Penobscot Club and Decorated Birchbark Cradles

Penobscot Club and Decorated Birchbark Cradles

first half 20th century

lot of 4, includes:

a Penobscot club having the form of a bird
length 24 inches

two birchbark cradles with floral designs
height 23 inches x width 12-1/2 inches
height 22-1/2 inches x 13 inches

a lidded basket with geometric designs
height 8 inches x width 8 inches

This lot is located in Cincinnati.
From the Collection of Dr. Martin Gingras, Rochester, New York Native American & Prehistoric Art The triangular box has a broken side corner (included) and some missing stitches to the lid. Some missing stitches to one of the cradles. Some light water damage to the other cradle.