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"INDIAN ON HORSE" WESTERN NATIVE AMERICAN
"INDIAN ON HORSE" WESTERN NATIVE AMERICAN

"INDIAN ON HORSE" WESTERN NATIVE AMERICAN

By Olaf Wieghorst

Located in San Antonio, TX

Olaf Wieghorst (1899 - 1988) California, New York, New Mexico, Arizona, Texas Artist Image Size: 11 x 8.5 Frame Size: 18.5 x 14.5 Medium: Print "Indian on Horse" Biography Olaf Wiegh...

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20th Century Realist Figurative Prints

Materials

Archival Pigment

American Arts And Crafts Old Western Native America Wood Screen Four Panels 1941
American Arts And Crafts Old Western Native America Wood Screen Four Panels 1941

American Arts And Crafts Old Western Native America Wood Screen Four Panels 1941

Located in South Burlington, VT

From an old western Wyoming estate and dated 1941. Four unique Old West Native American panel works of art, circa 1941.

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Mid-20th Century American Native American Decorative Art

Materials

Wood, Pine

Native American Cheyenne Beaded Moccasins Tipi Motif Antique Plains 1880
Native American Cheyenne Beaded Moccasins Tipi Motif Antique Plains 1880

Native American Cheyenne Beaded Moccasins Tipi Motif Antique Plains 1880

By Native American Art

Located in Denver, CO

Surviving 19th-century Plains moccasins with intact beadwork and strong pictorial motifs are increasingly rare and highly sought after by collectors of Native American art, Western A...

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Antique 1880s American Native American Native American Objects

Materials

Hide, Beads

Native American, Western Great Plains Ceremonial Beaded War Club Circa 1900
Native American, Western Great Plains Ceremonial Beaded War Club Circa 1900

Native American, Western Great Plains Ceremonial Beaded War Club Circa 1900

Located in Atlanta, GA

This Great Plains beaded war club is formed with a long, tapering handle terminating in a double-cone head, the entire object presenting the purposeful balance and compact striking p...

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Antique Late 19th Century American Native American Native American Objects

Materials

Stone

Western Apache Olla Basket
Western Apache Olla Basket

Western Apache Olla Basket

By Apache Indian Art

Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID

Western Apache olla from the San Carlos of White Mountain Apache tribes. Figurative olla with humans, dogs, horses, chickens, diamonds and meanders. Attributed to Gusta Thompson, San...

Category

Early 20th Century American Native American Native American Objects

Materials

Grasscloth

"A Group Of California Indians" Wood Cut Engraving. C 1856. Very Rare. Americana
"A Group Of California Indians" Wood Cut Engraving. C 1856. Very Rare. Americana

"A Group Of California Indians" Wood Cut Engraving. C 1856. Very Rare. Americana

Located in Incline Village, NV

What a wonderful addition for those seeking rarity in the collecting of important Americana and Western Art. Dimensions: 10 1/4" x 13 1/2" (actual engraving) 13 7/8" x 17 3/4"" wi...

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Antique 1850s American Native American Native American Objects

Materials

Paper

Sterling Silver Native American Indian Motif "Note Holder" American, Circa 1880
Sterling Silver Native American Indian Motif "Note Holder" American, Circa 1880

Sterling Silver Native American Indian Motif "Note Holder" American, Circa 1880

Located in Incline Village, NV

Appropriate Americana for the discerning collector with a Western Native American theme. Provenance: From my personal collection of Western items.

Category

Antique 1880s American Native American Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Sterling Silver

Handmade Antique Native American Navajo Rug 3.7' x 7.5' 1910s - 2B69
Handmade Antique Native American Navajo Rug 3.7' x 7.5' 1910s - 2B69

Handmade Antique Native American Navajo Rug 3.7' x 7.5' 1910s - 2B69

Located in Bordeaux, FR

A truly unique and compelling piece of American folk art, this handmade Navajo rug is a collectible treasure. Woven from rich, hand-spun wool, it showcases a striking pictorial desig...

