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Teton Sioux Bird War Shield Buffalo c 19th century

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Teton Sioux Bird War Shield Buffalo c 19th century
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This is a war shield from the scarcely seen Teton Sioux Native American Indians. The piece shows a mineral ochre dyed front showing the warrior black bird figure surrounded by four stars. The piece is made from Great American Bison Buffalo hide. This also has cut fringe, Buffalo hair, and trade clothe all sinew sewn. The shield is from the 19th century showing museum quality and condition. Measure 14" diameter.