Antiques Roadshow Season 11 Episode 9 Tucson - Hour 3

In this episode of Antiques Roadshow, we join the team in Tucson, Arizona for the third and final hour of appraisals. The show opens with a stunning pair of Hopi dolls, crafted in the early 1900s from cottonwood root. The dolls, which feature intricate details and delicate paintwork, were passed down through generations and are valued at a staggering $40,000 to $60,000.

Next, we meet a collector who discovered a set of silver cutlery at a yard sale. The set was made by Tiffany & Co. in the late 1800s and includes over 200 pieces. Appraiser Kevin Zavian is impressed by the collection's size and condition, and values it at $70,000 to $90,000.

In the vein of silverware, another guest brings in a silver teapot, adorned with intricate engravings and a unique lid. Appraiser Caroline Ashleigh notes that while the teapot is not in perfect condition, its rarity and beauty make it worth between $6,000 and $8,000.

A particularly interesting item in this episode is a rare lithograph by the legendary artist Salvador Dali. The piece, entitled "Le Chateau" showcases Dali's signature surrealist style, with melting clocks and distorted objects. Appraiser Nicholas Lowry values the lithograph at $12,000 to $18,000.

We then meet a woman who inherited a collection of tribal masks from her grandfather, who had worked in Africa in the 1930s. The collection includes masks from various tribes, including the Chokwe people. Appraiser David Weiss notes that masks from this tribe are highly sought after due to their intricate design and symbolism. He values the collection at $15,000 to $20,000.

Another guest brings in a set of World War II propaganda posters, featuring messages like "Defend America" and "Victory Begins at Home." Appraiser Chris Kennedy notes that while the posters are not particularly rare, their excellent condition and historical significance make them worth $6,000 to $8,000.

We also see a unique piece of mid-century modern furniture - a chaise longue designed by Charles and Ray Eames. The sleek and minimalist design is typical of the Eames' style, and appraiser Leigh Keno values the chaise at $18,000 to $22,000.

In a departure from the usual antiques fare, the team also appraises a rare guitar - a Gibson ES-345 - that was once owned by legendary rock musician Eric Clapton. Appraiser Rudy Pensa notes that guitars owned by famous musicians often sell for high prices at auction, and values the guitar at $40,000 to $60,000.

Finally, the show ends on a sweet note with a collection of vintage candy tins from the late 1800s and early 1900s. The tins, which feature charming illustrations and typography, were used to store candies and confections. Appraiser Joyce Jonas notes that while the tins are not particularly valuable in themselves, the collection as a whole is worth $1,000 to $1,500.

Overall, this episode of Antiques Roadshow offers a diverse range of appraisals, from silverware to art to candy tins. As always, the guest's stories and personal connections to their items add a touch of humanity and heart to the show.