Sold for $1,500

Sold prices are inclusive of Buyer’s Premium

Lot Description

Sioux Beaded Buffalo Hide Knife Case

fourth quarter 19th century

sinew-sewn and beaded on one side in colors of dark blue, red white-heart, translucent green, and white; tin cones filled with red dyed horsehair; rawhide lined

overall length 19-1/2 inches; sheath length 10 inches

From the Collection of Charles Hargens, American Artist (1893-1997)

Condition Report

Some bead loss on rolled drop.

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