1. Southwest U.S.A., Amerind, attributed to Anasazi, a nicely-decorated bowl with some repair, the base marked: (sic)JEDDITO---15th C, (T?)OMOLOVI,ARIZ, and inventory number. Some repairs, otherwise attractive. D: 9.5". H: 4". might be worth researching. $300

2. Mexico, a lot of two pieces. First is Pre-classic Chupicuaro Colima, c. 400 BC, transitional miniature frog pottery vessel executed in traditional red slip. Frog probably still showing tadpole attributes has nice rhomboid eyes expression. It measures 2.25” in height by 2.5”. Found in good condition with minor chipping to rim nice manganese deposits. Second piece, Colima, c. 250 BC-AD 250. An anthropomorphic vessel with four very small legs. In light tan slip; the front side of vessel with human-like standing figure with arm holding the round vessel on his back. Slight chip to nose and on back rim otherwise nice. It measures approximately 3.5” in height by 4” in width by 4” in depth. $350

3. West Mexico, Chupicuaro, c. 800 – 400 BC. A tripod bowl with pointed open-work feet. This vessel is executed in a light grey to brown slip. Inside still containing original residues. Rim carries light scalloped to the edge of the rim. H: 2.75"; D: 7.75”. It has nice manganese deposit and root marks. Found intact. Nice and from a rare culture. $200

4. West Mexico, Chupicuaro, c. 800 – 400 BC. A lovely red ware polychrome tripod bowl with glossy finish. This vessel has interesting birds painted in white paint on outside of each of the tripod’s legs. Inside of bowl with painted band in brown paint near top; stick-like objects in white paint within the band. Rim with white zig-zag type design. It measures about 7.75” in diameter and is 4" high. Some restoration over cracks which do not detract from presence. $400

5. West Mexico, Colima, c. 100 BC. A finely carved small dark stone head of a dog. Eyes of incised “almond” shape with mouth slightly agape. Purchased and originally attributed by Oscar Meyer as Aztec. On custom stand. L: 1.5". Choice and rare. Ex. Oscar Meyer Collection. Meyer was a very prominent ancient art dealer in Los Angeles in the 1960's and 1970's. Joel L. Malter Collection, ROA-1045. $1,250

6. West Mexico, Colima, c. 250 BC – AD 250. A very unusual and rare blackware smiling (mouth agape) toad pot. Bulbous body with multi bumped back and side surfaces (some bumps missing), smiling toad head protrudes from top of vessel. Legs are long and skinny; some slight losses to right front foot). Vessel measure approximately 8” in height by 8.5” in width. This vessel has nice surface deposits and is in good solid condition. $450

7. West Mexico, Jalisco, c. 250 BC – AD 250. A perfectly round poison bottle executed in bright red slip with geometric negative resist geometric pattern to circumference and top. Bottle has approximately a diameter of 4.5” by 4.5” in height. Found intact. Rare. $200

8. West Mexico, Nayarit, c. 250 BC – AD 250. A standing male figure with wide and flat torso and hands resting on hips. Long and pointed nose and wearing nose ring. Her right foot bifurcated. Nice pale white paint covers entire surfaces Nice condition. H: 8". $350

9. West Mexico, Nayarit, c. 250 BC – AD 250. A nice ceramic of a standing female figure wearing a long skirt, her hands resting on her hips. She wears wide turban headdress, nose ring and ears pools. Light white patina remains on red slip. Nice condition. H: 6". $350

10. West Mexico, Nayarit, c. 250 BC – AD 250. A nice standing male figure with hands on hips. Some of original plaid design still evident on his upper torso. He also wears nose ring and wide band turban on forehead. Both feet are bifurcated. Nice pale white paint covers entire surfaces. Left hand appears to have been repaired. Nice and attractive. H: 7.75". $350

11. West Mexico, Nayarit, c. 250 BC - AD 250. A lot of 2 nice pieces. First a small and fine red slip figure of a seated man. He wears large ears pools and wide banded and tall headdress with cloak that covers his entire body. Cloak still has original linear designs painted in black and white paint. In nice condition. Attractive! H: 5.25". Second piece is much small and is of pale creme slip. Seated figure with knees bents, hands on knees. He wears large earspools with interesting single hair braid on left side of his head. H: 3.75". $350/2

12. West Mexico, Nayarit, c. 250 BC – AD 250. A flat female effigy standing with bifurcated feet. Effigy has strong mineral deposits on surface and has evidence of negative painting. Found intact. $250

13. West Mexico, Nayarit, c. 250 BC – AD 250. A seated warrior holding club with serrated edge with both hands. He wears wide headband with scarified mouth. Heavily restored with losses to left foot. H: 9.25". Also a pair of Peruvian bronze “tumi” knives. Both about 3.5" long. $350/3

14. West Mexico, c. 250 BC to c. AD 500. A lot of five small creme slip objects. Including 2 small Jalisco bowls, 1 roller seal, and 2 Teotihuacan incensario elements. All pieces from 1" to 2.5" in size. All Nice; some loses to roller seal. A good study lot. $450/5

