Relics of the American West: 1850-1920
Lot 2172:
Description
This striking Plains-style war club represents a fine example of traditional craftsmanship, featuring a stone head securely encased in stitched rawhide. The wooden shaft is meticulously adorned with intricate seed beadwork in a rhythmic pattern of red, white, and blue, transitioning to a solid turquoise field near the grip . A vibrant red felt cuff sits beneath the head, accented by rows of blue glass beads . The base of the handle is wrapped in sinew-stitched leather, terminating in a long, dark horsehair drop that would have provided impressive movement during use . The item shows significant age-related wear, including some loss and fading to the felt, minor bead loss, and heavy patination and stiffening of the leather components . Total length approx. 30″, shaft 16″, head H 3.5″, W 2.5″, D 2.25″. Please see photos for condition.
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