Felipe B. Archuleta Paintings & Artwork for Sale | Felipe B. Archuleta Art Value Price Guide

Jul. 21, 2026
Felipe Benito Archuleta, Watermelon, 1977
Est: $1,500 - $2,500
Felipe Benito Archuleta New Mexico, 1910 - 1991 Watermelon, 1977 carved and painted wood inscribed: 5-18-1977-F.B.A. Folk Art
Santa Fe Art Auction
Jul. 21, 2026
Felipe Benito Archuleta, Lamb
Est: $1,000 - $2,000
Felipe Benito Archuleta New Mexico, 1910 - 1991 Lamb carved and painted wood, fleece inscribed: [indecipherable] / BY- / F.B.A. Folk Art
Santa Fe Art Auction
Jul. 21, 2026
Felipe Benito Archuleta, Snake, 1978
Est: $750 - $1,000
Felipe Benito Archuleta New Mexico, 1910 - 1991 Snake, 1978 carved and painted wood, bottle caps inscribed: -BY-F.B.A. / SNAKE / 7-30-78 Folk Art
Santa Fe Art Auction
Jul. 21, 2026
Felipe Benito Archuleta, King Cobra, 1979
Est: $2,000 - $3,000
Felipe Benito Archuleta New Mexico, 1910 - 1991 King Cobra, 1979 carved and painted wood inscribed: 3-22-79- / -BY-F.B.A. / KING COBRA Folk Art
Santa Fe Art Auction
Jul. 01, 2026
FELIPE B. ARCHULETA PAINTED WOODEN PIG SCULPTURE.
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
A Felipe B. Archuleta carved and painted wooden pig sculpture, signed underneath, FBA 5-30-1981. 20”H x 37”L.
William Smith Auctions
May. 28, 2026
ARCHULETA, Felipe (American, 1910-1991). Pig. 1977.
Est: $200 - $300
ARCHULETA, Felipe Benito (American, 1910-1991). Pig. 1977. Signed with the artist's initials (F.B.A.), dated 7-29-77, and inscribed with the title on the object's stomach. Carved and painted wood and rope. 8 x 14 3/4 x 8".
Potter & Potter Auctions Inc.
Apr. 25, 2026
Felipe Archuleta. Large Black Bear.
Est: $4,000 - $6,000
Felipe Archuleta. (1910-1991). Large Black Bear. 1977. Initialed and dated. Carved wood with marble eyes and plastic claws. Excellent condition. 56" long x 31" h x 12" w. Provenance: ex. Russell Bowman Collection. Est. $4,000-6,000. Buyer is responsible for shipping.
Slotin Folk Art Auction
Feb. 27, 2026
FELIPE BENITO ARCHULETA (1910-1991). Pig. paint, putty and jute on wood19 x
Est: $2,000 - $4,000
FELIPE BENITO ARCHULETA (1910-1991). Pig. paint, putty and jute on wood19 x 37 x 10 in. (48.3 x 94 x 25.4 cm.).
Christie's
Feb. 27, 2026
FELIPE BENITO ARCHULETA (1910-1991). Donkey. paint, putty and natural fiber
Est: $2,000 - $4,000
FELIPE BENITO ARCHULETA (1910-1991). Donkey. paint, putty and natural fiber mane on carved wood50 x 69 x 12 in. (127 x 175.3 x 30.5 cm.).
Christie's
Jul. 23, 2025
Felipe Benito Archuleta, Large Watermelon, 1977
Est: $1,500 - $2,500
Felipe Benito Archuleta (1910 - 1991) Large Watermelon, 1977 carved and painted wood inscribed: WATER-MELLON / 9-27-77- F.B.A. Folk Art
Santa Fe Art Auction
Jul. 23, 2025
Felipe Benito Archuleta, Folk Art Duck with study, 1988
Est: $1,000 - $2,000
Felipe Benito Archuleta 1910 - 1991 Folk Art Duck with study, 1988 carved and painted wood, mixed media on paper comes accompanied with work on paper maquette for sculpture Folk Art Duck inscribed: 5-1-1988 / BY F.B.A. / DUCK 19 x 24 x 8 3/4 in. (48.3 x 61 x 22.2 cm.) Study dated and signed upper margin: 3-31-1988-BY-F.B.R. 11 x 7 3/4 in. (27.9 x 19.7 cm.), frame: 14 1/4 x 11 1/8 x 1 1/4 in. (36.2 x 28.3 x 3.2 cm.)
