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THE TEMPLE Estate Sale - an homage to collecting

Welcome to the TEMPLE of Collecting!

Step inside the estate of a true gentleman collector—an icon of Thunderbird Estate Sales and a beloved presence in the estate sale world for decades. He was a friend to all: socially gracious, quietly refined, impeccably well-heeled, and endlessly curious. A man of the world in the truest sense.

This is a life expressed through objects.

A lifetime of curiosity, travel, conversation, and discovery.

At the heart of this estate is a magnitude of global treasures—gathered across continents, cultures, and decades. While Asian art held a special place in his heart, his collecting knew no borders and followed inspiration wherever it appeared.

Within this remarkable Estate you will find:

• A magnitude of global treasures, including Asian, European, and local finds
• Expensive treasures alongside surprisingly affordable discoveries
• Vintage and high-end clothing
• A vast and fascinating book collection covering art, history, culture, travel, philosophy, and nearly every subject imaginable
• Deity figures, statues, and sculptures in nearly every material imaginable
• Stunning, standout jewelry—Turquoise, Sterling Silver, Navajo, Zuni, Santo Domingo, and more
  (Not piles of jewelry—thoughtfully chosen pieces)
• Art from Taos and Santa Fe, plus nationally and globally recognized artists
• European art, Asian art, and scroll art
• Posters from historic events and others
• Porcelain, china, teapots, outdoor sculpture, and garden pots
• Furniture, lamps… and yes—lions, tigers, and bears (oh my!)

This is not a hoard—this is a mini museum to life.

A celebration of a life well lived, well traveled, and joyfully collected.

Welcome in.

Wander freely.

Discover something unexpected.

Even if you do not buy this collection is something to behold! Come and say hello as Thunderbird kicks of our new years of sales!!