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Prehistoric Native American

American "Human Effigy" Female Stone Sculpture, Tennessee, 1000 AD
Located in South Burlington, VT
A Native American Human Effigy female statue, Holliston Mills Site, Tennessee , sandstone, circa
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier American Native American Objects

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Sandstone

Ancient American "Human Effigy" Stone Paint Pallet, Anasazi Culture 900 AD
Located in South Burlington, VT
carvings from America's Prehistoric southwest are scarce. The majority of known carved stones come from the
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier American Native American Objects

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Sandstone

Two 14th-16th Century Bowls from the Pre-Inuit/ Eskimo Thule Culture
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Prehistoric European carvings, may have been used to give a ritual drink of fresh water to a hunted animal
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Antique 16th Century American Native American Native American Objects

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Bone, Driftwood

Prehistoric Tairona Carnelian Frog Necklace
Located in Coeur d Alene, ID
define the history of America and the Old West. Our pieces range from American Indian to Cowboy Western
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier American Native American Beaded Necklaces

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Carnelian, Gold

Gail Bird and Yazzie Johnson Yowah Opal and Star Ruby 18 Karat Gold Earrings
By Gail Bird and Yazzie Johnson
Located in New York, NY
Native American artists known for using remarkable stones and refined settings. Gail Bird (Santo Domingo
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20th Century American Native American Lever-Back Earrings

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Opal, Ruby, Star Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Carved Lapis Turtle Charm Amulet Pendant Necklace, Diamonds, 24kt Gold & Silver
Located in Bozeman, MT
, and fertility. Some Native Americans believe that the turtle contributed to creation because the
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2010s Turkish Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Lapis Lazuli, Diamond, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver, Gold

Aqua Bailer Shell - Single Bailer Sea Shell on Brown Table w/ Watered Backdrop
By Helen Oh
Located in Chicago, IL
Sea and the Philippines. This large, prehistoric sea snail shell could traditionally be used by
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2010s Realist Still-life Paintings

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Panel, Oil

Arizona Turquoise Freshwater Pearl Necklace With Sterling Silver Turquoise Clasp
Located in Chesterland, OH
mined by Native Americans. The Kingman mine is one of three prehistoric mining sites in Arizona where
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21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces

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Freshwater Pearl, Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Extraordinary Alicia Penalba Cuff, "Envol"
By Alicia Penalba
Located in Riverdale, NY
style of sculpture she best became known for. She was very inspired by her native Latin American
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Vintage 1970s French Cuff Bracelets

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Sterling Silver, Vermeil

Extraordinary Alicia Penalba Cuff, "Envol"
Extraordinary Alicia Penalba Cuff, "Envol"
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H 1.5 in W 1.5 in L 6 in
The Edge of a Dream
By Alana Clumeck
Located in San Francisco, CA
been on my mind lately. To Native Americans, bison are symbolic of sacred life and abundance. And in
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21st Century and Contemporary Surrealist Animal Paintings

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Acrylic

Surrealist Abstract Hebrew Shabbat Pop Art Silkscreen Judaica Jewish Serigraph
By Jozsef Jakovits
Located in Surfside, FL
America, but he took his calligraphic and mysticism approach into sculptures. In 1985 he received US
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1980s Pop Art Abstract Prints

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Archival Paper, Screen

Hungarian Surrealist Abstract Hebrew Silkscreen Judaica Print Jewish Serigraph
By Jozsef Jakovits
Located in Surfside, FL
Kabbalah and calligraphy of Hebrew writing. He both met in New York, his paintings remained in America, but
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1980s Abstract Geometric Abstract Prints

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Archival Paper, Screen

Surrealist Abstract Hebrew Aleph Pop Art Silkscreen Judaica Jewish Serigraph
By Jozsef Jakovits
Located in Surfside, FL
Kabbalah and calligraphy of Hebrew writing. He both met in New York, his paintings remained in America, but
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1980s Pop Art Abstract Prints

