Sold for $40,950

Sold prices are inclusive of Buyer’s Premium

Lot Description

Fort Berthold Quilled Hide Shirt

fourth quarter 19th century

thread-sewn; with plaited quillwork on hide strips in colors of orange, purple, red, teal, and yellow; fringed bib having floral designs; long fringe hangs from sleeves and chest; interior with remnants of red pigment; inked collection number

length 27 inches x chest 45 inches

Included is a copy of a handwritten note of provenance.

This lot is located in Cincinnati.

According to note, the shirt was acquired by Judge Saunders, ca 1870s and descended through family; Ex Paul Dyke; Ex James Economos; Ex Paul Rigg

Condition Report

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