Ray's Premier Auction

Ray's Premier Auction is a boutique auction house located in historical Princeton, NJ. We are auctioneers of quality artwork, antiques, jewelry, pottery, textiles, primitive/tribal art, books, and a broad range of collectibles. Besides auctioning, we also make private sales. Ray's Premier Auction is conveniently located in Princeton, NJ and easily accessible from New York City and Philadelphia.
Upcoming Auctions from Ray's Premier Auction
SE Asian & Guatemalan Textile-Dr. GouldDr. Philip Gould a distinguished Professor of Chinese Art at Columbia University and Sarah Lawrence College, was in his personal life a passionate collector of tribal art and artifacts from around the world. This collection from Dr. Gould has a dazzling variety of cotton and silk textiles, garments, and accessories featuring traditional techniques and craftsmanship from tribal regions in Bhutan, Thailand, Indonesia, Vietnam, India, Cambodia, the Philippines, Myanmar, Laos, China, and Japan. Dr. Gould's interest in Guatemalan textiles shows the hyper-regionality of back-strap loom weaving techniques and symbolic designs. Within this context the vibrancy of the Mayan culture comes through. The collection features ornate and brightly colored Huipile (tunics), Faja (sashes/belts), Corte (skirts), Tzute (wraps), and Tocoyal/Cintas (headbands).
African Textiles and Artifacts-Dr. GouldDr. Philip Gould a distinguished Professor of Chinese Art at Columbia University and Sarah Lawrence College, was in his personal life a passionate collector of tribal art and artifacts from around the world. This auction features many pieces from Dr. Gould's collection of African textiles and artifacts that he curated for numerous museum and gallery exhibitions. The collection includes fine examples of Kuba Textiles and Kente Textiles. Also featured are Masks, Carved Figures, Protective Fetishes, Cast Bronze Objects, Currency Cuffs and Hoes, Iron Currency, Hatchets, Ceremonial Swords, Throwing Knives, Terra Cotta Figures and Vessels.
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JamesPemberton, NJ
Aug 24, 2023
Great source of stamps
I won a number of lots with covers and stamp packets. I am very pleased with the results. Some lots I lost out on but that's expected. Very satisfied with the entire episode and will surely check back in the future.

ChasElkins Park, PA
Aug 23, 2023
A + Transaction. I was accomodated for a weekend pick-up. 5 Stars
A + Transaction. I was accomodated for a weekend pick-up. 5 Stars

ScottEdison, NJ
Jun 29, 2023

ShannonNew Orleans, LA
May 24, 2023
Great experience with Ray's
very responsive to questions regarding items and also helpful with shipping

MustafaAllentown, PA
May 23, 2023

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