James Gerber Final Auction
Auction closed.
Auction closed.
James Gerber Final Auction
Auction closed.
Auction closed.
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Description
The last of several auctions needed to empty the Gerber Home. Large collection of Arrowheads, spear points, Beaded items, and other related, Carnival glass, 30 pieces RS Prussia, Other China, knife collection, costume jewelry, pictures and prints, albums, pocket watches, toys, oil lamps, some fishing, tools, novelty items, electronics, vintage air guns, shotguns, large gun cabinet, iron door stops, pottery, baskets, some coins, and so much more. Please be aware that this home and contents have a smell of moisture and meldue. Items could need cleaned.
Closed Lots
Indian head inkwell
Small Indian head inkwell with no insert. 4 in tall. In rustic condition. Possibly made of metal.
Ball and mortar
Mortar appears to be made of clay with spout, 3 in tall x 5 3/4 in diameter. Comes with ball marked Shelli for unknown use.
Indian woven baskets
2 woven baskets. Smallest is 6 in diameter x 2 in tall with no obvious damage to weaving. Second is 7 1/2 in diameter x 2 in tall with no obvious damage.
Round Indian basket
Small lidded round Indian basket. No apparent damage to weaving. 3 1/2 in tall x 6 in diameter.
2 woven round baskets
2 small finely woven Indian baskets. Smallest is 4 in diameter x 2 in tall. Next is 5 3/4 in diameter x 4 in tall with no obvious damage to baskets.
Indian figures
2 Indian figurines. One possibly chief, second is mother with child. Chief is 13 in tall, mother 10 in tall. Some chips.
Indian art
2 pcs of Indian art. First is possibly a print or chalk. Depicts a defeated Indian. Second is a decorative piece.
Bolos and more
3 gentlemen's bolo ties. One scrimshaw polar bear. Other moose/elk. Another with horse motif. Necklaces. Teeth from unknown animal. Hair.
Bolo ties and more
3 bolo ties in different themes. Men's necklaces. Arabajo beaded puberty necklace.
Indian art
First is a painting marked H Dancer 1985, 18 1/2 in x 14 1/2 in. Second is unframed, 12 in x 16 in. Third is a framed piece, 18 in x 13 1/2 in. All marked H Dancer.
Sculptures
3 wooden sculptures. Tallest is 16 in tall with embellishments. See photos. One of the figures, the spear is broken.
Framed moccasins
Framed moccasins with beaded embellishments. Frame is 16 in x 12 in. Shoes are 9 in long. Beading appears to be good.
Rustic items
Rustic items. Wooden scoop. Wooden pestle. Small carved wooden box that contains dice. Small wooden paddle.
Beaded purse
Iroquois Mohawk 1850-60 era. Double sided beaded purse. 5 in long. Contained in shadow box that is 8 x 6 in.
Oto youth belt with bag
Leather belt with beading and stitching. Bag is 3 in wide x 3 in tall. Contained in a shadowbox that is 16 in x 12 in.
Beaded armband
Heavily beaded armband with leather straps. 9 1/2 in long x 2 in wide. Contained in a shadow box that is 12 x 8 1/2.
Beaded bands
Heavily beaded bands with leather straps and rose decor. Each band is 7 in long x 4 1/2 in wide. Beading appears intact.
Indian blanket
Finely woven blanket. Various colors. 70 in long x 35 in wide. Appears to be in good condition.
Leather bag and spirit stick
Heavy leather/animal hide with fringe and light beading. Wooden spirit stick. Small woven placemat that is 19 in x 19 in with damage to weaving.