Native American Artifacts and Antiques

Curation & Education

I’m excited to share my collection of historic Native American artifacts and antiques at my gallery in Santa Fe, New Mexico. Foremost, I am a collector looking for other collectors. Sharing my items is a great way to learn about the Native story. My goal is to meet and connect with you in a way that promotes our mutual interest in beautiful objects created by those who came well before us.

I offer historic Native American Indian and Spanish Colonial items of the 19th century. Blankets of the Navajo, Pueblo and Rio Grande are a specialty of mine as well as historic Southwest pottery and implements of Native use. I also have a number of American antiques. I encourage you to explore this website and to visit my gallery for a look at some rare items.

An Early Hand Held Spanish Colonial Cross, Maltese Type
Unknown
Steel
An Early Deep Indigo Blue Rio Grande Blanket Circa 1860
Large Santo Domingo Dough Bowl
Santo Domingo Pueblo
Clay
An Early Pueblo (Likely Zuni) Wearing Blanket
Early New Mexican Retablo

(505) 699-0323

131 W. San Francisco Street, Santa Fe, NM, 87501

James Compton Gallery

Meet Jamie

Curator + Architect + Enthusiast

Thirty years of collecting have taught me many things, and I look forward to sharing not just the objects but the lessons I have learned. My blog provides a wealth of insights and stories behind these incredible pieces, ranging from unusual finds like a Navajo dress panel to tips for collectors of Navajo, Pueblo, and Rio Grande blankets. I also delve into the cultural significance and historical context of items such as Hopi material culture. Whether you’re a seasoned collector or new to the world of Native American and Spanish Colonial artifacts, my blog is a valuable resource for deepening your understanding and appreciation of these treasures.

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Native American Collection

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Located in the heart of Santa Fe, our gallery specializes in 19th-century Native American artifacts and antiques, offering a range of culturally significant objects for sale. Collectors and enthusiasts can explore diverse items from various Native American cultures, including the Navajo, Pueblo, and Plains tribes. Our collection features meticulously curated native american textiles, pottery, fetishes and jewelry, each with a rich history and unique story. Whether you are a seasoned collector or new to Native American art, our gallery provides a captivating glimpse into the craftsmanship and traditions of these remarkable cultures.

A Quintessential, Early Navajo Squash Blossom Necklace

Spanish Colonial Collection

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Our Spanish Colonial collection specializes in artifacts and antiques from the 16th to 19th centuries. The collection includes handcrafted antique furniture from New Mexico and Europe, religious iconography such as retablos, bultos, and santos, and a variety of decorative arts. Each item reflects the rich cultural heritage and artistic traditions of the Spanish Colonial era, highlighting intricate craftsmanship and historical significance.

An Early New Mexican Spanish Colonial Box or Chest

The James Compton Gallery presents

Early Spanish Colonial Wood Boxes: A Collector’s Guide to New Mexican Cajas (1600-1900)

Chests, Trunks, Boxes, cajas….

Uncover the hidden treasures of the American Southwest through its most enigmatic artifacts – colonial wood boxes that once safeguarded the secrets of Spanish settlers and Native artisans, where each weathered surface and mysterious carved rosette tells a tale of frontier ingenuity and artistic mastery worth thousands to modern collectors.

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