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Archival Paper, Screen

Hungarian Surrealism Pop Art Hebrew Silkscreen Judaica Print Jewish Serigraph
By Jozsef Jakovits
Located in Surfside, FL
Kabbalah and calligraphy of Hebrew writing. He both met in New York, his paintings remained in America, but
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1980s Pop Art Abstract Prints

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Archival Paper, Screen

Hungarian Surrealism Pop Art Hebrew Silkscreen Judaica Print Jewish Serigraph
By Jozsef Jakovits
Located in Surfside, FL
Kabbalah and calligraphy of Hebrew writing. He both met in New York, his paintings remained in America, but
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1980s Abstract Geometric Abstract Prints

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Archival Paper, Screen

Wings of Fascism - Oil on Canvas - Contemporary Painting
By Patrick Faure
Located in New York, NY
born in Monaco and gained recognition as a significant painter of Native Americans and highly realistic
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2010s Surrealist Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Wings of Fascism - Oil on Canvas - Contemporary Painting
By Patrick Faure
Located in New York, NY
born in Monaco and gained recognition as a significant painter of Native Americans and highly realistic
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2010s Surrealist Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

'Craugh Phadrig, Ireland' — from the series 'Axis Mundi', Contemporary
Located in Myrtle Beach, SC
mountain, it was the focus of a prehistoric ritual landscape, and later became associated with Saint
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Landscape Prints

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Photogravure, Etching

20th Century Framed and Signed Abstract Watercolor Painting, Orange, Pink, Red
Located in Denver, CO
Nebraska native Robert Henri at the Art Students League in New York) who served as Chairman of the Art
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Late 20th Century Abstract Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

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Watercolor, Archival Paper

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Set of Three Carved Wood Crocodile Head Boat Prows on Stands, Papua New Guinea
Located in Atlanta, GA
A collection of three carved wood crocodile head boat prows from Papua New Guinea. These mid-20th century Papua New Guinean boat prows have been carved out of wood and each feature t...
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20th Century Papua New Guinean Mounted Objects

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Metal, Iron

17th Century Italian Baroque Lacquered Spruce Religious Furniture 1600
Located in Roma, RM
This monumental piece of furniture, of Veneto-Alto Veneto provenance, made entirely of lacquered fir wood. Full seventeenth century (ca. 1650) is presented as an imposing double-bodi...
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Antique 17th Century Italian Baroque Bookcases

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Spruce

Contemporary Monument Table Lamp - Square in Travertine, Solid Steel and Glass
By Louis Jobst
Located in London, GB
Monument Lamp - Square with Honed Roman Travertine, Solid Steel Billet and handblown Opal Matte Glass Louis Jobst' Monument Lamp - Square is high quality, bespoke and handmade using...
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2010s English Modern Table Lamps

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Travertine, Stone, Steel

Painted Wood Hopi Katsina Kachina Figure '#1'
Located in Bradenton, FL
Hopi katsina figures (Hopi language: tithu or katsintithu), also known as kachina dolls, are figures carved, typically from cottonwood root, by Hopi people to instruct young girls an...
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Mid-20th Century American Native American Native American Objects

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Wood

Giant Crocodile Fossil Wall Plate, Germany. 180 Million Years Old.
Located in London, GB
This outstanding fossilised skeleton is that of the ancestral crocodile species Steneosaurus bollensis that lived during the early Jurassic period. The skeleton, complete with armour...
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier German Decorative Art

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Other

America’s First “Spirit God” Ancestor
Located in South Burlington, VT
Pre-Columbian, Hispaniola, Arawak Peoples, Taino Native Indians, early 20th century or older This is an ancestor sculpture from the Arawak Peoples of the Greater Antilles Islands....
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Early 20th Century American Pre-Columbian Native American Objects

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Stone

Exceptional Pair of Islamic Mamluk Revival Silver Inlaid Quran Side Tables
Located in New York, NY
An exceptional and rare pair of Islamic Mamluk Revival silver and copper inlaid Quran Koran side tables, Egypt, circa late 19th century. Fully silver inlaid cairoware tables. Very...
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Antique 19th Century Egyptian Islamic Side Tables

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Silver, Brass, Copper

English Stone Fireplace Mantelpiece
By Acquisitions
Located in London, GB
Late Georgian, early Victorian style English made fireplace mantel. English made with impressive white limestone. Hand-carved with columns giving an elegant understated appearance.
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21st Century and Contemporary English Early Victorian Fireplaces and Man...

