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Dolls and Toys

Lot	Photo	Description	Realized
Lot 539		Two Outstanding Hopi Indian Kachina Dolls: "Cow" Kachina Dated 1950 Artist Unknown, "Early Morning" Kachina by Garfield Nish, 1991. Two excellent Hopi Kachina dolls: 1.) Clearly the standout here is Wakas'katsina, the Cow Kachina, carver unknown. However underside is dated 1950, entitled "Cow" and one of the older pieces in the entire collection. Great details in the painting, use of yarns and actual hide. The carving is spectacular including the carved wood sash tied at the waist, with ends dangling at side and down the back which were then highly decorated. Kachina had a bit of dust given it's age that was able to be blown clean with compressed air. 15" tall. 2.) Early Morning Kachina by Garfield Nish having fine carving with decorated actual leather sash, feathers, yarn and thin painted canvas ceremonial cape. 16" tall including feather, signed, dated and titled by Nish on underside of base. Estimated Value $400 - 600 From the Collection of Sally Ann Skeoch. View details	Realized $250
Lot 540		Outstanding, Highly Prized Pair of Koshare or Hano Clown Kachinas one by Clarence Cleveland, the other Artist J.Y. Koshare or Hano Clown depict the spirit of mischievous and gluttonous behavior. The interpretations by Hopi artists are frequently amusing and imaginative creating jesters with drums, watermelons, striped paint, a funny headdress and other elements to convey boisterous behavior, gluttony, acting out or displaying ribald behavior. 1.) The Koshare by Clarence Cleveland is the standout here. Sitting on a tree stump with slices of watermelon in both hands plus one at the ready is absolutely fantastic. Watermelon juice can be seen staining his breeches, his hands and mouth. He is wearing a fantastic and silly hat and squatting on the stump as if in defiance. Cleveland's Koshare carvings are very in demand. 10" tall and again, a very fine piece. 2.) The taller is of Hano Clown, again traditionally painted in black and white stripes, holding a watermelon, the requisite clown hat and a very funny frown of a face. What is of particular note is the quality of the carving, so much motion captured in his stance. We note a well done repair to one of the spikes, noticeable only at very close inspection. 12" tall. Estimated Value $400 - 600 From the Collection of Sally Ann Skeoch. View details	Realized $250
Lot 541		Festival of Six (6) Kachina Dancer including "Deer" "Osok-China" "Fox" "Broad Face", "Mudhead" and a Hopi Dancer. Collection of 6 Kachinas ranging from 4¾" for "Mudhead" to 10 tall for "Deer". All are signed pieces. 1.) The "Deer" Kachina is a traditional representation as it is usually has two walking sticks to represent the legs of a deer. The entire Kachina is carved from wood even though the loin cloth, boots and sash appear to be leather due to the remarkable texturing in the painting. The collar, instead of fur or yarn is also carved of wood. The highlight is the headdress with a beautifully carved set of antlers. A really nice piece 2.) Miniature "Mudhead" Kachina with traditional mask and clowning as if carrying a purse and necklace. 3.) "Fox" Kachina with terrific headdress of tall ears and very obvious snout. 4.) "Broad Face" Kachina are warrior or guards that surround sacred Kachinas hence their intimidating look. Nice painting on leather sarong. 5.) "Osok-China" Kachina another guard or enforcer. notable by it's strip leather harness and intimidating headdress. 6.) "Hopi Dancer" in Kachina form complete with round dance hoops. Estimated Value $300 - 600 From the Collection of Sally Ann Skeoch. View details	Realized $338
Lot 542		Sterling Silver Butterfly Maiden Kachina Doll by Navajo Artist, Jeffrey Castillo. Acclaimed silversmith, Jeffrey Castillo is well known for his outstanding artistry in creating Kachina dolls in sterling silver and his works are highly prized. This "Butterfly Maiden" Kachina boasts his usual attention to detail most especially here, the headdress. Perfect condition, Kachina stands 4.5" tall, weighs almost 70 grams and is signed Jeffrey Castillo "Butterfly Maiden" under the base. Estimated Value $300 - 500 From the Collection of Sally Ann Skeoch. View details	Realized $263
Lot 543		Four (4) Kachina Dolls; "Ogre", "White Wolfman", "Deer" and "Eagle Dancer" Three by Largo one by N. Smith. Four medium sized Kachina dolls all having great details and craftsmanship. This is a fine collection consistent in size and quality. All about 11" tall. 1.) "Ogre" is by N. Smith complete with dyed black fur and colorful horn headdress. Signed underneath base 2.) "White Wolfman" by Largo, very colorful with painted red snout, leather loincloth, colorful yarns, wooden bow with arrows and headdress if fur and feathers. 3.) "Deer" by Largo, instantly recognizable with it carved set of antlers. The deer was one of the most sacred animals of the Hopi bringing rain, making the grass grow, and ensuring there is plentiful food for the future. Yarn, feathers, shells and leather complete this carving. Signed under base 4.) "Eagle Dancer" by Largo. One of the most collected Kachinas given the spectacular use of feathers, a full cape of feathers stretching the entire span when arms outstretched. Signed under base. Estimated Value $250 - 400 From the Collection of Sally Ann Skeoch. View details	Realized $188
