This is an elegant bulto by Frank Applegate of Santa Fe, New Mexico. Joseph, wearing a crown, is holding Jesus in his right hand. Joseph is wearing a dark robe tied at the waist with a sash. Beneath the rob is red clothing. He rests on the original stand. He is made of wood, covered […]
This is a lovely and early Spanish Colonial chair with nice embellishments. There are 3 turned spindles reaching from the top backrest with a sun carved to the bottom rail which is chip carved. The construction is mortis and tenon with the seat attached by wrought iron, heavy nails. There are 4 turned rails supporting […]
My research tells me this desk is from Spain and is likely related to holding smoking papers. The desk opens up with a fold out desk top covered in commercial hide (a later addition) for the inside writing surface. Opened, the desk shows eight drawers, two rows of three drawers all above one row of […]
This carved, wood bird was likely used on the end of a stick for dancing and or celebration, or possibly as a toy for a child. The patina is wonderful and shows good age. Layers of paint are apparent, from deep red to deep green.
I’ve handled a good number of Pueblo and Navajo cradleboards, but this one takes the cake! I have never seen one carved out of a single piece of wood like this, where the sides and the neck support for the baby are all continuous with the main board. The piece was originally one piece, but […]
From the collection of Larry Frank, this whip shows great age in the wood, the twine and the hide. I love the look of the old and well used (oiled) wood. The stick has a glow to it, like it creates its own light. The stick is tapered with twine tied around the small end. […]
I love the look of old wood, just like the patina on this 19th century Spanish Colonial cross. This pine cross was mostly likely used on an alter in a church in New Mexico. It is made of pine and its connected at the cross section with wood nails or dowels. There is a two […]
This Blackfoot rattle, measuring 9 1/4″ long, has a wood handle encased with brain tanned hide. The hide goes from the foot of the rattle to the top where there is a seam showing that there are two pieces joined. The hide is thick and firm. The handle is wrapped with red stroud, added more […]
This is a rare and beautiful New Mexican pine box or chest. It is sturdy and can be used as a bench as well. This early pine box is made of 6, solid and complete original boards, likely all adzed and not saw cut. The front has four rosettes evenly spaced with two upper and […]
This is a highly interesting Santa Clara creation of Saint Santiago on his horse. Santiago kicked the Moors out of Spain during the early years. He is a Saint adopted by the Pueblos as they converted to Catholicism. He is always seen entering on a horse to seek out his mission as he is played […]