15. West Mexico, c. 250 BC to c. AD 500. A lot of five small creme slip objects. Including 2 miniature Colima bowls, one Mayan stamp seal, 1 West Mexican roller seal, one large West Mexican spindle whorl. All are nice; the whorl with some chipping. All pieces from 1" to 2" in size. Nice. A good study lot. $450/5

16. West Mexico, c. 250 BC to c. AD 500. A lot of five small creme slip objects. Including 2 small Jalisco bowls, 1 stamp seal, 2 small roller seals. All are nice. All pieces from 1" to 2" in size. A good study lot. $450/5

17. Mexico, Mayan, Late Classic, c. AD 400 – 600. A wonderfully carved white colored shell pendant with head of man (perhaps a shaman) wearing large spool earring and with mouth agape facing left. His entire head protrudes from beak of Quetzal bird which is also nicely detail with incised linear design. Much of original purple colored paint still evident. On wood stand. L: 2.25". . Ex. Michael. Robins Collection. Joel L. Malter Collection, ROA-808, $875

18. Mexico, Michoacan, c. 200 BC – AD 200. A lot of 2 small but fine ceramic bowls. Both nicely incised with attractive design. One in red slip, the small in pale brown. H: 2.5" and 2.75". $400

19. Mexico, Mixtec or Aztec, c. 13th -15th century AD. Skull carved from shell core! Squarish, simplified features. Eyes are drilled, each a sunken hole; teeth indicated by tubular drills. Borings at either side for suspension. Intact with slight wear and handsomely set into 18kt gold ring. Height of carving is 24mm. A stunning and unique piece of jewelry! Joel L. Malter Collection. $2,500

20. Mexico, Michoacan with Teotihuacan influence, c. AD 200 – 400. A standing bare breasted woman in pleasing pale red slip. Nice facial design. On stand. Joel L. Malter Collection, ROA-749. H: 3.25" $300

21. Mexico, Teotihuacan, c. AD 300 – 650. This Late Period figure is 4” high and depicts a seated individual holding a child, probably for sacrificial purposes. He is wearing an ornately molded garment, headdress and large ear ornaments. Nice example, minor repair. $250

22. Mexico, Teotihuacan, c. 250 BC – AD 250. A lovely creme slip pedestal vessel. Bulbous mid section of pot is nicely incised rendering a plump turkey. His head protrudes from section of large opening at top. Ex. Dr. EF Simpson Collection. Choice! Ht: 6.5", D: 4.25". Joel L. Malter Collection, ROA-2108. $550

23. Mexico, Veracruz, c. AD 500. A lot of 2 small ceramics. Including a 2 headed ocarina (some losses, still nice)! H: 4" and on custom metal stand. Second is a small ceramic plaque of a priest who wears necklace detailed in black paint. H: 4". Also on custom metal stand. Choice!!! $350/2

24. Mexico, Veracruz, c. AD 500. A very interesting pale creme slip tripod effigy figure of 2 standing skeletal figures. Some losses but still quite nice. H: 3.5". $300

25. Mexico, a lot of 3 ceramic pieces. Lot consists of a Chipicuaro, c. 250 BC – AD 300, small, concentric bottle in traditional red slip; about 3" in diameter. Piece has a wonderful rich patina; small stable crack, otherwise intact. Also a pale brown ceramic lid from the same culture with loop handle. H: 2.5". Also a small Michoacan, c. 200 BC – AD 200, shoe shaped ceramic vessel in pale orange slip with single loop handle. L: 2.5". Last piece is Jalisco red slip “poison” bottle, c. 100 BC – AD 250. Much of original paint still visible. Nice glossy surfaces and in fine condition. H: 4". $450/3

26. Mexico, Guerrero, polychrome carved wood mask, with cast bronze accents between the eyes and on the tip of the nose. A skull is atop the bearded face. Some losses around the base of the skull indicate it is of pottery. Interesting style! L: o/a ca. 17". $100

27. Guatemala, Maya, c. AD 550 – 800. This fine whistle figure is 4" tall and depicts a ceremonial dancer in a parrot costume. He is posed with wings spread and has a functional whistles built into the tail. In excellent condition, with nice mineral deposits, pigment remnants and great toning. $300

28. Costa Rica, Nicoya, AD 800 – 1000. A snarling tripod jaguar urn. This nice vessel still carries original working rattle. It measures approximately 8” in height and has striking presence. It is painted in red, creme and black paint. Right shoulder protrusion is missing otherwise in a good solid condition with no cracks or restoration. H; 8:, D: 3.5". $750

29. Costa Rica, Nicoya, c. AD 1000 – 1500. A tripod bowl with typically hollow legs. In creme slip and nicely painted on outside with 3 circular bands painted on inside top of bowl. H: 3.5", D: 5.25". $250

30. Costa Rica, c. AD 1000 – 1500. An elaborately decorated trophy head, 6” diameter, decorated with multiple ear ornaments. This large vessel is covered with extensive incised designs and nice orange slip. $450

31. Costa Rica/Panama, c. 500 A. D. a fine base gold casting of an eagle with detailed beak . H: 3". Very nice condition. Joel L. Malter Collection, ROA-2229. 11.47 grams. $1,500

