Tribal, Antique, Design & Folk Art 2017-02-18 Auction - 351 Price Results - MB Abram Galleries in CA
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Santa Monica, CA, United States
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Tribal, Antique, Design & Folk Art

Prestige museum quality offerings from MB Abram Galleries, Los Angeles. MB Abram Galleries consults with significant private and public collections worldwide. We are a member in good standing of ATADA, the Antique and Tribal Art Dealers Association, and are proud to have satisfied clients world wide. Our auctions are distinguished by some of the following characteristics: Quality material. We are holding nothing back, opening up our deep inventory for you the buyer to establish value. Bargain start prices, no hidden reserves. Our start prices, with rare exception are 50% or less than the low estimates. You the buyer have the opportunity to acquire world class material at bargain prices. Guarantee of Authenticity--All items are guaranteed unconditionally to be authentic and as described, or money back. Diverse Material--We have long pushed back against the pigeonholing of art into specialized categories. Tribal, Antique, Industrial, Folk, Carnival, Contemporary--all these art forms are equally valid and collectible. Original art is inspiring, whatever the time period and label, labels which only benefit "experts". We love all art forms, and continue to collect and sell across any narrow categories.
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Inuit Model Kayak: A model well fashioned Inuit Kayak fashioned of bone, likely a child's toy. 4 in. x 1 in. / 10.75 cm. x 2.5 cm. 1920-50
0001: Inuit Model KayakEst. $100-$150
New Guinea Highlands Axe Handle: A massive wooden axe handle showing years of use. Stone inserts on these would be replaced as they broke, the handles reused. This one with dark surface patina. 30 in. x 5 in. / 76.2 cm. x 12.7 cm.
0002: New Guinea Highlands Axe HandleEst. $125-$200Lot Passed
Small Greenstone New Guinea Celt: Well polished, elegant celt, likely used as item of prestige or exchange. 3.25 in. / 8 cm. Early 20th century or before
0003: Small Greenstone New Guinea CeltEst. $100-$150Lot Passed
Two Model Inuit Antlers: Two Antler Models. Likely created as child's toy. An end broken on one model. 2.5 in. / 6 cm. & 2 in. / 5 cm. 1920-1950.
0004: Two Model Inuit AntlersEst. $100-$125Lot Passed
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Old Aboriginal Woomera: Woomera showing age and extensive use. Peg intact, remnants of spinifex at base. The essential tool in every hunter's arsenal. 28 in. / 71 cm.Late 19th century / early 20th century
0005: Old Aboriginal WoomeraEst. $150-$200
Papua Geelvinkbay Shell Bracelet: Conus shell bracelet used as bride's money. 6 in. x 4 in. / 15.24 cm. x 10.16 cm. Pre 20th century
0006: Papua Geelvinkbay Shell BraceletEst. $125-$200Lot Passed
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Canadian Gathering Basket: An Indian Gathering Basket from the Canadian Northwest. Colorful weaving insets, leather straps. Small amount of loss.13.75 in. x 8 in. x 8.5 in. / 35 cm. x 20.5 cm. x 21.5 cm.Early 20th century
0008: Canadian Gathering BasketEst. $150-$250
Chad Bracelet with Fan Patterns: Old bronze casting, dark patina, smooth minimalist surface culminating in double fan patterns. 3 in. / 7.5 cm diameter .19th century
0009: Chad Bracelet with Fan PatternsEst. $150-$200Lot Passed
Hand Forged Congo Currency: Native Katanga copper, hand hammered, classic form. 14 in. x 8 in. / 35.56 cm. x 20.32 cm.19th century or before
0010: Hand Forged Congo CurrencyEst. $150-$350Lot Passed
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Hardwood Coolamon Pokerwork Totemistic Design: A hardwood Coolamon with pokerwork burnt in totemistic designs. Deep bowl. These were essential to Aboriginal life, and were used for gathering food, cradling infants, and storage. 21 in. x 6 in. /
0011: Hardwood Coolamon Pokerwork Totemistic DesignEst. $200-$300
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Kenya Stool Fine Surface Patina: An old Kenya stool fine surface patina, two arching legs, and holes for carrying. 6.5 in. x 15 in. x 8 in. / 16.5 cm. x 38 cm. x 20.3 cm.Circa 1900-1950
0013: Kenya Stool Fine Surface PatinaEst. $200-$300
Dogon Mali Stool #3: Hour glass with elbow handles. 11.5 in. x 10.5 in. / 29 cm. x 27 cm.
0018: Dogon Mali Stool #3Est. $200-$300Lot Passed
Three Legged Stool Ivory Coast: Well worn 3 legged stool. 6.5 in. x 10 in. / 16 cm. x 25 cm.
0019: Three Legged Stool Ivory CoastEst. $200-$300Lot Passed
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Ethiopian Headrest #1, Dark Patination: Ethiopian Headrest. Hardwood, dark patination. This would have been used for comfort and to preserve coiffures. 5 in. x 7.5 in. / 12.7 cm. x 19.05 cm. Early 20th century.
0020: Ethiopian Headrest #1, Dark PatinationEst. $200-$300
Ifuago Phillipines Backpack: Wood and rattan. Mid 20th century. 15 in. x 12 in. / 38 cm. x 30 cm.
0023: Ifuago Phillipines BackpackEst. $250-$300Lot Passed
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Nepal Shaman's Mask: Nepal Shaman's mask, used in healing and other ceremonies. Good signs of use. 10 in. x 6 in. / 25.4 cm. x 15.24 cm. Circa late 19th/ early 20th century.
0024: Nepal Shaman's MaskEst. $300-$400