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Lot 64
Northern Plains Elk Antler Quirt, with Decorations
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$5,000 - 7,000
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$5,000
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Lot Description
Northern Plains Elk Antler Quirt, with Decorations
third quarter 19th century

crossed and semi-circular detailing on upper portion; harness leather lashing with red trade wool; thread and sinew-sewn buffalo hide wrist strap is beaded in colors of greasy yellow, red white-heart, and translucent green

overall length 31 inches; length of antler and wrist strap 17 inches

Published:
Spirits in the Art (Hanson 1994: 39, plate 38)

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