32. Guatemala, Maya, c. AD 550 – 800. This elaborately incised tripod jar is 5-1/2” high and comes from the Usutlan site in the Quiche region. Two large glyph panels decorate this thin-walled vessel, which has a highly burnished exterior. In perfect condition, with good mineral deposits and root marks. $800

33. Guatemala, Maya, Tikal, c. AD 550 – 950. A wonderfully made soft stone model of 2 level temple. Bottom level of rectangular shape with identical large incised door design on all four sides. Upper level is square shaped and smaller and sits slightly off center. It has same exquisite human facing design incised on all four sides with small incised square design on either side of face. Much of original paint in pastel colors of purple, blue and white remain on entire piece. ex Phillips. Joel L. Malter Collection, ROA-1265. H: 3", L: 5", Depth 3.5". Exquisitely preserved. $1,500

34. Colombia, Narino, c. AD 850 – 1500. A wonderful ceremonial rattle from the Capuli Cultural Complex , 4” long, decorated with the characteristic negative resist paint, executed in black over the cream slip. Along with a 2-1/2” high olla from the same site. It is decorated with a black on red linear design on the bottom and unburnished cream kaolin slip on top. In excellent condition. $200/2

35. Colombia, Quimbaya, c. AD 500. A miniature ceramic pendant of a typically highly stylized standing male figure. Slit eyes on flat and rectangularly shaped body with hands resting on flat and similarly shaped torso. On custom wood stand. H: 2.5". Joel L. Malter Collection, ROA-893. Choice and rare this small and fine. $375

36. Colombia, Tairona, c. AD 500 – 800. A lovely and small pale green steatite “bat” ocarina or whistle. Carved with fine detail, bat stands and faces forward with his wings spread out at his sides. Large almond shaped eyes with mouth open revealing his teeth. H: 2.25". Choice. Joel L. Malter Collection, ROA-844. $1,250

37. Colombia, Tairona, c. AD 500 – 800. A choice dark red-brown colored ceramic 4 holed “ocarina” in the form of a detailed standing shaman wearing tall ceremonial headdress. Exquisite detail throughout. On custom wood stand. H: 3.25". A choice and desirable piece. Joel L. Malter Collection, ROA-236. $850

38. Colombia, Tairona, c. AD 500 – 800. A large and choice dark gray colored ceramic 4 holed “ocarina” in the form of a shaman seated on canoe with head of cayman on each end of canoe. Incised work for water. H: 4.5". Rare. Joel L. Malter Collection, ROA-1201. $1,250

39. Colombia, Tairona, c. AD 1100 - 1350. A very interesting pale yellow-red slip single spouted ceramic vessel with highly stylized jaguar(?) heads at opposite sides. Boat shaped body of vessel rests on four short and stubby legs with large open and flared spout in center between heads. Incised design is evident around base of heads, spout and legs. H: 8.25". Nice condition with repair evident at neck of one of he heads. $900

40. Colombia, Rio Magdalena burial urn, c. AD 1100-1500. Large 2 part creme slip urn measuring 36" high when lid sits atop cylindrical urn. Lid depicts a seated female with her knees bent and her hands resting atop each knee. She is bare-breasted with her genitalia revealed. Her head and neck have been repaired and there are losses at the bottom of the round lid upon which she sits. Urn is 20" high and void of design except for small protruding knob about 4 inches below rim. Urn restored from fragment but still in nice condition. Lid alone measures about 18". A large and attractive item. $2,500

41. Ecuador, Bahia, ca. 350 BC – AD 500. A tall standing ceramic figure with hands resting on his belly. Upper portion painted in rust color with bottom half in white. He wears a simple single stranded necklace and smooth headdress. Some slight loses to his nose with repair evident on backside and under his chin. H: 9.5". $300

42. Ecuador, Bahia, ca. 350 BC – AD 500. A tall standing ceramic figure of a male figure, his short and stubby hands stretched forward. He wears nose and earrings as well as necklace with pendant. In typical pale yellow and red paint. H: 9". $300

43. Ecuador, Bahia, ca. 350 BC – AD 500. A tall standing ceramic priestly figure with tall headdress with 4 seated birds atop. He clutches an implement with both hands across his chest. Braids of hair dangle downwards in original shades of blue and yellow paint. Overall condition is choice with some minor repair evident to tail feathers of one of the birds and some loses to . H: 10.5". $400

44. Ecuador, Carchi, c. AD 1000 - 1500. A finely crated red ceramic figure of a seated man with mouth wide open appearing to scream at the top of his lungs! Hands rest on his knees, genitalia exposed. Much of original black linear design still evident under whitish patina. H:10.5". Choice condition. $850

45. Ecuador, Chorrera, ca. 800 – 500 BC. A Standing Warrior Effigy ceramic male figure. Stands at attention with short stubby arms. Tall rounded and smooth red headdress with small earrings. Solemn facial expression with black paint bands running vertically from his eye lids to his chin. Incised design adorns his red painted shorts. H: 9". Choice! $650

46. Ecuador, Chorrera, ca. 800 – 500 BC. A very interesting single stirrup handled tripod vessel. Vessel’s 3 legs are “tear drop” shaped with bulbous section at top. Monkey is the actual handle that holds on to spout. Painted in red and white. Choice! H: 8.5". $500

