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Ivory Spirit Mask w/ Baleen Hoop
Auction: June 2025 Treasure Trove Auction
- Thursday, June 5, 2025 (Start)
- Wednesday, June 11, 2025 (End)
A striking Alaskan Native spirit mask signed en verso by what appears to be Francis Pikavqanna. The mask is constructed from walrus ivory, lightly carved and has dark facial details, surrounded by a single bent hoop crafted from baleen along with eight baleen appendages featuring ivory effigies, including hands, paws, feathers, and fins, also with dark details. It has a leather or suede cord for hanging. Measures approximately 6.5" in diameter.
Salvador Dali "Dream Passage" Signed Lithograph Print
Auction: June 2025 Treasure Trove Auction
- Thursday, June 5, 2025 (Start)
- Wednesday, June 11, 2025 (End)
"Dream Passage" by Salvador Dali (Spanish, 1904-1989) is a limited edition lithograph in colors on Arches paper, printed at Studio 28 in New York in 1979. The litho plate has since been destroyed. Signed in pencil, "Dali" at the lower left, it has an edition number of 123/700. Housed in a blue storage folder, it comes with a Certificate of Authenticity from Bowles/Hopkins. The lithograph has an approximate measurement of 29.5" x 21".
A.C. Harris "Alaska & the Klondike Gold Fields" Book c.1897
Auction: June 2025 Treasure Trove Auction
- Thursday, June 5, 2025 (Start)
- Wednesday, June 11, 2025 (End)
Copy of Alaska and the Klondike Gold Fields by the traveler and writer A.C. Harris, published in 1897. Although not a miner himself, Harris wrote an extensive account of the Klondike gold rush, touching on such subjects as how to locate gold, various routes used by miners to reach their camps, and even instructions for those hoping to make their fortune. Additionally, Harris includes various quotations from men and women he encountered to fully flesh out his picture of life on the frontier. Book includes a map of the area in question; a light water stain is present as shown. Measures approximately 6.5" x 1.5" x 8.25" tall.
Handmade Fishing Village Diorama
Auction: June 2025 Treasure Trove Auction
- Thursday, June 5, 2025 (Start)
- Wednesday, June 11, 2025 (End)
Ornate hand crafted model fishing village diorama built in the style of a community on the frontier. Constructed from organic material, cardboard, and an assortment of twigs, this set includes six houses on stilts, a variety of fishing vessels, and accompanying props. Largest object measures approximately 4.5" x 3.5" x 12.5" tall.
Josephine Crumine "Bedlington Terrier" Original Pastel Drawing
Auction: June 2025 Treasure Trove Auction
- Thursday, June 5, 2025 (Start)
- Wednesday, June 11, 2025 (End)
An original pastel drawing portrait by Josephine Crumrine (Lidell) (American, 1917-2005), titled "Bedlington Terrier". This fine piece was commissioned by Lillian Webb, owner of Accent Modernity Shoppe in Fairbanks in the early 1960s. Her two dogs won Champion ribbons in a prestigious dog show in Seattle around the same time period. Signed "Josephine Crumrine" at the lower left. A detailed letter of provenance from New Horizons Gallery is attached to the back of the frame. Framed in an original Jensen gold frame with glass, measures approximately 29" x 23" overall.
Illustrated Yup'ik Hand Drum
Auction: June 2025 Treasure Trove Auction
- Thursday, June 5, 2025 (Start)
- Wednesday, June 11, 2025 (End)
Handheld frame drum made of rawhide stretched over a circular, wooden frame. Illustration in black ink depicts a shamanic figure surrounded by marine animals within the outline of what appears to be a drumstick or ceremonial frame. Animals include salmon, halibut, or other fish, and whale, reflecting spiritual beliefs and close relationship with nature that are central to Yup'ik culture. The human figure appears to be wearing traditional fur-trimmed clothing and a ritual mask, consistent with Yup’ik ceremonial dance regalia. Measures approximately 18.5" x 1" x 23.75" tall.
Alaska Native Model Kayak
Auction: June 2025 Treasure Trove Auction
- Thursday, June 5, 2025 (Start)
- Wednesday, June 11, 2025 (End)
A quaint model kayak, designed in the Alaska Native style out of leather, wood, and fur, complete with passenger. At the rear end of the model there are two thin shims separating a leather strap from the main body of the model. One of these has been broken and is mostly missing. Measures approximately 14" x 6" x 6".
Karen Faye Brown Two Native Children w/ a Puppy Original Watercolor
Auction: June 2025 Treasure Trove Auction
- Thursday, June 5, 2025 (Start)
- Wednesday, June 11, 2025 (End)
This ink and watercolor and ink painting of two Native children with their puppy was created by Karen Faye Brown (American, 20th Century). Signed in ink, "Karen Faye Brown," and dated 1965, at the lower left. This piece has been matted and framed, measuring approximately 16.25" x 12.25" overall.
Peggy Willman Athabascan Birch Bark Basket
Auction: June 2025 Treasure Trove Auction
- Thursday, June 5, 2025 (Start)
- Wednesday, June 11, 2025 (End)
Birch bark basket crafted with birch panels in alternating shades, featuring a wrapped rim. It is signed on the bottom by Inupiaq artist Peggy Willman, possibly the same Peggy Willman who won Miss Alaska in 2002. It shows very light overall wear commensurate with age and use, including some glitter affixed to the inside. Measures approximately 12" x 10" x 6" tall.
