Prairie Decorated Antler Quirt, with Beaded Wrist Strap
Prairie Decorated Antler Quirt, with Beaded Wrist Strap
fourth quarter 19th century
antler handle etched with florally inspired designs; braided buffalo hide lashing; wrist strap is thread-sewn on soft buffalo hide and covered with red trade wool and ribbon binding; edge beaded in white, with diamond pattern in translucent forest green and yellow
overall length (strap plus lashing) 29 inches
This lot is located in Cincinnati.
Native American & Prehistoric Art Wrist strap has light bead loss. Warm patina to antler.
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Prairie Decorated Antler Quirt, with Beaded Wrist Strap
fourth quarter 19th century
antler handle etched with florally inspired designs; braided buffalo hide lashing; wrist strap is thread-sewn on soft buffalo hide and covered with red trade wool and ribbon binding; edge beaded in white, with diamond pattern in translucent forest green and yellow
overall length (strap plus lashing) 29 inches
This lot is located in Cincinnati.
Native American & Prehistoric Art Wrist strap has light bead loss. Warm patina to antler.