Santa Fe Art Auction
Jul. 15, 2025
Cheetah
Est: $3,000 - $5,000
A Friend of The Arts: Property from the Collection of Joanne Von Blon Felipe Benito Archuleta 1910 - 1991 Cheetah signed with the artist’s initials, titled and dated Oct-21-1977 (on the stomach) paint and putty on carved wood 25 ⅝ by 77 by 10 in. 65.1 by 195.6 by 25.4 cm. Executed in 1977.
Sotheby's
Jun. 25, 2025
Felipe Archuleta (American) Folk, Self-Taught Art, Oxen Cart, 1984
Est: $500 - $700
Felipe Benito Archuleta (American, 1910-1991) "Oxen Cart", 1984. Carved and painted wood. Signed and dated. Size: 15'' x 40'' x 24'' (38 x 102 x 61 cm). Archuleta's work appears in the American Folk Art Museum in New York, the Smithsonian American Art Museum in Washington, DC and the Milwaukee Art Museum, amongst others.
Material Culture
Jan. 24, 2025
Felipe Benito Archuleta. "Lynx," wood sculpture
Est: $3,000 - $5,000
(American, 1910-1991) Cottonwood, paint, sisal, rubber, sawdust, glue, initialed "F. B. A." and dated 7/21/1979, on stomach, titled "Lynx" on stomach, 34 in H x 38 in L x 12 in W
Alex Cooper
Dec. 08, 2024
Felipe Archuleta: Panda with Apple, c. 1970
Est: $8,000 - $15,000
Felipe Archuleta (1910-1991) Panda with Apple , c. 1970 Sculpture, wood (carved), putty and paint Dimensions: 35 x 24.5 x 28 in
Santa Monica Auctions
Jul. 24, 2024
Felipe Benito Archuleta, My Cat, 1983
Est: $600 - $900
Felipe Benito Archuleta (1910 - 1991) My Cat, 1983 incised wood Felipe's own cat litter box cover inscribed: 10-10 1983 / BY F.B.A.
Santa Fe Art Auction
Jul. 24, 2024
Attributed to Felipe Benito Archuleta, Coyote
Est: $2,000 - $3,000
Attributed to Felipe Benito Archuleta (1910 - 1991) Coyote carved cottonwood, sisal, hide
Santa Fe Art Auction
Sep. 14, 2023
Sculpture, Felipe B Archuleta
Est: $500 - $700
Felipe B. Archuleta (American, 1910-1991), "Snake," 1985, painted bottle cap and wood assembled sculpture, initialed and dated on head, overall (coiled): 5"h x 9"w x 11"d
Clars Auctions
Aug. 06, 2023
Felipe Archuleta (1910-1991) American, Sculpture
Est: $1,500 - $2,500
Felipe Archuleta (1910-1991), America, Sculpture. Signed F.B. A. on the belly, and dated November 9 1976. A PIG, An Original Piece of Art & Conversation Piece! accomplished by Felipe Archuleta (1910-1991) Noted Hispanic Artist - who worked mostly in New Mexico. Best known for creating a menagerie of original wood carved animals. This whimsical early work of a pig is fun showcasing his unique talent and is sure to be a hit with animal and art lovers alike. Felipe Benito Archuleta (1910 - 1991) was active/lived in New Mexico. Felipe Archuleta is known for Sculptor, folk art, naive sketches. Size: 28 x 10 x 17 in. #2580
Sarasota Estate Auction
Jul. 21, 2023
Felipe Benito Archuleta, Pair of Drawings: Spanish Lovers, 1987 + Dancers, 1987
Est: $300 - $500
Felipe Benito Archuleta (1910 - 1991) Pair of Drawings: Spanish Lovers, 1987 + Dancers, 1987 marker on paper Spanish Lovers, 1987 signed and dated upper left: 4-28-1987-BY F.B.A. Dancers, 1987 signed and dated upper center: 11-14-1987-BY-F.B.A.
Santa Fe Art Auction
Jul. 21, 2023
Felipe Benito Archuleta, Group of Three Drawings: Giraffe, 1987 + Santa Claus, 1987 + Rodeo Rider, 1987
Est: $300 - $500
Felipe Benito Archuleta (1910 - 1991) Group of Three Drawings: Giraffe, 1987 + Santa Claus, 1987 + Rodeo Rider, 1987 marker on paper Giraffe, 1987 signed, dated, and titled upper left: 12-21-1987 / BY - F.B.A. / GiRAFFe Santa Claus, 1987 signed, dated, and titled upper left: 12-21-1987 / BY-F.B.A. / SANtA / CLAuS Rodeo Rider, 1987 dated upper left: 9-27-1987 signed lower center: F.B.A.