47. Ecuador, Chorrera, ca. 800 – 500 BC. A ceramic “fish” shape instrument. Elongated and “eye” shaped with textured surface on single side which is bordered by smooth red colored frame. Bottom of piece is smooth and void of color. Repaired but all original. L: 12". $350

48. Ecuador, Chorrera, ca. 800 – 500 BC. An attractive red slip “fish” plate. Unusual and interesting bowl in the shape of a fat fish. Inside of bowl with some incised design. Short tail fin at back with indented sides for pectoral fins. Some repair but still nice! L: 8". $300

49. Ecuador, Guangala, c. 500 BC – AD 400. A very interesting and rare red ware figure depicting a seated monkey sitting on his coiled tail, hands resting on his knees. Feet, hands, legs and wrists nicely incised. Behind head of monkey is the spout of vessel. Repairs to tail and feet; still attractive and a seldom seen culture. H: 5.5". $500

50. Ecuador, Guangala, c. 500 BC – AD 400. A small bird pot. Pale brown slip bowl with two horizontal rows of large bumps around entire outside. Two small birds sit at opposite sides of rim. H: 4". Nice. $350

51. Ecuador, Guangala, c. 500 BC – AD 400. A tall and slender kneeling man. Long and slender arms are at his sides with his hands resting on his thighs. Beautifully incised design on garmet that runs from his neck to just above his knees. Bulbous headdress with single incised horizontal band on lower portion. Nose ring dangles with orange colored coral bead at bottom. Several repairs are evident but still a tall and impressive piece from this scarce Ecuadorian culture. H: 15". $950

52. Ecuador, Jamacoaque, c. 500 BC – AD 100. A carved heart of conch shell into the form of an armadillo with mother of pearl inlaid eyes. Hole is bored through entire piece just behind front legs; tip of tail with some repair. Tail chipped, otherwise a superb piece. A fine and desirable piece. L: 3.5". Joel L. Malter collection, ROA-2220. $900

53. Ecuador, Jamacoaque, ca. 350 BC – AD 400. A seated pale creme slip male figure wearing elaborate necklace with large medallion. He wears large earrings, headdress with two large round discs and rest his hands on his bent knees. Some original pale green paint still evident. Some minor repair evident to fingers on left hand and on right foot. Nice. H: 7.5". $350

54. Ecuador, Jamacoaque, ca. 350 BC – AD 400. A pair of standing ceramic figures. Quite similar in style and color of creme slip. Both wear tall and rounded headdresses with arms and hands (palms facing forward) at sides. Both wear nose rings and necklaces as well. Female figure slightly smaller with slightly protruding breasts. Both in nice condition, female figure with some repair evident on front and back side. Both about 8" tall; male figure with wider head and torso. $400/2

55. Ecuador, Jamacoaque, ca. 350 BC – AD 400. An interesting lot to 2 very similar small ceramic masks. Both crafted in high relief and with much of original pastel blue-green and yellow paint still evident. Eyes are both masks have small slits that pierce completely through ceramic. Both in very nice condition; one missing the left ear. Size is about 5" x 5" on both pieces. $500/2

56. Ecuador, Jamacoaque, ca. 350 BC – AD 400. A lot of 2 small and nice ceramic standing figures. Both standing in rigid posture with arms held down at sides, palm facing forward. One void of paint in pale creme slip and wears tall, round and flat headdress with two long braids falling downwards at either side of back of headdress. H: 6.5" and condition is nice. Second piece slightly small with many different colors still evident including red, yellow, white and blue. This piece with tall, flat and crescent shaped headdress and also wears decorative blouse and necklace. H: 5.75". $500/2

57. Ecuador, Jamacoaque, ca. 350 BC – AD 400. A lovely seated ceramic figure. He wears elaborate headdress, necklace, earrings, and bracelets all of which are detailed and painted in pale blue paint. Hands are detailed (right thumb missing) and rest on his knees. Overall condition is nice with some repair. H: 6.5". $350

58. Ecuador, Jamacoaque, ca. 350 BC – AD 400. A interesting and unusual seated ceramic figure. Seated priestly figure rests his hands on his knees and wears highly detailed costume. Headdress is more like a large hat that has incised designs on sides and in back. Large earrings, necklace and shirt are also incised with much of the original paint in shades of yellow and pale blue still evident. Facial expression is scary with mouth agape revealing some teeth. Overall condition is nice. H:7". $400

59. Ecuador, Jamacoaque, c. 300 BC – AD 400. This superb 7” high figure depicts a shaman seated on a four-legged stool, holding a ceremonial object, perhaps a rattle. He is ornately adorned with a complex headdress, broad necklace with a human trophy head pectoral and matching bracelets, as well as the typical loincloth and nose ornament. Overall in excellent condition, with nice turquoise, red and gold paint, as well as great applique workmanship. $600

60. Ecuador, Jamacoaque, c. 300 BC – AD 400. This excellent figure is 6” high and depicts a tribal elder, seated on a four-legged stool. His deeply wrinkled face is painted red and he is holding a snuff jar in one hand and inhaler tube in the other. He is wearing a necklace with pectoral pendant, ear ornaments and the bracelets on his legs are decorated with feathers. In excellent condition, with good red and blue paint. $500