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Limestone

English Stone Fireplace Mantelpiece
English Stone Fireplace Mantelpiece
H 45.5 in W 63 in D 8.25 in
Ancient American "Human Effigy" Stone Pipe, Woodland Period
Located in South Burlington, VT
Early American Pre-Historic Human Effigy stone pipe, woodland period, 2500 BP Formerly in the Harold French collection, Amboy, Indiana (photo) All stone carvings from America's ea...
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier American Native American Objects

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Stone

Indigo Texcoco Mexican Wool Serape Blanket
Located in New York, NY
Handwoven Texcoco natural indigo and ivory wool serape blanket with traditional designs. Measures: 83" length with fringe, 75.5" length blanket body, 44.5" width, Circa 1930s Texcoco...
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20th Century Mexican Tribal Native American Objects

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Wool

Rare Acoma Polychromed Geometric Painting! Sky City Abstract Art Tapestry
By Acoma
Located in Peoria, AZ
"SKY CITY" ACOMA ABSTRACT ART POLYCHROMED TAPESTRY! CIRCA 1900-1930 Framed Behind Glass Extremely Rare! DIMENSIONS: Approximately 40" By 20" Framed In the dry and lonely desert ...
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Early 20th Century American Native American Native American Objects

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Canvas

Antique Sioux Moccasins 'Plains Indian' 1870s Buckskin, Quillwork & Beadwork
By Sioux Indian Art
Located in Denver, CO
Pair of antique Native American moccasins dating to the late Classic Period (1650-1875). Hand crafted by a Sioux, Plains Indian, artisan, circa 1870s. The moccasins are constructed ...
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Antique 19th Century American Native American Native American Objects

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Animal Skin, Hide, Glass, Beads

Large Southwest Style Ceramic Pottery Floor Vase or Centerpiece
Located in Miami, FL
A Native American Southwest style ceramic vase vessel. Very nice vintage decorative item, quality craftsmanship. Measurements: 16" High x 13" Diameter
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20th Century American Native American Pottery

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Ceramic

Laura Andreson Signed Glazed Mid-Century Modern California Studio Pottery Bowl
By Laura Andreson
Located in Studio City, CA
A wonderfully crafted and beautifully glazed bowl by renowned American California master potter Laura Andreson. This bowl features a deep, mesmerizing, rich purple/blue glaze. Gorgeo...
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

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Earthenware

Vintage Sculptural Decorative Natural Wooden Centerpiece Bowl
Located in San Jose, CA
Vintage sculptural decorative centerpiece serving bowl circa 1970s. Crafted in a hand carved canoe shape that has been naturally aged displaying plenty of rustic charm and patina. Th...
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Vintage 1970s Bohemian Decorative Bowls

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Wood

Native America Ancient Hand Carved Stone Pipe Idol Sculpture
Located in South Burlington, VT
From Native America and a collection dating to 1951, comes this unique old hand carved stone human effigy pipe figure idol , likely Hopewell culture with its bun head and ear spool f...
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier American Native American Objects

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Stone

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Arizona Turquoise Necklace
Located in Chesterland, OH
mined by Native Americans. The Kingman mine is one of three prehistoric mining sites in Arizona, where
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21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces

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Freshwater Pearl, Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Arizona Turquoise Necklace
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Luca Jouel Diamond Labyrint Necklace in Rose Gold
By Luca Jouel
Located in South Perth, AU
many cultures including Greek, Celtic, Mayan and Native American. They can be considered an energetic
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Antique Native American Southwestern Pottery, Nampeyo (Hopi), Early 20th Century
Located in Denver, CO
This exemplary earthenware canteen is finely painted in polychrome in a complex Prehistoric Revival
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Early 20th Century American Native American Native American Objects

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Earthenware

Gail Bird and Yazzie Johnson Gold and Labradorite Earrings
Located in New York, NY
of high quality gemstones, and innovative designs inspired by prehistoric Native Americans style
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Early 2000s American Native American Stud Earrings

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Labradorite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Prehistoric Eskimo, Inuit Carving, circa 1000 CE
By Eskimo
Located in Denver, CO
An authentic prehistoric Eskimo carved effigy of a walrus with a rich dark patina, circa 1000 CE
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier American Native American Sculptures and...