Santa Fe Art Auction
Jul. 21, 2023
Felipe Benito Archuleta, Pair of Drawings: Untitled (Boxers), 1987 + Boxers, 1981
Est: $300 - $500
Felipe Benito Archuleta (1910 - 1991) Pair of Drawings: Untitled (Boxers), 1987 + Boxers, 1981 marker on paper, graphite on cardboard Untitled (Boxers), 1987 signed and dated upper center: 4-16-1987 - BY F.B.A. Boxers, 1981 signed and dated upper right: 1-15-1981 - BY - F.B.A.
Santa Fe Art Auction
Jul. 21, 2023
Felipe Benito Archuleta, A Pair: Untitled (Animal Study), 1987 + Untitled (Fish), 1985
Est: $400 - $600
Felipe Benito Archuleta (1910 - 1991) A Pair: Untitled (Animal Study), 1987 + Untitled (Fish), 1985 graphite on paper, carved wood, stone inlay dated and initialed upper left: 7-17-1987-BY-F.B.A.
Santa Fe Art Auction
Mar. 09, 2023
Felipe Archuleta
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
Felipe Archuleta (American 1910-1991) Pig carved and painted wood signed in marker on underside 8-14-1983 - Pig / By - F.B.A. Height 14 3/4 x length 25 x width 11 inches. This lot is located in Chicago.
Hindman
Mar. 09, 2023
Felipe Archuleta
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
Felipe Archuleta (American 1910-1991) Woodpecker carved and painted wood signed and dated in marker on underside 9-5-79- / F.B.A. Height 22 1/2 x width 16 inches. This lot is located in Chicago.
Hindman
Mar. 09, 2023
Felipe Archuleta
Est: $600 - $800
Felipe Archuleta (American 1910-1991) Bottle Cap Snake painted wood and bottle caps signed and dated under head Snake / By - 6-15-85 / F.B.A.Length approximately 56 inches. This lot is located in Chicago.
Hindman
Mar. 09, 2023
Felipe Archuleta (American, 1910-1991) Buro, 1981 and Squirrels, 1985 (two works)
Est: $600 - $800
Felipe Archuleta (American, 1910-1991) Buro, 1981 and Squirrels, 1985 (two works) mixed media on paper each signed and dated Largest: 11 1/2 x 8 1/2 inches. This lot is located in Chicago.
Hindman
Oct. 30, 2022
Felipe Archuleta (1910-1991) New Mexico, Pig
Est: $1,750 - $2,500
Felipe Archuleta (1910-1991) New Mexico, PigFelipe Archuleta (1910-1991) Noted Hispanic Artist worked mostly in New Mexico and best known for creating a menagerie of original wood carved animals. This whimsical early work of a pig is fun showcasing his unique talent and is sure to be a hit with animal and art lovers alike. Size: 28 x 10 x 17 in.
Sarasota Estate Auction
Jul. 24, 2022
Felipe Archuleta (1910-1991) New Mexico, Pig
Est: $4,000 - $6,000
Felipe Archuleta (1910-1991) Noted Hispanic Artist worked mostly in New Mexico and best known for creating a menagerie of original wood carved animals. This whimsical early work of a pig is fun showcasing his unique talent and is sure to be a hit with animal and art lovers alike. Size: 28 x 10 x 17 in.
Sarasota Estate Auction
Jul. 24, 2022
Felipe Archuleta (1910-1991) New Mexico, Lynx
Est: $5,000 - $7,000
Early master work of Lynx created by renowned artist Felipe Archuleta (1910-1991)The Noted Hispanic Artist worked mostly in New Mexico and is best known for creating a menagerie of original wood carved animals. This stunning early work of a Lynx is an excellent representation of his unique talent and perspective and sure to please both animal and art lovers alike. Size: 37 x 12 x 33 in.