61. Ecuador, Jamacoaque, c. 300 BC – AD 400. A pair of excellent sellos, one a 3” x 3” stamp with stylized zoomorphic designs and celestial symbols, the second a hollow roller with a group of figures, a motif thought to depict a burial procession. Both are rare examples of the type. $250

62. Ecuador, Jamacoaque, c. 300 BC – AD 400. This adorable maternal group is 5” high and depicts a mother holding a finely detailed baby on her lap. They are represented in a very natural, life-like pose and are adorned with the extensive jewelry characteristic of the type. In excellent condition, with good gold and blue paint. $500

63. Ecuador, Manabi, c. BC 400 – AD 500. A miniature ceramic of seated shaman. He wears tall, rounded and incised headdress with his hands on his knees. H: 2.5". Joel L. Malter Collection, ROA-1145. $250

64. Ecuador, Manteno Fruitera, c. AD 700 – 1200. A half scarified male figure with his genitalia exposed stands at attention and supports large and flared spout atop his head in t he form of a bowl. The stands atop a domed shaped base. Some repairs to lip of spout otherwise in very nice condition. H: 12.5", diameter of bowl is 7". $900

65. Ecuador, Valdivia, 3500 – 1500 BC. A lot of two exquisite miniature ceramic standing female figures. Both are pristine and highly detailed. Both with hands on bellies. Tall piece with incised genitalia. Both with typical incised simplistic facial design. H: 3" and 3.25". Joel L. Malter Collection, ROA-1204. Rare this fine. $500/pair

66. Ecuador, Valdivia, 3500 – 1500 BC. A lot of 3 exquisite miniature ceramic standing female figures. All are pristine and highly detailed. From old European collection. $600/3

67. Ecuador, Valdivia, 3500 – 1500 BC. A lot of 3 exquisite miniature ceramic standing female figures. All are pristine and highly detailed. From old European collection. $600/3

68. Ecuador, Valdivia, 3500 – 1500 BC. A interesting and scarce carved stone effigy of a perched owl. Carved from a pale green stone; owl has two large and recessed round eyes, large beak and detailed talons. Simplistic incised linear design throughout. Piece stands on its own. H: 4.25". $600

69. Ecuador, Valdivia, 3500 – 1500 BC. A lot of 2 interesting and quite unusual carved stone idols. Carved from a porous pale green stone, standing anthropomorphic figure carved on both pieces appear to be in rigid posture with large and protruding eyes and crudely incised and neck. Each figure is rectangular in shape, flat with a mirror-like carving on both sides. Size are 8" and 10". Both rare and in choice condition. $1,000/2

70. Peru, Chancay, c. AD 1100 – 1400. A terra cotta Cuchimihco male figure, with decorated face and hands placed near his genitalia. Face nice painted with brown, showing lines below the eyes. H: 4 ½”. Intact and a good example. $300

71. Peru, Chavin, c. 1200 – 200 BC. The chamber and neck of this 11-1/4” tall, single spout vessel are incised with a rayed solar motif. The heavy dendrite deposits create a wonderful texture against the nicely burnished brown slip. Unusually large for this type. $550

72. Peru, Chavin, c. 1200 – 200 BC. This highly detailed bottle is 8-1/2” high and is decorated with seedpods projecting from the chamber and spout of the vessel. Alternating sections of highly burnished and roughened slip create a wonderful texture. Beautiful example, minor repair, nice mineral deposits. $700

73. Peru, Chimu, c. AD 1100 - 1450. This unusually large zoomorphic vessel is 11-1/4" high, 12-1/4" long and depicts a monkey with its legs tucked under the body. He has an adorably expressive face, with the ear ornaments and strap over his back indicating that this is a cherished pet. The large spout is decorated with important fertility symbols, step pyramids, solar emblems and waves, as well as a narrow band of incised decorative designs. In excellent condition, with nice deposits. $1,000

74. Peru, Chimu - Lambayeque, c. AD 1100 – 1200. A tall blackware vessel depicting a royal male figure with simplified arms and legs. The facial features are well defined and he wears a necklace, the spout of the vessel comes right from the top of his head. Intact and choice. H: 7 ¾”. $500

75. Peru, Chimu-Lambayeque, c. AD 1100 – 1200. A blackware erotic vessel depicting a couple engaged in a sex act. Intact with good surfaces. H: 3 ¼”; L: 4”. $400

76. Peru, Chimu - Lambayeque, c. AD 1100 – 1200. A Feline blackware vessel with nice features and good, glossy surfaces. One small chip to the rim, otherwise a pleasing example; H: 3 3/8”. $300

77. Peru, Chimu - Lambayeque, c. AD 1100 – 1200. A blackware bottle with round body and single handle attaching to a spout with a human head at the base. The head is well defined with large ear spools, a spiked headdress and a beaded necklace. Small ringed foot at the base of the vessel. Intact and a very nice example. H: 4 3/8”. $400

78. Peru, Chimu - Lambayeque, c. AD 1100 – 1200. A blackware feline bottle, showing entire animal with wide-open eyes. Some loss to one side of the face, otherwise in good condition. H: 2 5/8”. $300

