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DAY 3- MAY 2026 "TREASURES FROM THE VAULTS OF A DALLAS DESIGNER"

Sun, May 3, 2026 11:00AM EDT
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Day 3 concludes the May Special Collections series with an engaging continuation of antiques and estate finds, offering a rich assortment of pieces that span styles, eras, and collecting interests. This session brings forward additional selections of vintage furniture, decorative arts, and unique estate treasures, alongside an array of functional and collectible items with enduring appeal.
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Lot 3385

RAFAEL RODRIGUEZ CONTRERAS (MEXICO, B.1974) LARGE EX-VOTO RETABLO

Estimate: $700 - $1,200
Starting Bid
$500

Bid Increments

Price Bid Increment
$0 $10
$100 $25
$500 $50
$1,000 $100
$2,000 $250
$5,000 $500
$10,000 $1,000
$50,000 $2,500
$100,000 $5,000
Large framed oil on tin retablo, "La familia Diaz da gracias por la muerte de Petra Martinez, porque nos echo el mal de ojo, San Pablo, 1937," signed lower right RRC (Rafael Rodriguez Contreras, Mexican, b.1974), with nine ex voto scenes, depicting the Virgin of Guadalupe, among various images of figures in acts of devotion and dismay, chronicling events dated 1936-1938, sight: approx 47.5"h, 39.25"w, overall: approx 51.5"h, 43.25"w, 11lbs Detailed condition reports are not included in this catalog. For additional information, including condition reports, please utilize the ASK A QUESTION tab found in each lot. All lots are sold as-is and where is. No statement regarding age, condition, kind, value, or quality of a lot, whether made orally at the auction or at any other time, or in writing in this catalog or elsewhere, shall be construed to be an express or implied warranty, representation, or assumption of liability. All sales are final, and Austin Auction Gallery does not give refunds based on condition. Austin Auction Gallery does not perform any shipping or packing services. We do have a list of suggested shippers who gladly provide quotes prior to your bidding. Please visit our webpage for a list of recommended shippers. **NOTE: ALL JEWELRY & COIN LOTS REALIZING OVER $1,000 MUST BE PAID BY BANK WIRE**

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FIREARMS SHIPPING
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Postal Annex- Chiraag - 512-331-5855

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The UPS Store - 512-418-0520

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The Packengers – 516-988-1914

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EZShip – Thai Pham - 512-246-7117

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Craters & Freighters, Jessina Santana, 888-520-1134

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BLANKET WRAP SHIPPERS FOR FURNITURE AND LARGER ITEMS

 

PLYCON TRANSPORT (Speak With Jay, or email to jjuliano@plyconvanlines.com) - (631) 973-3088

BMC FREIGHT INTERNATIONAL - (954)-972-5786

RB SHIPING - (404) 524-9122

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