Sarasota Estate Auction
Jul. 23, 2022
Felipe Archuleta, Watermelon, 1977
Est: $500 - $1,000
Felipe Archuleta (New Mexico, 1910 - 1991) Watermelon and Slice, 1977 carved wood, pigment inscribed underside: 5-6-1977- F.B.A
Santa Fe Art Auction
Jul. 23, 2022
Felipe Archuleta, Hawk, 1977
Est: $1,000 - $2,000
Felipe Archuleta (New Mexico, 1910 - 1991) Hawk, 1977 carved wood, pigments inscribed underside: F.B.A. 1977
Santa Fe Art Auction
May. 21, 2022
Felipe Archuleta Ram
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
(American, 1910-1991) Ram, 1979, signed, dated, and titled to underside "3-5-79/Ram/by F.B.A", mixed media on wood, 15 x 20 in. Provenance: Property sold to benefit the American Folk Art Museum
Brunk Auctions
Feb. 24, 2022
Large 20th C. Felipe Archuleta Wooden Cobra Sculpture
Est: $3,000 - $4,000
This is an oversized item that may require special shipping. Please inquire for a quote before bidding. Felipe Benito Archuleta (Hispanic American 1910-1991), ca. 1970 to 1980s CE, "Cobra." This is a magnificent hand carved and painted wooden snake sculpture by the folk artist Felipe Archuleta. The piece consists of a large tree branch or vine with a naturally wavy profile, perfectly capturing the curving body of this cobra. The surface is painted in soft hues including gray with brown spots and a creamy beige stomach. The head features the characteristic flared hood with "eye patterning" on the back of the neck. The eyes and nostrils are incised, and the mouth has a small slit with a forked leather tongue. The wood and materials in this piece are all found items taken from Archuletas or his neighbors' land, and this branch needed minimal adjustments; one can see the notches where he cut away protruding branches. Archuleta uses chainsaws and chisels to shape each piece then adds additional elements and paint. This lengthy cobra needs a snake charmer who can adequately display this large sculpture! Size: 79" L x 3.5" W x 22" H (200.7 cm x 8.9 cm x 55.9 cm) Felipe Benito Archuleta was born in Santa Cruz, New Mexico into a poor family that immigrated from Mexico. He left school at an early age to help support his family as a field laborer, stone mason, and then as a carpenter for most of his adult life. When he was 57, Archuleta fell on especially hard times and turned to religion and intense prayer to seek an answer to his situation and give his life a more purposeful direction. He claims that God spoke to him and commanded Archuleta to use his carpentry talents to carve animals. However, Archuleta also visited a gallery owned by Dr. Rudy Kieve who sold hand-carved sculptures, which may have been his true inspiration. Archuleta quickly gained recognition for his distinctive style and sometimes terrifying creations, often focused on exaggerating the teeth and claws of the animals. He is considered the father of modern "Non Santero" carvings, and his work has been exhibited in many folk-art exhibitions and museums. His son, Leroy Archuleta (1949 to 2002), and grandson Ron Archuleta Rodriguez (1968 to present) have followed in his footsteps and assisted in the workshop, becoming talented carvers as well. For more information, please see the American Folk Art Museum website essay "American Perspectives: Felipe Benito Archuleta." Provenance: ex-William and Jane Frazer, Aspen, Colorado, USA, acquired November 9, 2005; ex-Owings-Dewey Fine Art, Santa Fe, New Mexico, USA All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids. PLEASE NOTE: Due to recent increases of shipments being seized by Australian & German customs (even for items with pre-UNESCO provenance), we will no longer ship most antiquities and ancient Chinese art to Australia & Germany. For categories of items that are acceptable to ship to Australia or Germany, please contact us directly or work with your local customs brokerage firm. Display stands not described as included/custom in the item description are for photography purposes only and will not be included with the item upon shipping. #166620
Artemis Gallery
Dec. 15, 2021
FELIPE ARCHULETA (AMERICAN, 1910-1991) FOLK BIRD
Est: $200 - $400
Marked on sole " Jan-16-1970. E.B.A. B2" Also has sticker that says "Felipe Archuleta, RMF 139, 550" Dimensions: H 3.5" x W 4" x D 1.5" Condition: Object shows its age with faded paint, dirt on surface and missing beak.
Westport Auction
Dec. 02, 2021
FELIPE ARCHULETA (AMERICAN, 1910-1991) FOLK BIRD
Est: $400 - $600
Marked on sole " Jan-16-1970. E.B.A. B2" Also has sticker that says "Felipe Archuleta, RMF 139, 550" Dimensions: H 3.5" x W 4" x D 1.5" Condition: Object shows its age with faded paint, dirt on surface and missing beak.
