Lot 188

Exceptional Calima Gold Raft | Fishermen Holding Paddles

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Exceptional Calima Gold Raft | Fishermen Holding Paddles

Estimate: $10,000 - $15,000

Starting Bid: $5,000

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by Artemis Fine Arts
June 11, 2026 9:00 AM MDT
Live Auction
686 S. Taylor Avenue
Suite 108
Louisville, CO, US 80027

Colombia, ca. 800 - 1500 CE. Fine gold small raft with two standing fishermen holding paddles, three fish lying near the center of the raft and a small bowl. Finely detailed raft having a multi reed floor with an openwork fancy border. Both depicted with striated hairdos and a rope type headband. A rare and beautiful example. XRF analysis: Gold: 76.27%, Silver: 11.62% Copper: 9.50%, Iron: 2.61%. Size: 2.125” x 1.25” (5.4 x 3.2cm) base, 1.06”H (2.7cm), 18.3K, 27 gr.

Provenance: Collection of Nilsa Abrego, gifted from Angelica Abrego, Las Vegas. In USA with Abrego family since 1962. Acquired from her employer, Joseph Smith, pre-1962. XRF tested with copy of report available.

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Item # 71465

  • Condition: Intact, excellent condition.

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Bid Increments
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$0 $749 $25
$750 $1,499 $50
$1,500 $2,999 $100
$3,000 $7,499 $250
$7,500 $14,999 $500
$15,000 + $1,000