79. Peru, Chimu - Lambayeque, c. AD 1100 – 1200. A blackware bottle with two small handles and tall spout. Each side depicts an animal figure above a crescent, set within a stippled pattern with raised black pellets with a grey background. Intact and a handsome piece. H: 3 3/8”. $400

80. Peru, Huari, c. AD 600 – 800. A wonderful heavy pendant carved in sodalite. This detailed carving depicts “curaca” or local tribal chief with striking presence. H: 1.75”. This is one of the nicest Huari pendants we’ve handled and is a rare find. $750

81. Peru, Inca, 15th Century AD. A wonderfully painted polychrome hour-glass shaped kero. Colors of paint include orange, red, gray and creme. H: 6.5". In excellent condition. Ex. Joel L. Malter Collection #2047. $475

82. Peru, Moche, c. AD 200 - 450. This fine Moche III vessel is 9” high, has an unusual squared-off base and terminates in a false spout shaped like a mace head. A nicely incised rope is molded in high relief around the neck of the mace head, indicating a captured weapon and making this a stylized prisoner vessel. In excellent condition, with highly burnished slip. $750

83. Peru, Moche, c. AD 450 - 550. This large Moche IV figural vessel is 12-1/4” tall and depicts a hooded individual wearing a striped mantle. The finely detailed face has a stern expression and piercing eyes. An unusual type. See Hoyle’s “Checan”, page 64, for similar example from the Herrera Museum in Lima. $700

84. Peru, Moche, c. AD 250 – 550. A single handle ceramic stirrup pot in the shape of a crab with the head of a man. Body of pot is round with crab body wrapped all around. Large human head with bold facial features protrudes at top wearing tall crested headdress. Pot painted in red and creme paint. Condition is excellent. H: 7 1/8". $500

85. Peru, Moche, c. AD 250 – 550. A nice “Tumi” or ceremonial knife. Of typical shape and in nice condition. H: 5". $250

86. Peru, Moche, c. AD 100 – 700. An early Moche copper tumi, 6-5/8” long. It is topped with a human hand holding a San Pedro cactus, prized for its hallucinogenic properties. The back of the hand has ornamental incising, depicting a pair of feline heads. Nice patina. $500

87. Peru, Moche, c. AD 450 - 550. This choice Moche IV figural vessel is 9” high and depicts an individual with his arms tucked under his striped mantle. He is nicely adorned with fancy headdress, ear ornaments and his coif is tied at the back. In excellent condition, with strong paint and mineral deposits. $800

88. Peru, Moche, c. AD 450 - 700. An attractive red slip single spouted “frog” vessel. Frog is detailed in white paint. Head of frog protrudes from under front of stirrup handle while 2 hind legs and tail are in slight relief at back of vessel. Age cracks evident on back portion of vessel otherwise a lovely piece in nice condition. H: 6 ½”. Joel L. Malter Collection. $500

89. Peru, Moche, c. AD 250 – 550. A silver feline head with eyes fashioned from sodalite. Once formed part of a royal vestment decoration, with holes on all four sides where is was attached to other similar items. Intact and in choice condition. 2 5/8” x 2”. $500

90. Peru, Moche, c. 50 BC – AD 100. This lovely Moche I mammiform vessel is 7” tall and depicts four joined fruit. The fine cream slip is carefully burnished and shows mineral deposits. A choice example of a phytomorphic effigy piece made for a fertility ritual. Rare and perfect. $500

91. Peru, Moche, c. AD 200 - 450. This fine Moche III double-chambered parrot vessel is 8-3/4" high, 8" long and is nicely molded with attention to detail. Wings and legs are indicated with red paint over the cream slip and the rear chamber is decorated with traditional geometric designs. Good tone on the whistle hidden inside the hollow head. Nicely burnished slip and strong paint. $850

92. Peru, Moche, c. AD 550 - 700. This sweet Moche V Feline effigy is 7-3/4” long, 8-1/2” high and is depicted with a collar and leash around its neck, indicating that this represents a cherished, domesticated pet, made to accompany its owner into the afterlife. The cat has a beautiful face and natural pose. Nice example. $700

93. Peru, Nazca, c. AD 400 – 600. A nice polychrome round bottomed kero vessel with trophy heads around the outside. Intact with a single age crack. H: 5 1/8”. $400

95. Peru, Nazca, c. AD 400 – 600. A nice polychromed dish depicting a central fish with decorative lines around the rim. Intact with nice, rich colors. H: 1 ¾”; Dia: 6 ½”. $300

96. Peru, Tiahuanaco, c. AD 600 – 800. A polychrome llama incensario, with a animal-like figure crouching on either side. Some age cracks and loss of paint, but a nice vessel. H: 3 3/8”; L: 4”. $400

97. Peru, Viru, c. AD 1 – 100. This delicately molded Gallinazo – Viru figural pinkware bottle is 5-3/4” high and is topped with a human head, formed in fine detail, with eyes characteristic of the type. The slip is highly burnished and shows good mineral deposits. A rare and hard to find type. $550