Westport Auction
Dec. 02, 2021
Large 20th C. Felipe Archuleta Wooden Cobra Sculpture
Est: $3,200 - $4,800
Felipe Benito Archuleta (Hispanic American 1910-1991), ca. 1970 to 1980s CE, "Cobra." This is a magnificent hand carved and painted wooden snake sculpture by the folk artist Felipe Archuleta. The piece consists of a large tree branch or vine with a naturally wavy profile, perfectly capturing the curving body of this cobra. The surface is painted in soft hues including gray with brown spots and a creamy beige stomach. The head features the characteristic flared hood with "eye patterning" on the back of the neck. The eyes and nostrils are incised, and the mouth has a small slit with a forked leather tongue. The wood and materials in this piece are all found items taken from Archuletas or his neighbors' land, and this branch needed minimal adjustments; one can see the notches where he cut away protruding branches. Archuleta uses chainsaws and chisels to shape each piece then adds additional elements and paint. This lengthy cobra needs a snake charmer who can adequately display this large sculpture! Size: 79" L x 3.5" W x 22" H (200.7 cm x 8.9 cm x 55.9 cm) Felipe Benito Archuleta was born in Santa Cruz, New Mexico into a poor family that immigrated from Mexico. He left school at an early age to help support his family as a field laborer, stone mason, and then as a carpenter for most of his adult life. When he was 57, Archuleta fell on especially hard times and turned to religion and intense prayer to seek an answer to his situation and give his life a more purposeful direction. He claims that God spoke to him and commanded Archuleta to use his carpentry talents to carve animals. However, Archuleta also visited a gallery owned by Dr. Rudy Kieve who sold hand-carved sculptures, which may have been his true inspiration. Archuleta quickly gained recognition for his distinctive style and sometimes terrifying creations, often focused on exaggerating the teeth and claws of the animals. He is considered the father of modern "Non Santero" carvings, and his work has been exhibited in many folk-art exhibitions and museums. His son, Leroy Archuleta (1949 to 2002), and grandson Ron Archuleta Rodriguez (1968 to present) have followed in his footsteps and assisted in the workshop, becoming talented carvers as well. For more information, please see the American Folk Art Museum website essay "American Perspectives: Felipe Benito Archuleta." Provenance: ex-William and Jane Frazer, Aspen, Colorado, USA, acquired November 9, 2005; ex-Owings-Dewey Fine Art, Santa Fe, New Mexico, USA All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids. PLEASE NOTE: Due to recent increases of shipments being seized by Australian & German customs (even for items with pre-UNESCO provenance), we will no longer ship most antiquities and ancient Chinese art to Australia & Germany. For categories of items that are acceptable to ship to Australia or Germany, please contact us directly or work with your local customs brokerage firm. Display stands not described as included/custom in the item description are for photography purposes only and will not be included with the item upon shipping. #166620
Artemis Gallery
Dec. 02, 2021
20th C. Felipe Archuleta Wooden Woodpecker Sculpture
Est: $3,200 - $4,800
Felipe Benito Archuleta (Hispanic American 1910-1991), ca. 1970 to 1980s CE, "Woodpeckers." This is a fabulous hand carved and painted wooden sculpture by the folk artist Felipe Archuleta. The piece consists of a large tree trunk that is left in a mostly natural state, with a mother woodpecker carved separately and attached to the trunk, and a wooden chick's head protruding from a natural cavity. The mother has a tuft of dried grass in her mouth to add to the nest inside the cavity. The wood and materials in this piece are all found items; taken from Archuletas or his neighbors' land. Archuleta uses chainsaws and chisels to shape each piece and attaches the pieces to each other with nails. An adhesive mixed with sawdust is applied to fill in any gaps and is then painted. Size: 15" W x 28" H (38.1 cm x 71.1 cm) Felipe Benito Archuleta was born in Santa Cruz, New Mexico into a poor family that immigrated from Mexico. He left school at an early age to help support his family as a field laborer, stone mason, and then as a carpenter for most of his adult life. When he was 57, Archuleta fell on especially hard times and turned to religion and intense prayer to seek an answer to his situation and give his life a more purposeful direction. He claims that God spoke to him and commanded Archuleta to use his carpentry talents to carve animals. However, Archuleta also visited a gallery owned by Dr. Rudy Kieve who sold hand-carved sculptures, which may have been his true inspiration. Archuleta quickly gained recognition for his distinctive style and sometimes terrifying creations, often focused on exaggerating the teeth and claws of the animals. He is considered the father of modern "Non Santero" carvings, and his work has been exhibited in many folk-art exhibitions and museums. His son, Leroy Archuleta (1949 to 2002), and grandson Ron Archuleta Rodriguez (1968 to present) have