Western Great Lakes Gunstock Club, with Decorations
Sale 1133 - Native American Art, Session I
Apr 21, 2023
10:00AM ET
Live / Cincinnati
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Estimate
$15,000 -
25,000
Price Realized
$23,940
Sold prices are inclusive of Buyer’s Premium
Lot Description
Western Great Lakes Gunstock Club, with Decorations
mid-19th century
decorated with four spoked circular elements, the depiction of a caterpillar, and a stylized form of a Thunderbird on one side; opposite having a carved inset for mirror; steel blade; buffalo tail drop
overall length 27 inches
cf. Moths and the Plains Indians: Their Fascinating Connection (Painter 2005: 185-191)
This lot is located in Cincinnati.
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