98. Chile, Mapuche, c. AD 1200 – 1500. A Rare Mapuche “Quitra” or stone pipe. This unusual stone carving is executed in the shape of an upright guanaco or other auquenid. It was probably used in ceremonies by the “Machi” or senior shaman of the tribe. It measures approximately 7” in height and has a nice aged surface. A rare and interesting item. $750

99. Pre-Columbian heads, c. 250 BC – AD 500. Large lot of ceramic head fragments. 15 loose with 7 that are mounted on small wooden stands. All with nice detail, some with original paint. Various cultures represented from Mexico to Ecuador. A nice study lot. $500/22

100. Colonial Period, c. 1500 – 1600. A pale brown slip “teapot” shaped vessel. Spout on opposite sides of vessel with tall loop handle in middle. Beautifully designed with detailed linear style in brown paint throughout. H: 5.75". $550

101. Pre-Dynastic Period, c. 4000 – 3000 BC. A terra cotta bowl. Dark brownish-black heavy slip with rounded rim. Numerous repairs evident in pale red colored plaster. H: 3", D: 7". $350

102. Pre-Dynastic Period, c. 4000 – 3000 BC. A terra cotta jar. Dark brownish-black heavy slip with rounded rim. Numerous repairs evident in pale red colored plaster. H: 8", D: 4". $550

103. Pre-Dynastic Period, c. 4000 - 3000 BC. A miniature Naqada red ware bowl with black top. Outside of vase with old chipping. Nice patina. H: 3.5". Joel L. Malter Collection, Register of Art, ROA-2122. $400

104. Old Kingdom, c. 2625 – 2130 BC. An small alabaster mortar with thick walls, a flat top and two lug handles. Intact and an excellent example. H: 1 5/8”; D: 3”. From the collection of Joel L. Malter, ROA-35. $500

105. Old Kingdom, c. 3 rd or 4 th Dynasty. An alabaster cylindrical vase with slightly tapered sides and flared lip. Intact with good surface deposits. Inside bottom of vase with copper sulfites due to bronze applicator that once rested inside. Used for storing cosmetic or medicinal liquids. A very nice example. H: 5 7/8", D: 3.5". $850

106. Roman Period, 2 nd – 3 rd Century AD. A black glazed spouted vessel with single handle and small, ringed foot. Intact with some incised circles on the lower portion of the body. H: 5 ¾”. A very nice and scarce example. $350

107. New Kingdom, 1575 – 1070 BC. A copper hoe for tilling the soil. Intact with edge damage from use in antiquity. Two holes on the dorsal side for attachment to a shaft. Nicely patinated and a very good example. L: 4 1/8”. See Petrie, /Tools and Weapons/, pl. XX for similar examples. Ex Leighton Wilkie collection. $300

108. Late Period, 26 th Dynasty, 664 – 525 BC. A nice bronze image of Bastet in feline-form. Well modeled with hollow eyes for inlays. Intact with nice green patination and no restoration. H: 3 1/8”. Mounted on a custom Lucite base. A choice example of one of the most popular and sought after ancient Egyptian bronzes. $5500

109. Late Period, c. 26 th Dynasty, 664 – 343 BC. A fine bronze amulet of Osiris holding crook and flail. A detailed Isis and loop on his back side with small cat at his feet. H: 4.25". On custom stand. Ex Stuart Malter Collection. Joel Malter Collection, ROA-1961. $1,500

110. Roman Period, 1 st – 2 nd Century AD. A bronze statuette of a human-headed sphinx, wearing nemes head-cloth and broad-collar. Very handsome facial features and nice green patination. Intact with no restoration. L: 2 5/8”. Mounted on a custom lucite base with label. A scarce example of a Greco-Roman sphinx! $3,250

111. Roman Period, 1 st – 2 nd Century AD. A bronze statuette of Isis, showing Greco-Roman influences. She stands with feet together clutching a staff at her breast with both hands. Intact, missing part of her headdress and with thick reddish-green patination. A scarcer and attractive Greco-Roman bronze. Mounted on a custom stand. H: 3 ½”. $550

112. New Kingdom, 19 th – 20 th Dynasty. A wooden ‘Reis’ or overseer ushabti with nicely modeled face and remains of black and yellow pigmentation. Some age splitting and wear, but a pleasing example of this type of ushabti. H: 7”. Mounted on a small stand. $750

113. 3 rd Intermediate Period, 22 nd Dynasty, 945 – 712 BC. A choice light blue faience amulet of ‘Nesh-tahi”, wearing shesh head band and holding pick and hoe, seed basket over right shoulder. Column of text down front and implements are detailed in black over the light blue faience. Intact and a perfect example which are scarce, as most of the ushabtis from this burial were broken at the midsection. H: 3 ¼”. Mounted on a custom stand. $550

114. Late Period, 664 – 343 BC. A light blue faience amulet of a reclining lion, which served as the lower portion of a much larger composition. Originally a god was standing on his back, the feet are still visible. Nice details and still a very charming and quite large item. L: 1 ½”. $400

115. New Kingdom, Amarna Period, c.1353 – 1332 BC. A beautiful necklace composed of dark blue faience tube beads spaced with bright yellow, tiny, double disc beads. The beads are all in perfect condition and restrung with modern clasp and fittings. Necklace length is 18” and is perfectly wearable. $500