followed in his footsteps and assisted in the workshop, becoming talented carvers as well. For more information, please see the American Folk Art Museum website essay "American Perspectives: Felipe Benito Archuleta." Provenance: ex-William and Jane Frazer, Aspen, Colorado, USA, acquired 1980s All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids. PLEASE NOTE: Due to recent increases of shipments being seized by Australian & German customs (even for items with pre-UNESCO provenance), we will no longer ship most antiquities and ancient Chinese art to Australia & Germany. For categories of items that are acceptable to ship to Australia or Germany, please contact us directly or work with your local customs brokerage firm. Display stands not described as included/custom in the item description are for photography purposes only and will not be included with the item upon shipping. #166619
Artemis Gallery
Oct. 21, 2021
Large 20th C. Felipe Archuleta Wooden Cobra Sculpture
Est: $3,600 - $5,400
Felipe Benito Archuleta (Hispanic American 1910-1991), ca. 1970 to 1980s CE, "Cobra." This is a magnificent hand carved and painted wooden snake sculpture by the folk artist Felipe Archuleta. The piece consists of a large tree branch or vine with a naturally wavy profile, perfectly capturing the curving body of this cobra. The surface is painted in soft hues including gray with brown spots and a creamy beige stomach. The head features the characteristic flared hood with "eye patterning" on the back of the neck. The eyes and nostrils are incised, and the mouth has a small slit with a forked leather tongue. The wood and materials in this piece are all found items taken from Archuletas or his neighbors' land, and this branch needed minimal adjustments; one can see the notches where he cut away protruding branches. Archuleta uses chainsaws and chisels to shape each piece then adds additional elements and paint. This lengthy cobra needs a snake charmer who can adequately display this large sculpture! Size: 79" L x 3.5" W x 22" H (200.7 cm x 8.9 cm x 55.9 cm) Felipe Benito Archuleta was born in Santa Cruz, New Mexico into a poor family that immigrated from Mexico. He left school at an early age to help support his family as a field laborer, stone mason, and then as a carpenter for most of his adult life. When he was 57, Archuleta fell on especially hard times and turned to religion and intense prayer to seek an answer to his situation and give his life a more purposeful direction. He claims that God spoke to him and commanded Archuleta to use his carpentry talents to carve animals. However, Archuleta also visited a gallery owned by Dr. Rudy Kieve who sold hand-carved sculptures, which may have been his true inspiration. Archuleta quickly gained recognition for his distinctive style and sometimes terrifying creations, often focused on exaggerating the teeth and claws of the animals. He is considered the father of modern "Non Santero" carvings, and his work has been exhibited in many folk-art exhibitions and museums. His son, Leroy Archuleta (1949 to 2002), and grandson Ron Archuleta Rodriguez (1968 to present) have followed in his footsteps and assisted in the workshop, becoming talented carvers as well. For more information, please see the American Folk Art Museum website essay "American Perspectives: Felipe Benito Archuleta." Provenance: ex-William and Jane Frazer, Aspen, Colorado, USA, acquired November 9, 2005; ex-Owings-Dewey Fine Art, Santa Fe, New Mexico, USA All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids. PLEASE NOTE: Due to recent increases of shipments being seized by Australian & German customs (even for items with pre-UNESCO provenance), we will no longer ship most antiquities and ancient Chinese art to Australia & Germany. For categories of items that are acceptable to ship to Australia or Germany, please contact us directly or work with your local customs brokerage firm. Display stands not described as included/custom in the item description are for photography purposes only and will not be included with the item upon shipping. #166620
Artemis Gallery
Oct. 21, 2021
20th C. Felipe Archuleta Wooden Woodpecker Sculpture
Est: $3,600 - $5,400
Felipe Benito Archuleta (Hispanic American 1910-1991), ca. 1970 to 1980s CE, "Woodpeckers." This is a fabulous hand carved and painted wooden sculpture by the folk artist Felipe Archuleta. The piece consists of a large tree trunk that is left in a mostly natural state, with a mother woodpecker carved separately and attached to the trunk, and a wooden chick's head protruding from a natural cavity. The mother has a tuft of dried grass in her mouth to add to the nest inside the cavity. The wood and materials in this piece are all found items; taken from Archuletas or his neighbors' land. Archuleta uses chainsaws and chisels to shape each piece and attaches the pieces to each other with nails. An adhesive mixed with sawdust is applied to fill in any gaps and is then painted. Size: 15" W x 28" H (38.1 cm x 71.1 cm) Felipe Benito Archuleta was born in Santa Cruz, New Mexico into a poor family that immigrated from Mexico. He left school at an early age to help support his family