An exceptional hand-carved blackware pottery vase signed by renowned Santa Clara Pueblo potter Stella Chavarria. This tall vessel features deep-carved Avanyu (water serpent) or abstract wave motifs around the lower body, paired with vertical fluted carvings on the neck — both hallmark elements of traditional Santa Clara Pueblo design. The surface is stone-polished to a rich black sheen, achieved through traditional outdoor firing techniques.
Signed Stella Chavarria on the base. Measures approximately 7.5” high and 5.5” in diameter.
Condition: Excellent with minor shelf wear to base. No cracks or chips noted.
Discover fine art, antiques, elegant furniture, and unique décor in this online auction closing August 5th in Evansville, IN. From original paintings to a grand piano, this curated collection offers timeless pieces for every home. For inquiries, please contact Jake McGennis at [email protected] or call 812-774-3306.
Please Review All Online Terms Prior To Bidding!
BUYERS PREMIUM:
• A 10% Buyers Premium added to the final bid price to determine final selling price.
PAYMENT:
- There will be a 3% convenience charge for credit cards.
• Payment made in full on day of pickup by cash, check, VISA, MasterCard or wire transfer. Auction Company will not automatically charge the credit card on file. Buyer is responsible for all wire transfer fees.
• Credit Cards not accepted for purchase of automobiles, titled items, or any purchase over the amount of $5,000. In these cases a certified check or wire transfer will be needed for payment, buyer responsible for wire transfer fees.
• Payment must be made before item(s) are removed by the specified date on the auction advertisement. All sales are final. There are no returns, refunds, or adjustments.
PICKUP & SHIPPING:
• Signing up for Auction item pickup will be mandatory via your emailed invoice the morning after bidding ends. Please sign up in a timely manner, if you have issues using the scheduler call us at 812-474-6100.
• Bidders are responsible for packing, loading, and moving all items purchased without assistance from Curran Miller Auction/Realty, Inc. Auction Company will NOT supply any tools, boxes or packing materials. If you are the winning bidder on large items, please bring help and equipment to load the item.
• Bidders wishing to have their items shipped will need to call once they receive their invoice. We will flag their items for shipping and take to the shipping company the day(s) after the pickup. The shipping company will reach out to the bidder to arrange shipping and collect shipping payment.
o Shipping Company: AK Pack and Ship 527 N Green River Rd. Evansville, IN 47715 Phone: 812-473-4321
• Curran Miller Auction/Realty, Inc., at their discretion, reserves the right to charge bidder for items arranged for special pick up times. Example, $10.00 for items to be taken back to office and $50.00 for onsite pick up times/dates that differ from those scheduled.
o Any and all items brought to office will be considered abandoned and become property of Curran Miller Auction/Realty, Inc. after 14 days from original auction pick up date, even if paid in full.
AUCTION PROCESS & BIDDING TIPS:
• This auction is subject to an auto-extend feature. Any bid placed in the final 3 minutes of an auction, the auction ending will be automatically extended three (3) minutes from the time the bid was placed. The auto extend feature remains active until no further bids are received within a 3 minute time frame. The extension time will apply to individual lots only.
• This auction features a staggered closing. 15 lots will close every 3 minutes until the auction has ended.
• Until the auction begins to close, the bidding software will notify bidders by email when they have been outbid. Bidders may also find out if they have been outbid by refreshing the individual lot information. Due to varying internet connections/speed, please place a max bid or constantly monitor the auction at close of bidding. Sometimes email notifications can be delayed.
• You are bidding on the described item not the photograph, occasionally the wrong photo may be displayed, always read the item description.
• Refresh your screen constantly during the closing minutes of the bidding.
INSPECTION, DUE DILIGENCE, ABSENCE OF WARRANTIES, & MISC. TERMS:
• Bidders accept all auction items “with all faults”, whether or not immediately apparent. Bidders are responsible for ascertaining actual current condition through personal inspection and careful review of the description, pictures, video and/or support documentation. Every bidder agrees that his or her decision to bid and the amount he or she bids have been based solely on his or her own independent inspection and evaluation of the auction items.
o Attending Auction Showings are strongly encouraged.
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• Curran Miller Auction / Realty, Inc. reserves the right to cancel this auction, or remove any item or lot from this auction prior to the close of bidding.
• The identity of all bidders will be verified. Bidding rights are provisional, and if complete verification is not possible, Curran Miller Auction / Realty, Inc. will reject the registration, and bidding activity will be terminated. The Seller and Curran Miller Auction / Realty, Inc. reserve the right to preclude any person from bidding if there is any question as to the person’s credentials, mental fitness, etc.
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• If purchases are not settled by the specified pick up day, it will be considered in default. Upon default, the bidder will be black listed/blocked from bidding on Curran Miller Auction/Realty, Inc. auctions, as well as MarkNet Alliance auctions. All defaulted items may be offered to the next highest qualified bidder at the discretion of Curran Miller Auction/Realty, Inc.
• The bidder agrees to pay all reasonable attorney fees and other costs incurred by Curran Miller Auction/Realty, Inc. in its efforts to collect unpaid funds from the bidder. The bidder agrees that a fee of two percent (2%) of the outstanding balance per month be added to any unpaid balance due Curran Miller Auction/Realty, Inc. Any dispute will be tried in a court of jurisdiction in Vanderburgh County, Indiana.
• EACH PARTY HEREBY KNOWINGLY, VOLUNTARILY AND INTENTIONALLY WAIVES (TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW) ANY RIGHT IT MAY HAVE TO A TRIAL BY JURY OF ANY DISPUTE ARISING UNDER OR RELATING TO THIS AGREEMENT AND AGREES THAT ANY SUCH DISPUTE SHALL BE TRIED BEFORE A JUDGE SITTING WITHOUT A JURY.
• By submitting a bid in the name of a business entity or corporation, the individual submitting the bid enters into a guaranty agreement whereby he or she personally guarantees payment to Curran Miller Auction / Realty, Inc. of any bid amount not paid when due by the business entity or corporation, for any reason, together with all collection expenses incurred to enforce collection, including a reasonable attorney's fee.
• If, for any reason, Curran Miller Auction/Realty, Inc. is unable to make available or deliver any Purchase, or portion thereof, or documentation required in respect of any Purchase at time of pickup, the sole liability of Curran Miller Auction / Realty, Inc., if any, shall be the return of any paid monies in respect of such Purchase upon its return by Purchaser.
• Any dispute between Curran Miller Auction/Realty, Inc., its Agents or Representatives and the Buyer(s) will be tried in a court of jurisdiction in Vanderburgh County, Indiana. By bidding on any item, buyer agrees to all terms and conditions set forth.
Conducted By Curran Miller Auction/Realty, Inc. Jake McGennis Auctioneer.
Pickup: Thurs., Aug. 7th | 2 - 5:30 PM
Please click the button to sign up for a pickup time via your emailed invoice.
11401 Bluegrass Rd, Evansville, IN 47725
