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Santee Sioux Quilled Hide Cradleboard

Currency:USD Category:American Indian Art Start Price:1,000.00 USD Estimated At:2,000.00 - 4,000.00 USD
Santee Sioux Quilled Hide Cradleboard
Late 1800s, Early utilitarian example of a full-sized baby carrier on a pair of great old brass tacked slats, the body constructed of thick buffalo hide that is sparsely decorated with quilled leafy florals. Has ribbon and dew claw suspensions and the edge is trimmed with muslin. Good condition, with some expected quill loss/damage. The real McCoy that shows a lot of actual use. 34" x 1-1/2" x 11"