as a field laborer, stone mason, and then as a carpenter for most of his adult life. When he was 57, Archuleta fell on especially hard times and turned to religion and intense prayer to seek an answer to his situation and give his life a more purposeful direction. He claims that God spoke to him and commanded Archuleta to use his carpentry talents to carve animals. However, Archuleta also visited a gallery owned by Dr. Rudy Kieve who sold hand-carved sculptures, which may have been his true inspiration. Archuleta quickly gained recognition for his distinctive style and sometimes terrifying creations, often focused on exaggerating the teeth and claws of the animals. He is considered the father of modern "Non Santero" carvings, and his work has been exhibited in many folk-art exhibitions and museums. His son, Leroy Archuleta (1949 to 2002), and grandson Ron Archuleta Rodriguez (1968 to present) have followed in his footsteps and assisted in the workshop, becoming talented carvers as well. For more information, please see the American Folk Art Museum website essay "American Perspectives: Felipe Benito Archuleta." Provenance: ex-William and Jane Frazer, Aspen, Colorado, USA, acquired 1980s All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids. PLEASE NOTE: Due to recent increases of shipments being seized by Australian & German customs (even for items with pre-UNESCO provenance), we will no longer ship most antiquities and ancient Chinese art to Australia & Germany. For categories of items that are acceptable to ship to Australia or Germany, please contact us directly or work with your local customs brokerage firm. Display stands not described as included/custom in the item description are for photography purposes only and will not be included with the item upon shipping. #166619
Artemis Gallery
Sep. 02, 2021
Large 20th C. Felipe Archuleta Wooden Cobra Sculpture
Est: $4,000 - $6,000
Felipe Benito Archuleta (Hispanic American 1910-1991), ca. 1970 to 1980s CE, "Cobra." This is a magnificent hand carved and painted wooden snake sculpture by the folk artist Felipe Archuleta. The piece consists of a large tree branch or vine with a naturally wavy profile, perfectly capturing the curving body of this cobra. The surface is painted in soft hues including gray with brown spots and a creamy beige stomach. The head features the characteristic flared hood with "eye patterning" on the back of the neck. The eyes and nostrils are incised, and the mouth has a small slit with a forked leather tongue. The wood and materials in this piece are all found items taken from Archuletas or his neighbors' land, and this branch needed minimal adjustments; one can see the notches where he cut away protruding branches. Archuleta uses chainsaws and chisels to shape each piece then adds additional elements and paint. This lengthy cobra needs a snake charmer who can adequately display this large sculpture! Size: 79" L x 3.5" W x 22" H (200.7 cm x 8.9 cm x 55.9 cm) Felipe Benito Archuleta was born in Santa Cruz, New Mexico into a poor family that immigrated from Mexico. He left school at an early age to help support his family as a field laborer, stone mason, and then as a carpenter for most of his adult life. When he was 57, Archuleta fell on especially hard times and turned to religion and intense prayer to seek an answer to his situation and give his life a more purposeful direction. He claims that God spoke to him and commanded Archuleta to use his carpentry talents to carve animals. However, Archuleta also visited a gallery owned by Dr. Rudy Kieve who sold hand-carved sculptures, which may have been his true inspiration. Archuleta quickly gained recognition for his distinctive style and sometimes terrifying creations, often focused on exaggerating the teeth and claws of the animals. He is considered the father of modern "Non Santero" carvings, and his work has been exhibited in many folk-art exhibitions and museums. His son, Leroy Archuleta (1949 to 2002), and grandson Ron Archuleta Rodriguez (1968 to present) have followed in his footsteps and assisted in the workshop, becoming talented carvers as well. For more information, please see the American Folk Art Museum website essay "American Perspectives: Felipe Benito Archuleta." Provenance: ex-William and Jane Frazer, Aspen, Colorado, USA, acquired November 9, 2005; ex-Owings-Dewey Fine Art, Santa Fe, New Mexico, USA All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids. PLEASE NOTE: Due to recent increases of shipments being seized by Australian & German customs (even for items with pre-UNESCO provenance), we will no longer ship most antiquities and ancient Chinese art to Australia & Germany. For categories of items that are acceptable to ship to Australia or Germany, please contact us directly or work with your local customs brokerage firm. Display stands not described as included/custom in the item description are for photography purposes only and will not be included with the item upon shipping. #166620
Artemis Gallery
Sep. 02, 2021
20th C. Felipe Archuleta Wooden Woodpecker Sculpture
Est: $4,000 - $6,000