Carved Ivory Seal w/ Baleen Details
Auction: June 2025 Treasure Trove Auction
- Thursday, June 5, 2025 (Start)
- Wednesday, June 11, 2025 (End)
Miniature carved ivory seal inlaid with baleen spots throughout its body. One of its eyes is sunken in, and it has a small hole in the bottom as photographed. There is no artist's signature readily visible; measures approximately 1.25" x 3.25" x 2" tall.
1996 C. Alan Johnson "Rose" & "Katie" Figurine
Auction: June 2025 Treasure Trove Auction
- Thursday, June 5, 2025 (Start)
- Wednesday, June 11, 2025 (End)
Leapfrogging "Rose" and "Katie" figurine c. 1996, signed and dated by Alaskan artist C. Alan "Bud" Johnson (1926-2013) depicting two Inuit children playing leapfrog; both names of girls inscribed on the bottom side of each. Vintage glazed ceramic with vibrant, hand-painted colors, in excellent condition. Measures approximately 5" x 4.5" x 5.5" tall.
Dale DeArmond "Puffin Dance" Framed Linocut Print
Auction: June 2025 Treasure Trove Auction
- Thursday, June 5, 2025 (Start)
- Wednesday, June 11, 2025 (End)
A linocut print titled "Puffin Dance" by the late Alaska artist Dale DeArmond (American, 1914-2006). Signed "D. DeArmond" in pencil at the lower right, with an edition number of 46/100, and dated 1984. Matted and framed, measuring approximately 11" x 11.5" overall.
Grass & Fur Yup'ik Dance Fans
Auction: June 2025 Treasure Trove Auction
- Thursday, June 5, 2025 (Start)
- Wednesday, June 11, 2025 (End)
Pair of traditional Yup’ik dance fans featuring wrapped grass handles, some threads dyed blue to match the felt or leather centers, which feature a seal silhouette crafted from seal fur. The fans are bordered in grey fur, possibly silver fox. They show overall wear, including some discoloration to blue material in the centers, along with discoloration where the fur meets the grass. Some fur is bent and has kinks. They each measure approximately 5" x 5" overall.
Yup'ik Coiled Grass Basket
Auction: June 2025 Treasure Trove Auction
- Thursday, June 5, 2025 (Start)
- Wednesday, June 11, 2025 (End)
Traditional Yup’ik coiled grass basket featuring a subtly dyed polychrome geometric pattern. Measures approximately 3.75" x 2.75" tall.
Vintage Reference Books & Book Cover
Auction: June 2025 Treasure Trove Auction
- Thursday, June 5, 2025 (Start)
- Wednesday, June 11, 2025 (End)
Three vintage books and one book cover, including a collection of essays on the philosopher David Hume, a foreign phrase book, a pocket dictionary, and a book cover depicting Pope John Paul II. The rear face of the book cover has sustained minor water damage as photographed. Largest book measures approximately 5.25" x 1" x 7.5" tall.
Ulu Knife w/ Antler Stand
Auction: June 2025 Treasure Trove Auction
- Thursday, June 5, 2025 (Start)
- Wednesday, June 11, 2025 (End)
Contemporary crescent ulu knife with ivory handle and steel blade. Accompanied by an antler base. When the blade is seated in stand, items together measure approximately 8.75" x 1.75" x 4" tall.
Myrtle de Meuller Caribou Hair Flower Artwork
Auction: June 2025 Treasure Trove Auction
- Thursday, June 5, 2025 (Start)
- Wednesday, June 11, 2025 (End)
Uncommon artwork by Canadian Native artist Myrtle de Meuller c. 1985 depicting a flower crafted from caribou hair, both the "petals" and "leaf" are longer hair, while the center of the flower appears to be a lighter sheared fur. Piece has artwork information en verso; it is unsigned, matted, and framed under glass. Measures approximately 12.25" x 10.25" overall.
3x 2022 Australian Silver Kangaroo Coin
Auction: June 2025 Treasure Trove Auction
- Thursday, June 5, 2025 (Start)
- Wednesday, June 11, 2025 (End)
The Australian Silver Kangaroo line of coinage bears an image of Queen Elizabeth II on its obverse side, and a bounding red kangaroo on its inverse. It is a bullion coin, meaning despite its nominal face value, the value of the coin is determined by the value of its component materials. This series of coins bears a micro-laser-engraved 'A' that is only visible under a microscope as an anti-counterfeiting measure. All weigh approximately 96 grams or 3.4 ounces. Pertinent details are as follows: Variety: Australia Silver Kangaroo Coin Face Value: $1 (AUD) Year(s)/Mint Mark(s): 2022, Perth Mint Metal Content: 99.99% silver Graded: No, condition as photographed
Yup'ik Coiled Grass Basket w/ Lid
Auction: June 2025 Treasure Trove Auction
- Thursday, June 5, 2025 (Start)
- Wednesday, June 11, 2025 (End)
Traditional Yup’ik coiled grass basket featuring dyed pink and purple geometric accents throughout. It has a lid with a knob handle; measures approximately 5.5" x 6.5" tall.
Jar of Marbles w/ Uranium Glass Examples
Auction: June 2025 Treasure Trove Auction
- Thursday, June 5, 2025 (Start)
- Wednesday, June 11, 2025 (End)
A collection of assorted glass marbles, some fluorescent and uranium glass, under ultraviolet light. All are housed in a glass canning jar measuring approximately 3.5" x 6.5" tall.