Horseshoe Crab, Blue
By Ben Fenske
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
Painted from life, a creature that dates back to prehistoric times. Horseshoe Crabs are known to
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21st Century and Contemporary American Impressionist Animal Paintings

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Oil, Panel

Horseshoe Crab
By Ben Fenske
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
Painted from life, a creature that dates back to prehistoric times. Horseshoe Crabs are known to
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21st Century and Contemporary American Impressionist Animal Paintings

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Linen, Oil

Horseshoe Crab, Green
By Ben Fenske
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
Painted from life, a creature that dates back to prehistoric times. Horseshoe Crabs are known to
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21st Century and Contemporary American Impressionist Animal Paintings

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Linen, Oil

Michael McCleve Bronze Brutalist Sculpture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
While working at the foundry at the Cosanti Foundation, Native American artist Michael McCleve was
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Vintage 1970s American Brutalist Abstract Sculptures

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Bronze, Steel

Medium, Ancient Turtle Coin Charm Amulet Pendant Necklace with Diamond, 24kt Gol
Located in Bozeman, MT
, protection, and fertility. Some Native Americans believe that the turtle contributed to creation because the
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2010s Turkish Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Gold, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver

"the Buffalo" Modern Geometric Ceramic Sculpture by Gene and Rebecca Tobey
Located in Pasadena, CA
This piece by Gene and Rebecca Tobey is a stunning Black Buffalo ceramic sculpture. In Native
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Vintage 1980s American Modern Sculptures and Carvings

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Ceramic

Small Polyptych Hot Colours in the Merton Beds Oxford Botanic Gardens
By Elaine Kazimierczuk
Located in Deddington, GB
of a riotous display of South American flora planted in the Merton beds at the Oxford Botanic Gardens
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Landscape Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Small Polyptych Hot Colours in the Merton Beds Oxford Botanic Gardens, original
Located in Deddington, GB
American flora planted in the Merton beds at the Oxford Botanic Gardens. A red ground and fluorescent
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Landscape Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Hungarian Surrealism Pop Art Hebrew Silkscreen Judaica Print Jewish Serigraph
By Jozsef Jakovits
Located in Surfside, FL
Kabbalah and calligraphy of Hebrew writing. He both met in New York, his paintings remained in America, but
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1980s Abstract Geometric Abstract Prints

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Archival Paper, Screen

Hungarian Surrealism Pop Art Hebrew Silkscreen Judaica Print Jewish Serigraph
By Jozsef Jakovits
Located in Surfside, FL
Kabbalah and calligraphy of Hebrew writing. He both met in New York, his paintings remained in America, but
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1980s Pop Art Abstract Prints

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Archival Paper, Screen

Surrealist Abstract Hebrew Shabbat Pop Art Silkscreen Judaica Jewish Serigraph
By Jozsef Jakovits
Located in Surfside, FL
America, but he took his calligraphic and mysticism approach into sculptures. In 1985 he received US
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1980s Pop Art Abstract Prints

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Archival Paper, Screen

Hungarian Surrealist Abstract Hebrew Silkscreen Judaica Print Jewish Serigraph
By Jozsef Jakovits
Located in Surfside, FL
Kabbalah and calligraphy of Hebrew writing. He both met in New York, his paintings remained in America, but
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1980s Abstract Geometric Abstract Prints

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Archival Paper, Screen

Surrealist Abstract Hebrew Aleph Pop Art Silkscreen Judaica Jewish Serigraph
By Jozsef Jakovits
Located in Surfside, FL
Kabbalah and calligraphy of Hebrew writing. He both met in New York, his paintings remained in America, but
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1980s Pop Art Abstract Prints

