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Pair of Plateau Beaded Child's High Top Moccasins, circa 1890

Creator: Shoshone Indians
Offered by: Clive Devenish Antiques

Description
Native American Indian, possibly Shoshone, these high top children’s moccasins are intricately constructed with delicate beadwork and fine tanned leather with great attention to detail. They were made in the late 19th century, possibly for the tourist trade, but more than likely to be worn by the Indian children at that time. Green, silver and rust are the colors of the beads, while the suede is a neutral tanned color. Condition is excellent and all original. Plateau Indians occupied a large expanse of territory stretching from the Rocky Mountains to the California coastal areas and as far north as British Columbia.

Dimensions: 6” high x 6 ¾” long.

Butterfield’s and Butterfield’s.
San Francisco, California.
November 19th, 2006.

More Information

Documentation:	Signed
Period:	19th Century
Condition:	Excellent.
Creation Date:	1890's.
Styles / Movements:	American Indian, Traditional
Incollect Reference #:	121263

Dimensions

W.	6.75 in;	H.	6 in;
W.	17.15 cm;	H.	15.24 cm;

Message from Seller:

We are specialists in the field of antique mechanical coin banks. These rare and unique items were sold during the late 1800's and early 1900's to encourage and educate young children on the importance of saving money, with the majority of them having been made in America. We are leading experts in this field and one of the foremost dealers, having traded in mechanical banks since 1976.