Auctions and Shows
Alright now watryagonnagimeforit? If you’ve been to one of our Native Auctions, you know that Bruce always starts the auction with this interesting question. Auctions allow weavers and other artists to get a more immediate and higher return for their work and we are pleased to see this area of our business growing every year. Auctions are also a great way for collectors to see a varied selection of work by many weavers and to maximize the power of their collecting dollars through nearly direct purchasing. The auction venue is a great way to get an education in Native American art for anyone who is interested. We are happy to spend time before and after the auction discussing artists, art, and other aspects of the area where we live and work.
A typical auction will feature about 300 pieces and may include vintage offerings as well as new work. Generally there is a two to three hour preview period before the auction starts and it is wise to come early to have the most time possible to examine the offerings. You’ll be able to ask questions about individual items and note any flaws. We will not knowingly misrepresent any items and will be glad to point out anything that we see as a problem with a piece. We’ll also be glad to point out what may be unique or interesting in the pieces up for sale, and we frequently have a textile restoration professional on site to help you assess any needs for cleaning or repairs in your current collection or new acquisitions. There is typically a 10% buyers premium which is added to the winning bid and depending on the venue, sales tax may also be added. The buyer’s premium is added to spread the costs of the auction to both the buyer and the weaver. In some auctions, the weaver may be charged up to 20% of the sales price. For many of the artists who place their work with us, the extra 10% of the selling price that they receive makes an important difference in their ability to provide for their families. Our goal is put the most money possible into the artists hands and the consigner of the piece receives 80% of the sales price.
Here are some picture collections from some of our previous auctions:
Southwest Traders Rendezvous (September 28, 2008)
Friends of Hubbell Native American Arts Auction (October 4, 2008)
Pueblo Grande Museum Navajo Rug Auction (November 22, 2008)
Auction and Show Schedule
Smoki Museum Winter Navajo Rug Auction (Prescott, AZ)
Date:March 13, 2010 (Preview 10 AM- noon, Auction at 1 PM)
Location: 147 N. Arizona St., Prescott, AZ 86304 Map
Link to Smoki Museum Events Page
Phone: (928) 445-1230 Email: Email: info@smokimuseum.org
Details: 200-225 lots of contemporary and vintage textile Native American art
Friends of Hubbell Native American Arts Auction (Ganado, AZ)
Date: May 8, 2010 (9 AM- approximately 6 PM, Mountain Daylight Time)
Location: Hubbell Trading Post National Historic Site, Ganado, AZ Map
Link to Friends of Hubbell Auction Information
Contacts: Phone: (928) 755-3475 Email: MoreNews@FriendsOfHubbell.org
Details: Over 500 lots of vintage and contemporary Native American art works.
Pagosa Springs Fiber Festival Rug Auction (Pagosa Springs, CO)
Date: May 29,2010 (Preview 10 AM -4 PM, Auction 5 PM Mountain Daylight Time)
Location: Pagosa Springs Community Center Map
Link to Pagosa Springs Fiber Festival Information
Details: Approximately 200 vintage and contemporary weavings
Museum of Northern Arizona Rug Auction (Flagstaff, AZ)
Date: June 12, 2010
Preview 9 AM – 3:00 PM, Auction at 4 PM, Mountain Standard Time
Location: Museum of Northern Arizona, 3101 Fort Valley Rd., Flagstaff, AZ Map
Link to Museum of Northern Arizona Auction Information
Contacts: Phone: 928-774-5213 Email: info@mna.mus.az.us
Details: 200-300 contemporary and vintage weavings
Just Added! Eiteljorg Navajo Rug and Art Auction (Indianapolis, IN)
Date: July 10, 2010 (Times TBA)
