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Lot 365
Santee Sioux Quilled Figural Hide Knife Sheath, with Knife
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$6,000 - 8,000
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$3,750
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Lot Description
Santee Sioux Quilled Figural Hide Knife Sheath, with Knife
mid-19th century

sinew-sewn on softly tanned hide with rawhide liner; alternating red and white quillwork line the outer edges of the sheath, accentuating two female figures, dressed in long dresses standing atop a floral design; long soft hide fringe cascades from the upper and lower edges, further embellished with quilled and beaded slats

overall length 23-1/2 inches, sheath 11-1/4 inches, knife length 12 inches

Published:
Spirits in the Art (Hanson 1994, 24, plate 23)
Ex Richard Pohrt, Sr.
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