Late 19th C. Eastern Plains Indians Gunstock Dance Club

Native American, Central Plains, Eastern Plains Indians, ca. late 19th to early 20th century CE. A sizable dance club that is hand-carved from nicely grained wood used to make light but durable rifle stocks. The lengthy club features a discoid pommel with a central perforation, a slightly curved shoulder, a large circular 'ball,' and an abstract zoomorphic face incised into the top. Dozens of petite brass pins are decoratively inserted into the handle, body, and 'ball,' and a slender steel blade projects laterally from the side of the ball. Size: 25.9" L x 9.75" W (65.8 cm x 24.8 cm); (length of blade): 4.3" L (10.9 cm).

Provenance: private St. Paul, Minnesota, USA collection; ex-Skinner Auctions, Massachusetts, USA; ex-Dale C. Anderson Company collection

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#151997 Dimensions: Condition Report: Nicks and minor abrasions to head, 'ball,' handle, and pommel, with losses to some brass pins, and softening to some finer details. Light earthen deposits and nice patina throughout.