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Archival Paper, Screen

Untitled (Mountain Abstraction)
By Lynn Wolfe
Located in Denver, CO
student of fellow Nebraska native Robert Henri at the Art Students League in New York) who served as
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20th Century Abstract Impressionist Landscape Paintings

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Gouache, Archival Paper, Watercolor

Untitled (Mountain Abstraction)
Untitled (Mountain Abstraction)
H 24.25 in W 30.25 in D 2.25 in
Prehistoric Native American Pottery Bowl, Anasazi, circa 1000-1200 CE
Located in Denver, CO
. The Anasazi people lived in the American Southwest in what is now the four corners region (where
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier American Native American Native America...

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Earthenware

Vintage Casa Grandes Pottery Vase
Located in Chicago, IL
1940s when Prehistoric designs became popular. Not signed.
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Vintage 1940s American Native American Native American Objects

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Pottery

c. 1980 Gail Bird and Yazzie Johnson Jasper and Silver Belt Buckle
By Gail Bird and Yazzie Johnson
Located in New York, NY
A large Bruneau jasper and sterling silver belt buckle, one-of-a-kind by Native American artists
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Vintage 1980s American Native American More Jewelry

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Jasper, Agate, Silver, Sterling Silver

7.1 Carat Turquoise & Diamond Feather Textured Large Statement Box Ring, Unisex
Located in Bozeman, MT
by Prehistoric Works Ring details: Turquoise - 7.10 ct 4 Diamonds - 0.08 ct 24K Gold - 1.83 grams
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Native American Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver

Cara
By Diego Romero
Located in Kansas City, MO
-biting social commentary that communicate messages about contemporary Native American life, including
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2010s Contemporary Portrait Prints

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Lithograph

Cara
Cara
H 25 in W 25 in
Museum Style Artifact Cased Collection
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A large collection of Native American artifacts and natural specimens housed in a vintage display
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Antique 16th Century Primitive Natural Specimens

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Stone

Museum Style Artifact Cased Collection
Museum Style Artifact Cased Collection
H 1 in W 20.25 in D 14.25 in
Hungarian Surrealist Pop Art Hebrew Silkscreen Judaica Print Jewish Serigraph
By Jozsef Jakovits
Located in Surfside, FL
Kabbalah and calligraphy of Hebrew writing. He both met in New York, his paintings remained in America, but
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1980s Surrealist Abstract Prints

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Archival Paper, Screen

Vintage Garden of the Gods Postcards by Hook Photo, 1890
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
Prehistoric inhabitants as early as 1330 BC and Native American use as early as 250 BC. The Utes' oral
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Antique 1890s American Photography

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Paper

Acoma Olla Jar, circa 1930
Located in Santa Fe, NM
crenelated rim and concave vase, with designs inspired by prehistoric basketry and pottery, the motifs are
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Vintage 1930s American Native American Native American Objects

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Ceramic

Acoma Olla Jar, circa 1930
Acoma Olla Jar, circa 1930
H 8 in W 6 in D 8 in
Acoma Pueblo Black and White Pot, circa 1920
By Mary Histia
Located in Santa Fe, NM
tradition from the Prehistoric era. Traditionally made and fired with native clay and pigments, this pot is
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Early 20th Century American Native American Native American Objects

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Clay

Large Polychrome Hopi Jar, circa 1900
Located in Santa Fe, NM
a tall neck. The prehistoric inspired design features a highly abstracted avian motif with a
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Early 20th Century American Native American Native American Objects

Pottery Sherd Bowl
By Rick Dillingham
Located in Santa Fe, NM
styles. While working as a restorer of prehistoric Native American pottery, Dillingham became interested
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Vintage 1980s American Organic Modern Serving Bowls

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Ceramic

Pottery Sherd Bowl
Pottery Sherd Bowl
H 13 in W 18 in D 13 in
Hermès "Native American Feathers" Scarf
By Hermès
Located in Antwerp, BE
art by itself. This Hermès "Native American Feathers" Scarf features a prehistoric design consisting
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21st Century and Contemporary Scarves