Felipe Benito Archuleta (Hispanic American 1910-1991), ca. 1970 to 1980s CE, "Woodpeckers." This is a fabulous hand carved and painted wooden sculpture by the folk artist Felipe Archuleta. The piece consists of a large tree trunk that is left in a mostly natural state, with a mother woodpecker carved separately and attached to the trunk, and a wooden chick's head protruding from a natural cavity. The mother has a tuft of dried grass in her mouth to add to the nest inside the cavity. The wood and materials in this piece are all found items; taken from Archuletas or his neighbors' land. Archuleta uses chainsaws and chisels to shape each piece and attaches the pieces to each other with nails. An adhesive mixed with sawdust is applied to fill in any gaps and is then painted. Size: 15" W x 28" H (38.1 cm x 71.1 cm) Felipe Benito Archuleta was born in Santa Cruz, New Mexico into a poor family that immigrated from Mexico. He left school at an early age to help support his family as a field laborer, stone mason, and then as a carpenter for most of his adult life. When he was 57, Archuleta fell on especially hard times and turned to religion and intense prayer to seek an answer to his situation and give his life a more purposeful direction. He claims that God spoke to him and commanded Archuleta to use his carpentry talents to carve animals. However, Archuleta also visited a gallery owned by Dr. Rudy Kieve who sold hand-carved sculptures, which may have been his true inspiration. Archuleta quickly gained recognition for his distinctive style and sometimes terrifying creations, often focused on exaggerating the teeth and claws of the animals. He is considered the father of modern "Non Santero" carvings, and his work has been exhibited in many folk-art exhibitions and museums. His son, Leroy Archuleta (1949 to 2002), and grandson Ron Archuleta Rodriguez (1968 to present) have followed in his footsteps and assisted in the workshop, becoming talented carvers as well. For more information, please see the American Folk Art Museum website essay "American Perspectives: Felipe Benito Archuleta." Provenance: ex-William and Jane Frazer, Aspen, Colorado, USA, acquired 1980s All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids. PLEASE NOTE: Due to recent increases of shipments being seized by Australian & German customs (even for items with pre-UNESCO provenance), we will no longer ship most antiquities and ancient Chinese art to Australia & Germany. For categories of items that are acceptable to ship to Australia or Germany, please contact us directly or work with your local customs brokerage firm. Display stands not described as included/custom in the item description are for photography purposes only and will not be included with the item upon shipping. #166619
Artemis Gallery
Aug. 15, 2021
Felipe Archuleta (American, 1910-1991) Carved Cottonwood Pigs
Est: $1,000 - $1,200
Felipe Archuleta (American, 1910-1991) Carved Cottonwood Pigs (2) folk art items including a painted spotted tan and white mother pig / sow having a curly rope tail signed 'F.B.A. 11-30-77' on underside; and a painted spotted brown and white smaller pig having a curly rope tail signed 'F.B.A. 06-27-1975 Santa Fe, N.M.' on underside Property from: a Chicago, Illinois (Gold Coast) collector Category: Decorative Arts > Objects Estimated Sale Time: 10:47 am CST Shipping Status: Due to size, weight, value or shipping complexity, this item must be shipped via a 3rd Party and the shipping cost may be high. We recommend contacting multiple shipping vendors for an estimate as the cost may vary greatly. Sales Tax: Illinois (8.000%), Kansas (6.500%), New Jersey (6.625%), Pennsylvania (6.000%), Washington (10.500%) Links to High Resolution Images: Image #1 Image #2 Image #3 Image #4 Image #5 Image #6
Leonard Auction
May. 02, 2021
FELIPE ARCHULETA, American 1910-1991, Turtle, 1978, carved and painted wood with metal feet, length: 17 in.
Est: $1,500 - $2,500
FELIPE ARCHULETA (American, 1910-1991) Turtle 1978, carved and painted wood with metal feet signed and dated on underside
Grogan & Company
May. 02, 2021
FELIPE ARCHULETA, American 1910-1991, Fish, 1977, carved and painted wood, length: 30 in.
Est: $1,500 - $2,500
FELIPE ARCHULETA (American, 1910-1991) Fish 1977, carved and painted wood signed and dated on underside
Grogan & Company
Jan. 20, 2021
Felipe Archuleta, Carved and Painted Woodpecker
Est: $1,000 - $2,000
New Mexico, 20th C. initialed F.B.A. and dated 7-22-87. 23"h x 13"w x 15"d Provenance: Property from the Steve and Stephanie Alpert Collection
Nye & Company
Jul. 25, 2020
Felipe Benito Archuleta, Jack Rabbit, 1981, and Toy
Est: $3,000 - $5,000
Felipe Benito Archuleta (1910 - 1991) Jack Rabbit, 1981 wood, paint, glass marbles, leather inscribed underside: 11-8-1981- / BY-F.B.A. / JACK-RABBit- Dimensions: 29 1/2 x 30 x 9 1/2 in Wood Noisemaker Toy Provenance: The Barbara and Ed Okun Collection
Santa Fe Art Auction
Feb. 03, 2020
Three Polychromed Carved Wood Pigs Felipe Benito Archuleta (Mexican, 1910-1991)
Est: $7,000 - $9,000
Three Polychromed Carved Wood Pigs Felipe Benito Archuleta (Mexican, 1910-1991) One signed F.B.A. Pig 10.20.7. lengths 18in to 25in (45cm to 63cm) For further information on this lot please visit the Bonhams website
Bonhams