Category

Vintage 1910s French Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool

Native American Portrait, American Western Art Oil  Painting by Jalal Gharbi

Native American Portrait, American Western Art Oil Painting by Jalal Gharbi

By Jalal Gharbi

Located in Long Island City, NY

Jalal Gharbi, Tunisian/American (1920 - 2005) - Native American Portrait, Year: circa 1970, Medium: Oil on Canvas, Size: 30 x 24 in. (76.2 x 60.96 cm), Description: An unfinished...

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1970s American Realist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Western Panorama with Sculpture of Native American Warrior

Western Panorama with Sculpture of Native American Warrior

By Mark Beard

Located in New York, NY

Oil on two joined canvases Signed and dated, l.c. This artwork is offered by ClampArt, located in New York City. Mark Beard, born in 1956 in Salt Lake City, now lives in New York C...

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1980s Realist Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Vintage Navajo Kingman Turquoise Nugget Long Necklace Sterling Silver Beads 117g
Vintage Navajo Kingman Turquoise Nugget Long Necklace Sterling Silver Beads 117g

Vintage Navajo Kingman Turquoise Nugget Long Necklace Sterling Silver Beads 117g

Located in San Diego, CA

⸻ 📏 Details: • Length: 27” inches • Materials: Natural turquoise nuggets + sterling silver Navajo bench beads • Style: Southwestern / Boho / Western / Native American • Era: ...

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Late 20th Century Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Native American Indian Chief Themed Gold Ring with Polychromed Features. C. 1955
Native American Indian Chief Themed Gold Ring with Polychromed Features. C. 1955

Native American Indian Chief Themed Gold Ring with Polychromed Features. C. 1955

Located in Incline Village, NV

Being interested in 19th century Western United States and Native American memorabilia, I acquired the ring over 30 years ago from a Beverly Hills estate.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Native American Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Gold

Bronze Roaring Bear by Wally Shoop “No Intruders” Western Wildlife Scculpture
Bronze Roaring Bear by Wally Shoop “No Intruders” Western Wildlife Scculpture

Bronze Roaring Bear by Wally Shoop “No Intruders” Western Wildlife Scculpture

Located in Norwood, NJ

This striking wildlife bronze by sculptor Wally Shoop, titled “No Intruders,” portrays a powerful bear mid-roar, rearing from a rugged rock outcrop. The piece is richly patinated wit...

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Late 20th Century American Native American Animal Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

HOW THE WEST WAS WON Loan Exhibition of Western Americana Paperback 1968
HOW THE WEST WAS WON Loan Exhibition of Western Americana Paperback 1968

HOW THE WEST WAS WON Loan Exhibition of Western Americana Paperback 1968

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

HOW THE WEST WAS WON - Loan Exhibition of Western Americana - Paintings, Watercolors, Bronzes Paperback – January 1, 1968.bronzes By Frederic Remington and Russell Charles.Frederic R...

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Mid-20th Century American Native American Books

Materials

Paper

MARBLE'S Antique Ideal Hunting Knife Western Navajo .925 Sterling Silver Handle
MARBLE'S Antique Ideal Hunting Knife Western Navajo .925 Sterling Silver Handle

MARBLE'S Antique Ideal Hunting Knife Western Navajo .925 Sterling Silver Handle

By The Marble House

Located in Miami, FL

The Ideal Knife and Safety Axe became Marble’s flagship products, helping solidify the company’s reputation among hunters, campers, and even military personnel. Country: Native Amer...

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Vintage 1950s American Native American Arms, Armor and Weapons

Materials

Sterling Silver, Steel

Very Large 19th Century North-Western Indian Carved Wood Totem Pole
Very Large 19th Century North-Western Indian Carved Wood Totem Pole

Very Large 19th Century North-Western Indian Carved Wood Totem Pole

Located in Germantown, MD

A very large 19th century North-Western Indian figural Carved Wood Totem Pole. This very rare Pole measures 8" in diameter and stands 7.5 feet tall. This is one of the rare historic...

