Lot 218a Northern Plains War Shirt
Outstanding early example of Northern Plains scout or physical warring shirt, with designs of upper Missouri, Blackfeet, or Sioux, circa approximately 1860's-1870's. Comprised of brain tanned deerskin, sinew sewn with wonderful fringe and parallel overlapped porcupine quillwork, with blue over yellow, indicating a high ranking society member in Lakota Society. Bear claw motif shown throughout front, back and sleeves, with wear and condition consumerate with age. Displays beautifully. Provenance: Private Wyoming collection.
Important Notice
We are excited to announce that we have moved the event to Cheyenne, Wyoming this year, and that we have a great selection of Western Collectables that includes the collection of Roger Wilmot.
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