Old West & Native American Auction

1930s Apache Pitch Water Vessel

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Start price: $150

Estimated price: $300 - $400

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Description

This circa 1930s Apache Tus water vessel showcases the ingenuity and craftsmanship of the Apache people. Hand woven from natural fibers. It features a wide body with a narrower neck and two small handles. The interior and exterior are coated with a pine pitch to waterproof the vessel making it ideal for carrying water in the arid southwest. The pitch exterior coating is delicate and should be handled cautiously. Dimensions: 10.5” tall x 10.5” wide at waist x 7.75” rim diameter x 4” base diameter. See photos.