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Eastern Sioux (??) beaded vest

Offered by: Marcy Burns American Indian Arts LLC

Description
Eastern Sioux (??) beaded vest

hide (moose??)

1/16 seed beads (red, dark blue, light blue, metallic beads

circa 21” long x 17” wide

circa 1890s-1920s

ex: Private Collection

$2900.

(mc2287)

This is a beautiful beaded vest that has survived the years in excellent condition. The inside shows that it was worn, perhaps in a traveling West show or rodeo which offered ways for Native youth to still be “warriors” during the Reservation period.

More Information

Origin:	United States
Period:	1900-1919
Materials:	Leather, Beadwork
Condition:	excellent condition
Creation Date:	circa 1890s-1920s
Styles / Movements:	American Indian, Traditional
Patterns:	Traditional
Dealer Reference #:	mc2287
Incollect Reference #:	607903

Dimensions

W.	17 in;	H.	21 in;
W.	43.18 cm;	H.	53.34 cm;

Message from Seller:

Marcy Burns American Indian Arts LLC, located at 520 East 72nd Street in New York City, specializes in antique American Indian basketry, textiles, pottery, and jewelry, including Native American and Classic Designer pieces from Taxco, Mexico. With over 30 years of experience, Marcy Burns offers expert consultation, appraisals, and full warranties on the objects it sells. Reach them at 212-439-9257 or info@marcyburns.com.