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Cheyenne/Arapaho infant moccasins

Offered by: Marcy Burns American Indian Arts LLC

Description
circa 4” long

hide appears to be buffalo. Remnants of fur visible.

hide is supple with a little stiffness in the back and sides of the cuff

sinew sewn

hard soles

1/16” seed beads: white, white-heart red, dark blue, light blue, greasy green

excellent condition

ex: Private Collection

circa 1870s (judged by the style and the size and types of the beads)

These moccasins are the same style as they would be if they are adult-sized. They have survived the years in terrific condition and are a very rare find in today’s marketplace.

More Information

Period:	19th Century
Condition:	Good.
Creation Date:	1870
Styles / Movements:	Traditional
Patterns:	Handmade
Incollect Reference #:	581359

Message from Seller:

For over thirty years, Marcy Burns American Indian Arts LLC has been nationally recognized as a premier dealer in antique American Indian basketry, textiles, pottery and jewelry, including Native American and Classic Designer jewelry from Taxco, Mexico.