A c.1980 original portrait on stretched canvas depicting an Alaska Native man sitting not far from a fishing camp by Alaska artist Ellen Henne Goodale (1915-1991). Executed with a striking, impressionistic handling of the paint surfaces, it measures approximately 16" x 20" overall.

An original oil triple-portrait on stretched canvas depicting an atmospheric slice-of-life scene of an Alaska Native mother, actively working with net shuttle as she repairs or constructs a fishing net, while minding her two young children, executed c.1978. Signed at the lower right by celebrated Alaska Impressionist artist, Ellen Henne Goodale (1915-1991). Painting has various spots of paint loss and wear, as photographed. Measures approximately 16" x 20" overall.

An original oil on stretched canvas portrait, executed circa 1978, of an Alaska Native wearing labrets, signed at the lower right by Alaskan resident artist Harvey B. Goodale (1900-1980). Labrets, plugs inserted through the skin of the lower lip, were commonly worn by Inupiat males, and Unangan, Alutiiq, Tlingit, and Haida women- the size of those in this image indicates an individual of status. Measures approximately 16" x 12" overall.

An original oil portrait on stretched canvas depicting a heartwarming scene of an Alaska Native mother wearing a vibrant yellow scarf, and her infant child resting within the mother's amauti, executed c.1979. Signed at the lower right by celebrated Alaska Impressionist artist, Ellen Henne Goodale (1915-1991). Measures approximately 20" x 16" overall.

A fine late 19th or early 20th century Tlingit rattletop basket crafted from woven spruce root with polychromatic geometric spiral and linework designs in shades of red and brown, crafted from natural dyes. The example remains in a very good state of preservation, retaining bright colors and minimal wear. The only noted flaws are two small breaks to the base, as photographed, which do not affect the structural integrity or displayability of the basket. Of good size, it measures approximately 7.5" in diameter and 4" tall.

A fossilized walrus oosik, or penile bone, featuring figural elements in walrus tusk and baleen. One end is fitted with a baleen spacer and a polar bear head rendered in walrus tusk, detailed with scrimshaw lines and baleen inlay for the eyes and nose. The opposite end is capped with another baleen spacer and and a finely carved seal head, also in walrus tusk, with scrimshaw features and baleen accents. The shaft displays a smooth polish and subtle surface texture, reflecting the natural grain of the fossilized bone. Measures approximately 19.25" x 2" in diameter.

Two pairs of carefully handcrafted Alaska Native moccasins fabricated from softened moose hide, including one elaborately beaded pair. The beaded moccasins feature a high vamp with a floral motif in red, brown, and green glass beads against a bright turquoise ground, bordered by tan hide. The uppers are constructed from lighter suede and include a folded-over cuff secured with leather ties. The second pair is plainer, made entirely of darker hide with wrap-around laces and puckered toe seams. Both pairs show evident wear, with creasing, sole soiling, and some surface abrasions commensurate with age and use. The unadorned pair measures approximately 11" x 5.5", and the beaded pair is 11" x 4" tall.

A limited edition 14/20 bronze sculpture, titled "Fog Woman", c.1981 by Alaska artists Jacques Regat (b.1948) and Mary Regat (b.1943) of the husband-wife team of sculptors from the renowned Regat Studio. The piece depicts a woman creating salmon from fresh water flowing through her hat; it is the story of how the salmon came to be. Signed and numbered en verso by the artist, the bronze is mounted upon a polished wooden base, marked with "14" on the underside. Measures approximately 11.5" x 11.75" x 22.75" tall.

A limited edition 14/25 bronze sculpture, titled "Eagle Mother", c.1982 by Alaska artists Jacques Regat (b.1948) and Mary Regat (b.1943) of the husband-wife team of sculptors from the renowned Regat Studio. The piece depicts a woman encased within a pair of bald eagle wings, representing the story of the mother of all eagles. Signed and numbered en verso by the artist, the bronze is mounted upon a polished walnut wood base, marked with 14/25 on the underside. Measures approximately 13" x 10.5" x 24.5" tall.

Two Yup'ik coiled grass baskets of bulbous form with domed lid and knobbed finial, decorated with alternating false embroidery seal gut bands of red and blue diamond, triangle, and linear designs encircling the body. The baskets swell broadly at the shoulders before tapering to the base, giving them well-proportioned, rounded silhouettes. The coils are even and consistent, with good preservation of dyed coloration. Largest measures approximately 10" in diameter x 13" tall; smallest measures 7" in diameter x 9.5" tall.

A striking oversized Yup’ik polychrome coiled grass basket of tall, cylindrical form with a wide middle, domed lid, and small knobbed finial. The basket is decorated with repeating diamond, chevron, and floral motifs a dyed seal gut false embroidery. The design continues onto the lid, which is topped with a straight finial. The coils are worked with good consistency and even spacing, though some surface wear and fraying to dyed elements is present in a few spots. A fine example of Yup’ik basketry that demonstrates both utilitarian form and decorative precision through its geometric ornamentation. Measures approximately 11.75" in diameter x 21" tall.

A bold and finely hand-crafted Navajo sterling silver watch cuff with a wide band featuring a recessed rectangular timepiece setting flanked by applied fluted "raindrop" or fan-like silver elements on both sides. Three high-domed oval turquoise cabochons are set on each side of the band in smooth bezels, forming a symmetrical display of six total stones. Intricate hand-stamped designs border the top and bottom edges of the cuff, while deep oxidation enhances the dimensionality of the silverwork. Likely crafted in the American Southwest during the mid-20th century, when Navajo silversmiths began incorporating timepieces into traditional jewelry forms. Fits approximately an 8" wrist as found and is 2" wide with a weight of 132.80 grams.

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.

An extremely unusual and large original acrylic painting on Sitka blacktail deer hide titled "Gardnerville Salt Chuck Alaska" by noted late Alaskan artist Rie Munoz (1921-2015). Signed and dated 1960 in the lower right, this very early example from the artist's body of work depicts the Southeast Alaskan community of Gardnerville at Salt Chuck, a small settlement at the head of Kassan Bay on Prince of Wales Island. Rie raised her family here for a brief number of years in the late 1950s. The colorful scene is vividly decorated with rustic wooden homes, sheds, and a tall timber structure set against a backdrop of dense forest and blue-toned mountains. Along the shoreline, figures are shown engaged in daily activity, with boats pulled up on the beach and surrounding details suggesting logging or fishing work. Executed in bold, impressionistic strokes of green, blue, and ochre, the composition captures the character of a mid-20th-century remote coastal settlement. The image is painted directly onto natural tanned Alaskan deer hide, which is stretched over a rectangular wooden frame and secured with rawhide lacing. An uncommon early example of Munoz's work, painted long before she gained broader recognition for her watercolors and prints. Pieces on hide from this formative "Prospecting" period are especially scarce and offer a rare look at the artist's evolving style and lifelong focus on Alaskan community life. The hide retains its organic, irregular edges and shows minor age staining, wear, and small holes consistent with the material, while the painted surface remains vibrant and detailed. Measures approximately 44" x 55" overall; the hide alone measures approximately 35" x 43", with the image measuring approximately 28" x 37". 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.

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 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 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.