The horn was inoperative, and staff noted that washer fluid needed to be added. At the time of our team's cataloging inspection, the Impala started and idled properly, the transmission engaged, and forward and reverse movement were verified. The brake pedal, parking brake, steering, power windows and locks, radio, and climate controls passed the limited check. No warning lights or visible fluid leaks were noted, and the checked engine oil, coolant, brake fluid, and power-steering fluid were recorded as satisfactory. Glass, exterior lights, tires, wheels, and mirrors passed the limited visual check. VEHICLE CONDITION & INSPECTION NOTICE Vehicle descriptions are based on general observations made during the cataloging process and are not intended to constitute a comprehensive mechanical inspection or guarantee of condition. Unless specifically stated otherwise, no comprehensive mechanical inspection or diagnostic evaluation has been performed. All photographs are considered part of the vehicle description and should be reviewed carefully prior to bidding. VEHICLE SELLS AS IS, WHERE IS, WITH NO WARRANTIES EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED. BUYERS ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR SATISFYING THEMSELVES AS TO THE VEHICLE'S CONDITION, MILEAGE, EQUIPMENT, AND MECHANICAL OPERATION PRIOR TO BIDDING. STATEMENTS REGARDING STARTING, RUNNING, DRIVING, OR OTHER FUNCTIONALITY REFLECT OUR OBSERVATIONS AT THE TIME OF CATALOGING AND ARE NOT A GUARANTEE OF FUTURE CONDITION OR PERFORMANCE. ALL BIDS AND SALES ARE FINAL. Prospective buyers are strongly encouraged to inspect the vehicle in person prior to bidding. Preview appointments may be arranged by contacting our office at 907.570.7050 or Admin@AlaskaPremierAuctions.com at least 24 hours prior to the auction closing date. If an in-person preview is not possible, we may be able to provide additional photographs or a virtual video preview with advance notice, time permitting.

Year: 2013 Make: Ford Model: Escape SE Mileage: 117,929 VIN: 1FMCU9GX1DUC37406 Drivetrain: 4WD Engine: 1.6L Turbo Four-Cylinder Transmission: Automatic Fuel: Gasoline Color: White Title: Clean Registration: Expired This 2013 Ford Escape SE combines four-wheel drive with a compact footprint and a rear seat that folds to create a broad cargo area. With fewer than 118,000 miles, a turbocharged 1.6L EcoBoost engine, and an automatic transmission, it offers a useful passenger-and-gear configuration for commuting, errands, and weekend use. The two-tone cabin features cloth seating, fitted front-seat covers, cruise control, steering-wheel controls, power windows and locks, factory audio/infotainment, climate controls, and center-console storage. Alloy wheels are fitted, and the instrument display identifies Ford's Intelligent 4WD system. The white exterior shows scratches, scuffs, chips, and ordinary road wear. The interior also shows use, particularly in the footwells and cargo area. The passenger-side front turn signal was noted as inoperative, and the tire-pressure warning was illuminated; the cause of the warning has not been determined. At the time of our team's cataloging inspection, the vehicle started and idled properly, the transmission engaged, and forward and reverse movement were verified. The brake pedal, parking brake, steering, horn, power windows and locks, radio, and climate controls passed the limited check. Engine oil, coolant, and brake fluid were recorded as satisfactory, with no visible fluid leaks noted. VEHICLE CONDITION & INSPECTION NOTICE Vehicle descriptions are based on general observations made during the cataloging process and are not intended to constitute a comprehensive mechanical inspection or guarantee of condition. Unless specifically stated otherwise, no comprehensive mechanical inspection or diagnostic evaluation has been performed. All photographs are considered part of the vehicle description and should be reviewed carefully prior to bidding. VEHICLE SELLS AS IS, WHERE IS, WITH NO WARRANTIES EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED. BUYERS ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR SATISFYING THEMSELVES AS TO THE VEHICLE'S CONDITION, MILEAGE, EQUIPMENT, AND MECHANICAL OPERATION PRIOR TO BIDDING. STATEMENTS REGARDING STARTING, RUNNING, DRIVING, OR OTHER FUNCTIONALITY REFLECT OUR OBSERVATIONS AT THE TIME OF CATALOGING AND ARE NOT A GUARANTEE OF FUTURE CONDITION OR PERFORMANCE. ALL BIDS AND SALES ARE FINAL. Prospective buyers are strongly encouraged to inspect the vehicle in person prior to bidding. Preview appointments may be arranged by contacting our office at 907.570.7050 or Admin@AlaskaPremierAuctions.com at least 24 hours prior to the auction closing date. If an in-person preview is not possible, we may be able to provide additional photographs or a virtual video preview with advance notice, time permitting.