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Antique Mid-19th Century Native American Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Hardwood

'Timberline Nurse', American illustrator, Avalon Books, Romance novel, Playboy
'Timberline Nurse', American illustrator, Avalon Books, Romance novel, Playboy

'Timberline Nurse', American illustrator, Avalon Books, Romance novel, Playboy

By Charles Winfield Miller

Located in Santa Cruz, CA

This freelance illustrator, portrait painter and teacher was born in Illinois and subsequently moved to Jackson Hole, Wyoming to follow his passion for painting Western and Native Am...

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1960s Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Gouache, Board

Magic Realist Surrealist Latin American Naive Fantasy Painting
Magic Realist Surrealist Latin American Naive Fantasy Painting

Magic Realist Surrealist Latin American Naive Fantasy Painting

By German Ramon Duron Lanza

Located in Surfside, FL

"Primitive art" is another term often applied to art by those without formal training, but is historically more often applied to work from certain cultures that have been judged soci...

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20th Century Folk Art Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic

"American Indian Dance, " Art Deco Drawing by Jean Target, 1930s
"American Indian Dance, " Art Deco Drawing by Jean Target, 1930s

"American Indian Dance, " Art Deco Drawing by Jean Target, 1930s

By Jean Target

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Evidence of Western Europe's fascination with Native American culture, dress and way of life for over a century, this vivid drawing uses watercolor, gouache and crayon to capture a g...

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Paintings

Materials

Paper

Folk Art Mexican Girl Oil Painting on Burlap Charming Naive African American Art
Folk Art Mexican Girl Oil Painting on Burlap Charming Naive African American Art

Folk Art Mexican Girl Oil Painting on Burlap Charming Naive African American Art

By Jose Maria de Servin

Located in Surfside, FL

"Primitive art" is another term often applied to art by those without formal training, but is historically more often applied to work from certain cultures that have been judged soci...

Category

Mid-20th Century Folk Art Figurative Paintings

Materials

Burlap, Oil

Folk Art Mexican Boy Oil Painting on Burlap Charming Naive African American Art
Folk Art Mexican Boy Oil Painting on Burlap Charming Naive African American Art

Folk Art Mexican Boy Oil Painting on Burlap Charming Naive African American Art

By Jose Maria de Servin

Located in Surfside, FL

"Primitive art" is another term often applied to art by those without formal training, but is historically more often applied to work from certain cultures that have been judged soci...

Category

Mid-20th Century Folk Art Figurative Paintings

Materials

Burlap, Oil

"CHIPPEWAY SQUAW & CHILD" McKenney & Hall Hand Painted Lithograph by Bowen C1836
"CHIPPEWAY SQUAW & CHILD" McKenney & Hall Hand Painted Lithograph by Bowen C1836

"CHIPPEWAY SQUAW & CHILD" McKenney & Hall Hand Painted Lithograph by Bowen C1836

By McKenney & Hall

Located in Incline Village, NV

Provenance: From my own personal collection of 19th century Native American Indian Western Americana and fine art.

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Antique 1830s American Native American Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Paper

"O-HYA-WA-MINCE-KEE, "Chippewa Chief" McKenney & Hall Hand Painted Litho C.1843
"O-HYA-WA-MINCE-KEE, "Chippewa Chief" McKenney & Hall Hand Painted Litho C.1843

"O-HYA-WA-MINCE-KEE, "Chippewa Chief" McKenney & Hall Hand Painted Litho C.1843

By McKenney & Hall

Located in Incline Village, NV

Provenance: From my own personal collection of 19th century Native American Indian Western Americana and fine art.

