A handmade Navajo wool rug featuring a bold central medallion design in deep brown, yellow, white, and black. The stepped and mirrored diamond-shaped medallion is framed by a contrasting border of serrated lightning motifs, typical of Navajo symbolic design elements that represent power, movement, or weather-related spiritual forces. The color palette, combined with the border elements and patterns, points to influence from the Teec Nos Pos regional style, known for its intricate and often large-scale designs framed in heavy borders. The rug shows some signs of surface wear and small thread pulls visible near the lower edge of the central field. Measures approximately 35" x 25.5" wide.

A pair of meticulously handcrafted Alaska Native handmade mukluks featuring vibrant floral beadwork and fur trim. Each boot is crafted from softened moose hide and adorned with finely detailed, multicolored floral motifs rendered in glass beads across the upper cuff and foot. Decorative accents include green and red blossoms on the vamp, vivid blue and yellow blooms bordered by lace on the shaft, and large fur pom poms at the rear ties. The tops are trimmed in natural fur, and the boots lace at the front with leather strips. Soles show wear consistent with age and use, while beadwork remains intact and bright. Each mukluk measures approximately 10.5" x 4" x 15" tall.

A handmade Navajo wool rug featuring alternating vertical bands of herringbone or feather-like motifs in rose red, sage green, cream, and deep brown. The repeated chevron designs form a rhythmic columnar pattern often associated with Chinle or Wide Ruins regional styles, which emphasize narrow bands, vegetal dyes, and symmetrical repetition. Measures approximately 32" x 19.5" wide.

A sterling silver Navajo squash blossom necklace featuring double strands of silver beads and twenty-one fluted blossom ornaments, each accented with natural turquoise cabochons; the blossoms are often interpreted as symbols of abundance, growth, and harmony with the earth. The bold central naja, or crescent-shaped pendant, has a twisted rope accent within, and two turquoise cabochons, one on each side. The necklace terminates in a simple fishhook clasp and measures approximately 26" long with a total weight of 162 grams.

A sterling silver Navajo squash blossom necklace featuring double strands of silver beads and twelve blossom ornaments, each set with a pear-shaped turquoise cabochon framed by silver bead accents. The blossoms are often interpreted as symbols of abundance, growth, and harmony with the earth. The bold central naja, or crescent-shaped pendant, demonstrates three turquoise cabochons set apart from applied silver beads in large and small sizes. The necklace terminates in a simple fishhook clasp and measures approximately 28" long with a total weight of 260 grams.

A traditional African tribal shield attributed to the Maasai people of Kenya or Tanzania, constructed from thick animal hide stretched over a wood frame and decorated with bold natural pigment designs. The front surface features a symmetrical composition in ochre, red, black, and white, including mirrored geometric motifs and a central vertical axis flanked by zigzag elements and a starburst detail. The outer edge is secured with a twisted hide binding, hand-stitched through the frame to reinforce the shield's structure. The reverse shows the natural hide surface, including visible hair in one quadrant, and includes a rope-based carrying or hanging loop and a wooden vertical brace to support grip and tension. Shields of this form served both practical and ceremonial purposes, and their decorative elements often conveyed age set, clan, or regional identity. This piece presents with clear signs of age and use, and measures approximately 20" x 22.5" tall.

A sterling silver Zuni cluster cuff bracelet featuring fifty polished teardrop-shaped turquoise stones arranged in a radiating sunburst pattern. Each turquoise cabochon is bezel-set in a sawtooth frame and bordered by fine twisted wirework and delicate silver drops. The wide triple-split shank provides sturdy support and showcases the traditional Zuni craftsmanship known for its intricate silverwork and precision symmetry. Measures approximately 3" x 2.5" tall, with a total weight of 68 grams. Fits approximately a 7" wrist.

A handmade Navajo wool rug featuring a vertical Tree of Life motif, woven in natural brown and dyed fibers. The central trunk and branching limbs are rendered in deep brown, sprouting pairs of green leaves that cradle a procession of stylized birds in vibrant hues of yellow, red, blue, purple, white, and black - each color symbolizing aspects of the natural world and spiritual messengers in Navajo cosmology. The field is a mottled brown background, enclosed by a stepped sawtooth border in black and cream, representing protection and the horizon. A rod pocket has been added en verso for hanging, and the rug measures approximately 27.5" x 46.5" tall.

A sterling silver Navajo squash blossom necklace featuring double strands of silver beads and ten blossom ornaments, each with a raised silver dome and a bezel-set red coral cabochon at center. The blossoms are often interpreted as symbols of abundance, growth, and harmony with the earth. The bold central naja, or crescent-shaped pendant, is composed of five silver domes with red coral cabochons arranged in a symmetrical arc. The necklace terminates in a simple fishhook clasp and measures approximately 22" long with a total weight of 132 grams.

A handmade Navajo wool rug depicting the traditional Tree of Life motif, woven in dyed and natural fibers in a vibrant palette of green, yellow, blue, black, and tan. At the center, a corn stalk rises vertically, branching outward with perching birds in alternating colors - symbolizing harmony between nature, nourishment, and spiritual life. The base features a pair of ceremonial baskets, a common grounding element in Tree of Life weavings. The main field is a warm tan, enclosed within a stepped sawtooth border in black and cream, representing spiritual protection. The design carries deep cultural symbolism within Navajo beliefs, where corn is a sacred plant and birds are messengers between worlds. A rod pocket has been added en verso for hanging, and the rug measures approximately 20.5" x 31.5" tall.