116. Late Period, 664 – 30 BC. A nice necklace composed of light blue faience tube beads and bright yellow spacer beads. Strung as a pendant is the upper portion of a Late Period ushabti. Beads are in perfect condition and the necklace measures 19” and is wearable. $225

117. Late Period, 664 – 30 BC. A necklace composed of dark turquoise blue faience beads of a more unusual style. They are strung with deep orange beads that have two string holes and are also unusual styles. As a pendant is a light blue faience amulet of the goddess Tauret. Necklace measures 18” and is a very nice piece. $475

118. Late Period, 664 – 30 BC. A necklace composed of dark turquoise blue faience beads of a more unusual style. They are strung with deep orange beads that have two string holes and are also unusual styles. As a pendant is a blue glazed steatite amulet of the god Bes. Necklace measures 18” and is a very nice piece. $475

119. Late Period, 664 – 30 BC. A necklace composed of multi-colored faience disc beads along with 2 Islamic carnelian beads and 3 Islamic green jasper beads. The necklace is strung with modern elements and measures roughly 20”. Nice and wearable. $225

121. Late Period, 664 – 30 BC. A necklace composed of multi-colored faience disc beads along with 2 Islamic carnelian beads and 3 Islamic green jasper beads. The necklace is strung with modern elements and measures roughly 20”. Nice and wearable. $225

122. Late Period, 664 – 30 BC. A lot of 3 different faience beads, some disc and some tubes, one is strung with a small ushabti as a pendant. Each is a different style and all restrung and ready to wear. $375/3

123. Late Period, 664 – 343 BC. The facial portion of a sarcophagus lid with nicely preserved pigmentation. Wooden core with thick mud-gesso, deep orange skin tone and black and white cosmetic detailing. No restoration or over painting and a very handsome and displayable piece. 9 x 9 ¾”. $2,000

124. Roman Period, c.1 st Century BC/AD. A nice wooden panel from a coffin with blank outlined renderings of the deceased as Osiris within a shrine. Behind him stands Horus with an offering in his hand, before him is an inscription and a kneeling Maat, with a feather as her head. Behind the goddess Maat is a mourner, her hands held up to her face. Nice colors which include pink, blue, red and black over an orange-pink round. Some losses of pigment, but overall a very attractive piece. L: 15 ¼”. $1,750

125. Late Period, a large marble “false” canopic jar with baboon headed lid. Jar with only slight concavity when lid is removed. Mottled colored stone with numerous surface nicks and scratches on entire jar. Lid with interesting striations in stone that coincidentally highlight locks of hair on baboon. H: 14". $5,000

126. Greco-Roman Period, c. 1 st BC – 4 th Century AD. An extremely weathered dark creme colored sandstone head. Porous heads still with eyes, nose and mouth recognizable. An interesting study piece in need of further research. H: 8.25" x 5.5. $850

127. Late Period, 664 - 30 BC. A fine blue-green faience amulet of a chubby Pataikos in standing posture with hands at waste. Legs missing below thighs. Nice facial details with ears and nipples nicely delineated. H: 2.5". $950

128. Late Period, 664 – 30 BC. A lot of 2 nice pale green-blue faience ushabtis. Both are intact. Surfaces are weathered but both still nice and attractive. H: 4.25 and 4.75". Ex. Royal Athena Gallery, NY. $300/2

129. Late Period, 664 – 30 BC. A lot of 6 nice pale blue-green faience ushabtis. All have some repair (single break). Surfaces are weathered, but all still nice and attractive. H: 4” to 4 ¾”. Ex. Royal Athena Gallery, New York. $300/4

130. Late Period, c. 644 – 30 BC. A nice and wearable necklace made of mostly dark blue tubular faience beads. Metal pendant added later is in shape of flat heart with applied turquoise bead and glass scarab. L: 22". Nice and wearable. $350

131. Egypt, a lot of 6 miniatures pieces. 2 are Luristan, c. 1200-1000BC., both bronze votive figures. Also 2 Egyptian faience amulets. One of Sekhmet, the other of Pataikos. Both intact, the Sekhmet with a row of hieroglyphs down the back plinth. Lastly two modern bronzes c. 19 th century, one in central Asian style, the other of European manufacture and part of a larger object. Heights from 2 1/8" to 1.25". All nice. $400/6

132. Late Period, 664 343 BC. A nice bronze seated figure of Harpokrates, wearing side-lock, hands at side. Handsome features with a thick olive patina and some encrustation. H: 5 7/8” and mounted on a custom Lucite base. A very attractive bronze, which would benefit greatly from some professional cleaning. $3,000

133. Egypt, a lot of 3 bronzes. Late Period, 664-343BC, bronze mirror; part of handle missing. D: 4.5". Also 2 bronze decorative furniture elements. One with remnants of iron fitting remaining. S: 2" and 3.75". $350/3

134. Roman Egypt, c. 100 BC, probably from Alexandria, a terra cotta “grotesque” male head fragment. Typical exaggerated facial features with large nose and long pointed face. In pale red slip with traces of original painted highlights still evident. On wood stand. H: 2", L: 3". $350