Location: Albuquerque Convention Center Map
Details: Approximately 200 vintage and contemporary weavings
Smoki Museum Indian Art Auction (Prescott, AZ)
Date:July 23, 2010 (Preview 10 AM-4 PM, Auction at 5 PM)
Location: 147 N. Arizona St., Prescott, AZ 86304 Map
Link to Smoki Museum Events Page
Phone: (928) 445-1230 Email: Email: info@smokimuseum.org
Details: 300 vintage and contemporary weavings
Smoki Museum Summer Rug Auction (Prescott, AZ)
Date:July 24, 2010 (Preview 10 AM- 12 PM, Auction at 1 PM)
Location: 147 N. Arizona St., Prescott, AZ 86304 Map
Link to Smoki Museum Events Page
Phone: (928) 445-1230 Email: Email: info@smokimuseum.org
Details: 300 vintage and contemporary weavings
Handweavers Guild of America Convergence Special Event Navajo Rug and Fiber Arts Auction (Albuquerque, NM)
Date: July 24, 2010 (Preview 1 PM-4 PM, Auction at 5 PM)
Location: Albuquerque Convention Center Map
Link to Handweavers Guild of America Convergence Information
Details: Approximately 200 vintage and contemporary weavings
R.B. Burnham & Co Native Treasures Show (Santa Fe, NM)
Date: August 19-22, 2010 (9 AM-6 PM daily, free admission)
El Dorado Hotel Pavilion, Santa Fe, NM
Booth Space:
- 8×8: $700
- 8×10 $800
- 10×10 $900
- 10×16 $1600
- 10X20 $1800
- 8′ Table (if available) $400
50% deposit to hold a place. Balance due by Tuesday, August 18th to set up. We will not be able to hold your spot beyond Wednesday, August 19th at 10:00 AM
Please call us at 505-870-3341 for more information
Click here to download the vendor application.
Friends of Hubbell Native American Arts Auction (Ganado, AZ)
Date: September 18, 2010 (Preview 9 AM-11 AM, Auction begins at noon, Mountain Daylight Time)
Location: Hubbell Trading Post National Historic Site, Ganado, AZ Map
Link to Friends of Hubbell Auction Information
Contacts: Phone: (928) 755-3475 Email: MoreNews@FriendsOfHubbell.org
Details: Over 500 lots of vintage and contemporary Native American art works.
3rd Annual Cortez Cultural Center Navajo Rug Auction: Cortez, CO
Date: October 2, 2010 (Preview 9 AM-noon, Auction begins at 1 PM)
Location: Cortez Cultural Center, Cortez, CO, 25 N. Market St., Map
Link to Cortez Cultural Center Information
Contacts: Phone: (970) 565-1151 Email: info@cortezculturalcenter.org
Details: Over 200 contemporary and vintage rugs
4th Annual Blair’s Trading Post Benefit Rug Auction (Page, AZ)
Date:October 9, 2010
Preview: 11 AM – 1 PM
Auction starts at 1 PM
Location: Gunsmoke Saloon, 644 N Navajo Dr # C, Page, AZ Map
Link to Blair’s Trading Post Auction Information
Phone: (800) 644-3008 Email: blairs@blairstradingpost.com
Details: 300 vintage and contemporary weavings; held near scenic Lake Powell. Proceeds benefit local charities.
Flagstaff Cultural Partners Auction (Flagstaff, AZ)
Date:November 6, 2010 (Preview starts at 9 AM, auction is at 4)
Location: Coconino Center for the Arts, 2300 N. Fort Valley Rd., Flagstaff, AZ Map
Link to Flagstaff Cultural Partners Information
Contacts: Phone: 928-779-2300 Email: info@culturalpartners.org
Details: 200-300 contemporary and vintage weavings
2010 Pueblo Grande Museum Native American Arts and Rug Auction
Dates: Friday, November 12: Native American Arts Auction Pottery, katsinas, jewelry and more, preview at 5 PM, auction at 7 PM
Saturday, November 13: Navajo Rug Auction Preview 10 AM-11:30 AM Auction at noon
Location: Pueblo Grande Museum, 4619 E. Washington St., (southwest corner, 44th and Washington), Phoenix, AZ Map
Link to Pueblo Grande Museum Information
Contacts: Phone:(602) 495-0901 Email: pueblo.grande.museum.pks@phoenix.gov
Details: Over 200 lots of Native American art items, approximately 200 contemporary and vintage rugs
4th Annual Maxwell Museum Navajo Rug Auction (Albuquerque, NM)
Date: November 20, 2010 (Preview 1:00-3:00, Auction: 3:30)
Location: Prairie Star Restaurant, Bernalillo, NM
Details: 200-300 contemporary and vintage weavings