A transformation figure carved from walrus tusk by Iñupiaq carver John I. Pullock, combining a hooded hunter and a polar bear within a single upright body. Signed beneath the oval base “John I. Pullock,” inscribed “Nome” and dated “4/95.” A human face, mitten and boot occupy one side, while an open bear’s muzzle, clawed forepaw and broad animal foot occupy the other. From the hunter’s side, the carving presents a composed face framed by the rounded opening of a parka hood. Closely crosshatched, darkened lines describe the hair above the brow, and the mitten holds a slender spear with a contrasting tan-colored point. Turn the figure toward the opposite side and the calm profile becomes a growling bear, its mouth cut open to reveal individually defined teeth against a red-brown interior. Black accents sharpen the nose and mouth; dark inset eyes punctuate both faces. The change in viewpoint is essential to the design, making the human and animal readings alternately dominant without separating them into two sculptures. Pullock also uses the tusk’s internal structure to organize the figure. Mottled secondary dentine is exposed down the front of the neck and torso and through portions of the legs, while the hood, arms and broad back retain smoother cream-colored surfaces. The rounded base repeats that contrast, its polished outer band surrounding a granular center visible underneath. The spear creates a narrow vertical line in front of the much broader figure and extends above the head. Measures approximately 2" × 3" × 7" high overall. Auction Estimate: $400–$600.

A black argillite seal with abalone and antler inlay by Haida artist Glen Pollard (B. 1957), signed underneath the base and inscribed “Haida Seal.” The animal rests low on its flippers, its long back running almost horizontally before turning upward into a broad, alert head. A slightly raised muzzle, rounded nose and closely fitted triangular teeth give the face its character, while abalone-shell eyes flash green, blue and violet against the dark stone. Pollard treats the seal's narrow body as a pair of sculpted design surfaces. Broad, nested U-shaped forms fill the flanks, with smaller pointed divisions cut into their interiors; elongated ovoids articulate the front flippers. Fine crosshatching occupies small triangular spaces behind the head and near the flippers. These compact passages reward close inspection without interrupting the animal's clear silhouette. Polished raised contours stand out against the grayer recessed cuts, making the design legible through changes in surface and depth rather than applied color. The two sides are deliberately different. One rear quarter incorporates a small secondary face with a circular pale inset eye, while the opposite side carries a simpler divided panel. Viewed from the end, the sculpture's compressed body contrasts with the breadth of its low, rounded-oblong base. Born in Haida Gwaii in 1957, Pollard belongs to the Eagle clan of Tanu. He began drawing as a child and carving argillite as a teenager, later working in wood and silver as well. Argillite carving has a distinctive place in Haida art. The black stone used by Haida carvers is obtained from the Slatechuck area of Haida Gwaii, and carved argillite developed into an important medium for collectors' objects during the nineteenth century. Pollard's work carries that tradition into contemporary sculpture: the familiar elements of Northwest Coast formline design are translated into sharply cut relief, with abalone and antler inlay adding contrasting color and texture. Undated, late twentieth or early twenty-first century. With light handling wear and scratches, most apparent on the base and underside, and a fine surface line along the upper back. Measures approximately 5.5" long × 3.5" wide × 3" high overall. Auction Estimate: $300–$500.

A carved and painted cedar wolf mask by the late Ditidaht/Nuu-chah-nulth artist Art Thompson (1948–2003), signed inside “A. Thompson,” inscribed “Nitinaht Lake, B.C.” and dated January 1986. Its long, forward-projecting muzzle ends in a raised black nose above an open, red-lined mouth. Individually fitted wooden teeth descend from the upper jaw, their warm, unpainted surfaces contrasting with the sharply defined black lips and pale face. The wolf's expression is concentrated in the eyes. Each almond-shaped outline encloses a broad black pupil with a fine crescent of exposed wood, set beneath a continuous red brow. The off-white paint is thin enough for the cedar grain to remain visible along the snout, where its sweeping lines reinforce the length of the carving. Black cheek contours curl around pale oval reserves, while short red strokes animate the dark crown and the smaller panels behind the jaw. A long, cream-colored fur covering, identified in the supplied catalog as mountain goat, falls over the crown and back of the head. The long muzzle and exposed teeth give the mask a forceful profile, while the flowing fur softens its sharply carved outline. There is another face beneath the jaw. On the underside, Thompson has painted paired round eyes, curling red forms and a broad black mouth above four angular divisions. This additional image is largely hidden in a conventional profile display; turning the mask reveals a second composition organized across the narrowing underside. The back is hollowed, with visible tool marks, exposed cedar grain and a cord stretched across the interior. Thompson was born at Whyac, near Nitinaht Lake on Vancouver Island, and drew on both Ditidaht and Cowichan family traditions. Carving was part of his family background: his father and grandfather were canoe builders and carvers. His own practice encompassed masks, monumental woodcarving, jewelry and serigraphy. The wolf subject also has a particular place in his biography. Before his twelfth birthday, Thompson and his siblings were initiated into the Tlu-Kwalla, or Wolf Society—an experience he subsequently identified as important to his artistic development. Visible condition includes light scuffs and small paint losses at the black nose, lower edge and rear rim, scattered surface marks, and some tangling of the fur. Measures approximately 17" long × 7.5" wide × 6.75" high. Auction Estimate: $2,500–$3,500.

