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C. 1850-1870 Cheyenne Society Parfleche Rattle

Currency:USD Category:Collectibles Start Price:400.00 USD Estimated At:1,500.00 - 2,500.00 USD
C. 1850-1870 Cheyenne Society Parfleche Rattle
The lot features a circa 1850-1870 rawhide parfleche rattle from the Cheyenne Native American Indians. The rattle has a classic pattern with spherical body and short handle and is comprised of all Indian tanned parfleche rawhide which is sinew and trade thread sewn. The entire surface of the rattle has a mineral pigment ocher polychrome painted finish showing remnants of reds and yellows. The handle is carved stripped wood wrapped in rawhide parfleche and further supported by a wrapping of rawhide lacing. The top of the rattle has a trade thread tied on old very soft game bird feather remnant which is quite worn and also has a red ocher dye. Provenance: From the renowned Sundog Fine Art Bozeman, Montana collection by Bruce VanLandingham. Bruce VanLandingham was a pillar in the American Indian collecting community and a respected expert. Along with being an avid collector, Bruce was also the sole owner of Sundog Fine Art Gallery in Bozeman, which was both part museum and gallery, this piece is directly from the collection. Measures 7"L by 3 7/8"W. Museum collection number E1054.