The is a classic Pueblo cradleboard with a stepped top. The hoops that come outward are used to protect the baby in case the cradle falls, and as well provide a framework for a blanket to be pulled over for protection. The wood shows good wear to it. There is a wire loop holding a […]
This is a rare and early New Mexican framed chest, likely dating from the late 18th to the early 19th century. It still holds the original deep brown red paint, which was applied to the top, front and end sides. It is unclear if the backside was painted. The four vertical panels making up the […]
This is a fancy chest or small trunk with original blue paint still on it. The top is domed wood, as one piece that has been steamed to bend to its domed shape. The wrought iron hardware is beautiful and has nice detailing. The paint work on it is characteristic of German chests and trunks. […]
This early box shows evidence of a painted front, most of which has warn off. The patina is wonderful and the hardware is all original. The joinery is all dove tail as seen in the photos. Early on the back hinges broke and you can see, adjacent to the hinges, where a hide hinge was […]
This is a lovely retablo showing Saint Joseph holding the Christ child. The flowering staff represents his appointment as the father. The treatment of the eyes, nose, and hands are all characteristic of Jose Aragon’s work. The exaggerated and elongated rosette at the top is particularly nice. The figures are against a plain field of […]