Two large carved walrus tusk polar bears by prominent King Island Iñupiaq artists Paul Nattanguk (b. 1914) and the late Mike Saclamana (1935–1990). Each stands upright with an open, red-accented mouth, dark eyes and nose, and blackened claws. Their substantial scale, expressive poses and contrasting natural tusk colors give the pair a striking presence. Paul Nattanguk’s bear is carved from beautifully mineralized walrus tusk, with a creamy front giving way to rich amber and brown markings across its back and shoulders. Both forepaws rise before its rounded body, and the lifted head and broad stance give it a particularly handsome, self-assured character. It stands on a separate rounded tusk base, signed “Paul Nattanguk” along the front, with a handwritten “King Island” label underneath. The carver’s sensitive use of the mineralized material is a defining attraction of this example. Mike Saclamana’s taller bear is equally imposing, with one forepaw raised across its chest and the other lowered. Its full, rounded body and open mouth convey an animated personality, while warm natural cream tones give the polished tusk a soft glow. A vertical band of mottled secondary dentine adds subtle variation to the surface. The joined underside of the feet is signed “M. Saclamana.” Both artists belong to King Island’s distinguished carving tradition, celebrated for its expressive representations of Arctic animals. Nattanguk’s bear carvings include upright figures on separate bases and walking animals arranged on sections of tusk. Saclamana, also known as Michael Keghictac Saclamana, was a master carver whose work is represented in the Smithsonian’s National Museum of the American Indian. The museum holds a figure he made in 1954–55, documenting recognition of his work early in his career. He also helped pass the carving tradition to the next generation, teaching his son Jerome. Both have polished surfaces with light wear and some loss to the black detailing. The Nattanguk bear has conspicuous longitudinal checks along the back and side; the taller bear also has a visible check along its back. Taller approximately 3" × 2" × 6.25" tall. Auction Estimate: $800–$1,200.

A carved and painted Northwest Coast Tsimshian figure, circa 1981, with two killer whales wrapped around its hips. Standing beneath a tall, tiered clan hat, the figure grasps the whales' upright dorsal fins in its red-painted hands. The animals face forward together, their broad, tooth-filled mouths set beneath small white eyes; their bodies continue around the sides of the carving to separate tail flukes at the back. This encircling arrangement is the most distinctive feature of the composition. From the front, the whales form an almost continuous band across the lower torso, but a side view reveals the flippers and the turn of each body. The paired fins rise vertically beside the open, unpainted chest, linking the animals to the figure's bent arms. Incised fingers, squared teeth and divided toes give definition to the compact forms without concealing the grain or the marks of the carving tools. The face is framed by sweeping black eyebrows and broad blue-green eye surrounds. Red cheeks and nostrils flank a long brown nose, while the black mouth encloses a narrow red opening. Above it, the hat rises from a flared green section through a red band to a black cylindrical crown. Its tiered silhouette recalls the chiefly hats represented in Northwest Coast carving. Much of the back remains unpainted, allowing the warm wood and pronounced grain to contrast with the black whale tails. The figure stands on short legs with red-painted feet and an integral rounded base. The back of the base is incised “#81.” Visible condition includes rubbed and chipped paint, small edge nicks, and localized wood checks, including around the waist and base. Measures approximately 4" wide × 4" deep × 18.25" high. Auction Estimate: $200–$300.