A sterling silver Navajo cuff bracelet featuring eight oval red coral cabochons set in sawtooth bezels along a deeply oxidized ground. Hand-stamped detailing, twisted rope accents, and applied silver drops enhance the bold, symmetrical design. Semi-adjustable, it measures approximately 1.25" tall at the front, with a total weight of 64 grams. Fits approximately a 6.5" wrist.

A handmade Navajo wool rug woven in a symmetrical Teec Nos Pos layout, featuring bold, angular motifs in shades of golden yellow, charcoal gray, cream, red, and black. The central field is anchored by mirrored abstract forms that suggest thunderbird or lightning designs, flanked by stylized arrows, diamonds, and stepped rectangles arranged with precise symmetry. The serrated border and repeated angular forms are hallmarks of the Teec Nos Pos regional style, known for its intricacy, use of vibrant dyes, and formal complexity. A rod pocket has been added en verso for hanging, and the rug measures approximately 29" x 43" tall.

A gorgeous handcrafted sterling silver Navajo concho belt featuring six hefty oval conchos, five butterfly spacers, and a bold square buckle, all mounted on a black leather strap. The conchos are scalloped and domed with hand-stamped sunburst details and repoussé accents. Each concho and spacer is set with a natural turquoise cabochon, and the square buckle is adorned with a turquoise cabochon in each corner. The reverse of the buckle is stamped JHG by the artist. A striking example of mid-to-late 20th century Navajo silversmithing, blending traditional form with vibrant stonework. The silver elements show natural patina, and the leather exhibits moderate signs of use, consistent with age. Measures approximately 2.5" x 42.5" long.

A classic Yup’ik polychrome coiled grass basket of tapering form with flat lid and knobbed finial, decorated in alternating bands of dyed seal gut false embroidery in a repeating chevron pattern. The geometric decoration is arranged in repeating rows across the body, creating a balanced rhythm of color and form. The lid continues the design with concentric bands radiating from the central finial. Measures approximately 10.5" in diameter x 11.5" tall.

A handmade Navajo wool rug woven in the Wide Ruins style, featuring alternating horizontal bands in muted tones of brown, blue, rust, cream, and tan. The central motifs include simplified arrowhead and diamond forms, bordered by finely spaced weft stripes - hallmarks of Wide Ruins weaving, which is known for its soft color palette, precise symmetry, and flat weave. The arrow motifs may reference direction, protection, or movement, reflecting Navajo cosmological symbolism. Rug has fringe present on both ends, and a minor flaw in the weave as photographed. Measures approximately 50.5" x 27" wide.

A handmade Navajo wool rug featuring a symmetrical central medallion in gray, tan, white, and black, framed by a continuous stepped Greek key border. The inner design incorporates bold triangle and stepped motifs - symbolic of sacred mountains and balance - while the outer border's interlocking lines reflect protection and continuity, common themes in Navajo weaving. The color palette of muted gold, warm gray, and black suggests a Germantown style. Measures approximately 35.5" x 25.5" wide.

Three vintage Southwestern sterling silver watch cuffs, each showcasing bold silverwork and natural stone inlays. One features a pair each of turquoise and coral cabochons with fan-shaped central timepiece retainers accented with silver rivets, while another features dual coral accents with repoussé leaf accents on either side. The coral example is signed "Robt. Kelly" on the interior and attributed to Navajo silversmith Robert Kelly, known for his mid-century work in traditional materials and forms. The third piece includes a Guilforte mechanical watch face marked for seventeen jewels on the dial, set within a pair of embossed leaves; each side is further accented with a trio of polished turquoise cabochons. These substantial and expressive pieces are typical of mid-20th century Southwestern artistry, blending traditional Navajo and Zuni design elements with watch formats. Watch face tested non-functional at time of cataloging. Cuffs fit approximately 6.5, 7 and 7.5" wrists. The widest cuff being 1.5" Total weight of 184.00 grams.

Two African Makonde Ujamaa Tree of Life sculptures, hand-carved in ebony wood. These sculptures are primarily created by the Makonde people, an ethnic group residing in northern Mozambique and southern Tanzania, and celebrated for their elaborate wood carvings. The Ujamaa (meaning "familyhood" in Swahili) sculptures symbolize the interconnectedness of family, community, and society, often depicting intertwined figures rising from a single piece of wood, representing generations building upon generations. They are typically quite intricate, sometimes taking a year to complete. The largest piece measures approximately 5" x 5" x 20.5" tall.

A c.1971 signed and numbered First State 1/4 color woodcut print entitled "Owl" by prominent late Alaskan artist Dale DeArmond (1914-2006), showing the additional feather detail to the left and right sides of the owl's body. The original "Owl", executed in 1968, was printed in a different color and larger series size. Titled, numbered, signed and dated lower margin, the piece was also printed by the artist. Matted and framed under glass, it measures approximately 25.75" x 19" overall.

A very early original watercolor painting entitled "City Cafe, Downtown Juneau" by Alaska artist Rie Munoz (1921-2015), depicting a warm and glowing cafe with a chef and his accouterments in white, in contrast to the fisherman seated at the bartop, dressed in a deep black jacket over yellow waders. A clock on the wall, a box of soy sauce under the counter, and other subtle details are highlighted. Rie was a beloved Alaskan artist celebrated for her whimsical depictions of everyday life in the North. The artwork is dated en verso circa 1959, and is shrink-wrapped to a foam board for protection. Measures 14.5" x 19.5" overall with a sight view of 12.5" x 17.5".