New Zealand Jade Necklace
Located in Barnsley, GB
old tadeona Prehistoric Māori adzes from New Zealand (called toki in Māori) were used for carving
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21st Century and Contemporary New Zealand Contemporary Rope Necklaces

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Jade

Arizona Turquoise Beaded Necklace
Located in Chesterland, OH
by Native Americans. The Kingman mine is one of three prehistoric mining sites in AZ, where ancient
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2010s American Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

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Freshwater Pearl, Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Luca Jouel Rose Gold Black Diamond Labyrint Necklace
By Luca Jouel
Located in South Perth, AU
many cultures including Greek, Celtic, Mayan and Native American. They can be considered an energetic
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Black Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

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Questions About Prehistoric Native American
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A Native American artifact is any object that provides insight into the lives and history of native people in America. These items range from carved stone pipes, weapons for hunting, tools for cooking, pottery, jewelry and more. Find a collection of artifacts on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The most well-known Native American blankets come from Navajo weaving, which are prized by collectors worldwide. Originally utilitarian, the Navajo people began creating blankets specifically for export and tourism in the 19th century. Shop a collection of Navajo blankets from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    What Native American drums are called varies by type. Ones designed to rest in the player's lap are hand drums, while instruments that hold water used primarily by the Iroquois and Yaqui are water drums. Large freestanding drums that produce loud percussive sounds are powwow drums. The Aztec and Hopi used foot drums. You'll find a range of Native American drums on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Native American slippers are called moccasins. Moccasins are characterized by their U-shaped puckered toe design and are crafted with various leathers such as sheepskin or buffalo. They may or may not be decorated with beading. Shop a collection of authentic moccasins from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    It depends on which region the beads were made since they were created out of available materials found in the land around them. In the Eastern Woodlands, white and purple marine shell beads were called “wampum”. You can shop a collection of Native American beadwork from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To identify Native American baskets, you can research the patterns using authoritative online resources to try and determine which tribe produced it. However, many replicas exist and there are many tribes that produced baskets. As a result, it is a good idea to consult a licensed appraiser. On 1stDibs, find a variety of expertly vetted Native American baskets.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    What a Native American headdress represents depends on what tribe produced it. In general, headdresses may symbolize a person's status within the tribe or serve as a sign of bravery during battle. You'll find a selection of Native American headdresses on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    What Native Americans used to produce baskets varied from tribe to tribe. Generally, craftsmen used whatever materials were readily available. In the Northeast, sweet grass was a common material, while pine needles and wicker are frequently found in baskets produced by tribes in the Southeast. Find a range of vintage and antique baskets on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    In the Native American language of Powhatan spoken by the Algonquian indigenous people, moccasin refers to a hand-sewn suede bootie. Today, people may call any shoes that feature stitched round toes by the name. Shop a variety of moccasins on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    There are a wide array of different dolls made by the various tribes of Native American peoples. Some of the most well-known are the kachinas made by the Navajo, Hopi and Pueblo peoples. Shop an array of Native American dolls on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To tell if Native American jewelry is real, have it evaluated by a licensed and experienced appraiser. Because every tribe has its own designs and identifying characteristics, it is usually not possible to determine authenticity using only online resources. Find a collection of expertly vetted Native American jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    A number of Native American tribes are known for pottery, including the Cheyenne, Cherokees, Hopi, Iroquois, Navajo Pueblo and Shoshone. Artisans from each indigenous group have their own style. For example, Hopi pottery is often a red-brown color and decorated with black designs, while Navajo pottery is deeper brown and usually has a high-gloss finish. Find a selection of Native American pottery on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    What rattles symbolize in Native American culture varies from tribe to tribe. Some indigenous people believe they serve as connections between the natural and spiritual worlds. Others believe they represent the ties between animals, plants and minerals. In addition, rattles sometimes symbolize independence. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Native American rattles.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The two types of Native American beadwork are called the “lazy stitch” or “lane stitch” and the “tack stitch” or “flat stitch”. You can shop a collection of Native American beadwork from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.