Year: 2009 Make: Chevrolet Model: Impala Mileage: 60,926 VIN: 2G1WS57M191131460 Drivetrain: FWD Engine: 3.9L V6 Transmission: Automatic Fuel: Gasoline Color: Gold Title: Clean Registration: Expired With fewer than 61,000 miles, this 2009 Chevrolet Impala offers a full-size sedan's passenger room and trunk space with relatively low mileage for its age. The 3.9L V6, automatic transmission, and front-wheel drive provide a familiar configuration for a buyer seeking an everyday car or second vehicle with simple, accessible controls. The gray cloth cabin has a split front bench with a folding center armrest, a rear bench, power windows and locks, cruise control, steering-wheel controls, factory audio, and climate controls. The manufacturer's seating label specifies six positions. The gold exterior presents generally well, while showing scratches, chips, scuffs, and other age-related wear. At the time of our team's cataloging inspection, the Impala started and idled properly, the transmission engaged, and forward and reverse movement were verified. The brake pedal, parking brake, steering, and visual battery check passed. No warning lights or visible fluid leaks were noted, and the checked fluids were recorded as satisfactory. The body, glass, exterior lighting, tires, wheels, and mirrors also passed the limited visual check. An interior odor was noted and described by the cataloger as resembling Bengay topical ointment. VEHICLE CONDITION & INSPECTION NOTICE Vehicle descriptions are based on general observations made during the cataloging process and are not intended to constitute a comprehensive mechanical inspection or guarantee of condition. Unless specifically stated otherwise, no comprehensive mechanical inspection or diagnostic evaluation has been performed. All photographs are considered part of the vehicle description and should be reviewed carefully prior to bidding. VEHICLE SELLS AS IS, WHERE IS, WITH NO WARRANTIES EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED. BUYERS ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR SATISFYING THEMSELVES AS TO THE VEHICLE'S CONDITION, MILEAGE, EQUIPMENT, AND MECHANICAL OPERATION PRIOR TO BIDDING. STATEMENTS REGARDING STARTING, RUNNING, DRIVING, OR OTHER FUNCTIONALITY REFLECT OUR OBSERVATIONS AT THE TIME OF CATALOGING AND ARE NOT A GUARANTEE OF FUTURE CONDITION OR PERFORMANCE. ALL BIDS AND SALES ARE FINAL. Prospective buyers are strongly encouraged to inspect the vehicle in person prior to bidding. Preview appointments may be arranged by contacting our office at 907.570.7050 or Admin@AlaskaPremierAuctions.com at least 24 hours prior to the auction closing date. If an in-person preview is not possible, we may be able to provide additional photographs or a virtual video preview with advance notice, time permitting.

Painted in 1949, just one year after Scott McDaniel (1926–2012) arrived in Alaska, this oil on canvas board offers an especially early glimpse of the artist’s formative Alaska years. A road drops out of sight before reappearing as a pale ribbon across the blue distance, leading toward the snow-covered Wrangell Mountains. Their pink and lavender slopes catch a warmer light than the land below against a yellow-green horizon. A handwritten note on the reverse identifies the scene as the approach to Glennallen and names Drum, Sanford and Wrangell individually. McDaniel places the viewer directly on the road. Its broad, unpaved surface fills the lower foreground, where long strokes of gray, cream and ochre converge toward the brow of the hill. Brown roadside banks, small red-purple plants and scattered spruce establish the near ground; beyond them, an uninterrupted band of deep blue forest makes the distant snowfields seem brighter. Bare trunks and taller spruce frame the view without closing it in. The small painting has an especially tactile surface. Raised strokes describe the ridges and gullies of the mountains, while the sky is worked more thinly in blue-green and gray, crossed by low lavender clouds. The texture changes again in the road, whose lengthwise brushwork follows the direction of travel. Rather than making the mountains fill the picture, McDaniel allows the wide sky and intervening lowland to express their distance. The result is a roadside view with the openness of a much larger panorama. Signed “Scotty McDaniel” and dated 1949 at lower right, the painting records the beginning of an Alaska career that would span more than six decades. Its early date gives this territorial landscape particular interest: here McDaniel was encountering the country that would become the enduring subject of his work, developing his response to its light, immense distances and mountain forms. The reverse retains an Albemarle Canvas Panel label from the Morilla Company, with the location notes handwritten across it. Presented in a broad, gold-toned wooden frame with dark recessed ornament and a light fabric liner. With spotting to the liner and wear to the frame; the reverse panel covering has localized lifting and losses near its upper edge. Sight approximately 13.75" wide × 9.25" high; framed approximately 22.25" wide × 18" high. Auction Estimate: $400–$600.