Lot 544		Four (4) Kachinas, "Horse", "Prickley Pear", "Drow Mother" and a Spectacular Eagle Dancer by Joseph Duwyenie, Entirely of Wood. Four fine Kachinas all about 12" in height, all signed and beautifully crafted. 1.) "Eagle Dancer" by Joseph Duwyenie carver of some 50 years known for his exacting wood details clearly evident in his carving of feathers. The outspread eagle feathers along the arms are each carved from a single section of wood. the balance of the feathers are thin, hand cut and painted pieces beautifully done. The eagle dancer plays a role in many Native American spiritual ceremonies. For the Hopi and other Pueblo tribes, the eagle dances frequently as he carries messages to the gods. The eagle may dance for rain, a good harvest, blessings on a family and healing. 2.) "Horse" Kachina by Dorothy Kayaditto, especially nice given the leather loin cloth and fringe painted and accented with beads which contrasts perfectly against the fur and feathers. Signed under base. 3.) "Prickly Pear Cactus" Kachina dancer with prickly pear pads hanging from staff, artist unknown 4.) "Crow Mother" by the artis 'R' The Crow Mother appears during the ceremony known as the Powamu. The Powamu ceremony takes place after the second moon prior to the Spring Solstice, a festival celebrating bean planting. The strength imbued in this carving is clearly apparent. Estimated Value $250 - 400 From the Collection of Sally Ann Skeoch. View details	Realized $175
Lot 545		Two Very Unusual Kachinas: "Mudhead" and "Corn Boy". Two unusual Kachinas 1.) "Mudhead" function as chiefs during the season called Kwiyamuya, and as clowns at other times. They are probably the most popular and recognized of all Kachinas. They appear in almost every ceremony as clowns, drummers, announcers of dances, and other roles. Offered is an outstanding carving made even more special with a child on the back of the adult Mudhead also dressed in the traditional garb. Quite different and exceptionally well done, carved by Hin. Price of $500 still present under base with artists signature. Great piece. 10" tall. 2.) "Corn Boy" Kachina by Hopi artist, William Huma, with a body of that of an ear of corn, the kernels resplendent in dark gold and turquoise the headdress quite tradition centered with a blossom. A lot of detail in this fine Kachina. 7" tall. Estimated Value $250 - 400 From the Collection of Sally Ann Skeoch. View details	Realized $175
Lot 546		"White Buffalo" Kachina Doll and "White Cloud" Kachina Doll, Both Exceptionally Well Carved and Decorated. Two of the more recognizable Kachina dolls, the White Buffalo and the White Cloud dancers. 1.) The White Buffalo is instantly recognizable by the horns and fur & feather headdress. The loin cloth and teepee bag are made of rabbit hide painted in colors and the chest harness is adorned with tiny shells. Carved by Ron Largo, very well known in the collector's universe who has signed under the base. 14" tall and quite the piece. 2.) White Cloud Kachina represents the beauty of the clouds in the sky and thought to bring moisture to the clouds to bring rain. Large wood mask can be removed and reveals a wood carved head with straight black hair made of fur. Full fur coat with a ceremonial apron made of hide. Carved and decorated by Julie Loley signed and titled under base. Estimated Value $250 - 500 From the Collection of Sally Ann Skeoch. View details	Realized $150
Lot 547		Two large Kachinas by Chester Poleyestewa, Acclaimed, Highly Collected Kachina Carver, "White Ogre" and "Morning Kachina". Hopi carver Chester Polyestewa has been making Kachinas since he was a young boy. His Kachinas are made in the old, traditional manner using cottonwood roots and the same style that the Hope people have given to their own children for centuries. They are painted with natural dyes and mineral paints that he makes himself. The finishing touches are beautiful feathers, Angora goat hair, deerskin and his exceptional feather work. He is a well-known carver whose work is sought after by collectors around the world. Offered are two large examples of his work, "White Ogre" (21" tall including feathers) and "Morning Kachina" (19" tall including feathers. Both in excellent condition and very representative of Chester's work. Both are signed and titled on underside and very desirable given their size. Estimated Value $250 - 800 From the Collection of Sally Ann Skeoch. View details	Realized $225
Lot 548		Balance of Southwest Art Collection: Hand Painted Horse by Robert Shields, Three Cow Carvings from Oaxaca and One Zuni Pottery Cow. Fun examples of, Southwest Art, a total of five pieces: 1.) Horse on stand by Robert Shields Designs. (Shields was one half the famous mime couple Shields & Yarnell) These are polyresin poured pieces then hand painted with additional details. A great display piece 2.) Three Oaxaca alebrijes……. hand carved, painted and artist signed milk cows by the artists. 3.) Reproduction by the Metropolitan Museum of Art of a rare example of Zuni pottery from the 1800's in their collection. Very well done piece signed by artist. Estimated Value $200 - 400 From the Collection of Sally Ann Skeoch. View details	Unsold