Sioux Beaded Knife Case, with Antler Handled Knife
Sale 1133 - Native American Art, Session I
Apr 21, 2023
10:00AM ET
Live / Cincinnati
Estimate
$2,000 -
$3,000
Sold for $2,268
Sold prices are inclusive of Buyer’s Premium
Lot Description
Sioux Beaded Knife Case, with Antler Handled Knife
fourth quarter 19th century
sinew-sewn on hide; rawhide lining; beaded bowtie and geometric design in colors of yellow, red white-heart, and pink against a light blue ground; hide thong drop, wrapped with matching beadwork and tin cones; blade of knife lightly marked near handle BEUEY
case overall length (includes drop) 16 -1/4 inches; knife length 11-3/4 inches
This lot is located in Cincinnati.
Condition Report
Hide thong drop has been reattached by thread
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