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Antique 1840s American Native American Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Paper

McKenney & Hall Hand Painted Lithograph "AMISKQUEW"; Rice & Clark Published 1843
McKenney & Hall Hand Painted Lithograph "AMISKQUEW"; Rice & Clark Published 1843

McKenney & Hall Hand Painted Lithograph "AMISKQUEW"; Rice & Clark Published 1843

By McKenney & Hall

Located in Incline Village, NV

Provenance: From my own personal collection of 19th century Native American Indian Western Americana and fine art.

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Antique 1840s American Native American Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Paper

McKenney & Hall Hand Painted Lithograph "MA-KA-TAI-ME-SHE-KIA-KIAH" Circa 1836
McKenney & Hall Hand Painted Lithograph "MA-KA-TAI-ME-SHE-KIA-KIAH" Circa 1836

McKenney & Hall Hand Painted Lithograph "MA-KA-TAI-ME-SHE-KIA-KIAH" Circa 1836

By McKenney & Hall

Located in Incline Village, NV

Provenance: From my own personal collection of 19th century Native American Indian Western Americana and fine art.

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Antique 1830s American Native American Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Paper

"WAA-TOP-E-NOT" McKenney & Hall Hand Painted Lithograph Pub "Rice & Clark" C1843
"WAA-TOP-E-NOT" McKenney & Hall Hand Painted Lithograph Pub "Rice & Clark" C1843

"WAA-TOP-E-NOT" McKenney & Hall Hand Painted Lithograph Pub "Rice & Clark" C1843

By McKenney & Hall

Located in Incline Village, NV

Provenance: From my own personal collection of 19th century Native American Indian Western Americana and fine art.

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Antique 1840s American Native American Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Paper

"YOUNG MAH--HAS--KAH" McKenney & Hall Hand Painted Lithograph by Biddle C. 1837
"YOUNG MAH--HAS--KAH" McKenney & Hall Hand Painted Lithograph by Biddle C. 1837

"YOUNG MAH--HAS--KAH" McKenney & Hall Hand Painted Lithograph by Biddle C. 1837

By McKenney & Hall

Located in Incline Village, NV

Provenance: From my own personal collection of 19th century Native American Indian Western Americana and fine art.

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Antique 1830s American Native American Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Paper

KALEIDOSCOPE: Manzanita
KALEIDOSCOPE: Manzanita

KALEIDOSCOPE: Manzanita

By Danza Davis

Located in Burlingame, CA

Manzanita (genus Arctostaphylos) refers to evergreen shrubs and small trees, mostly native to western North America, especially California, known for their smooth, reddish bark, twis...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic

French Gouache Painting of Sioux Scalp Dance Ritual in South Dakota
French Gouache Painting of Sioux Scalp Dance Ritual in South Dakota

French Gouache Painting of Sioux Scalp Dance Ritual in South Dakota

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

Collector’s Appeal: An exceptional piece for those interested in Native American history, Western Americana, ethnographic studies, and early 20th-century illustrative art.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Modern Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Gouache

Miao Girl, South China Mountains, Ethnic, Oil Painting , Figurative
Miao Girl, South China Mountains, Ethnic, Oil Painting , Figurative

Miao Girl, South China Mountains, Ethnic, Oil Painting , Figurative

By William Kalwick

Located in Houston, TX

However, he is best known for his Guatemalan market scenes, Guatemalan and Chinese figurative work, Western Art , Native American Indians and portraits.

Category

2010s American Impressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

"Dr. Snapp House" Oil Painting
"Dr. Snapp House" Oil Painting

"Dr. Snapp House" Oil Painting

Located in Soquel, CA

Hamilton Collection, Museum of Native American Cultures, Western Art Association, Notre Dame Alumni Association building, Government House, Dublin, Ireland; Holt-Atherton Special Col...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Illustration Board

Franklin Valley, Great Basin Nevada – Beckwith Survey Engraving, c.1855
Franklin Valley, Great Basin Nevada – Beckwith Survey Engraving, c.1855

Franklin Valley, Great Basin Nevada – Beckwith Survey Engraving, c.1855

Located in Langweer, NL

Pacific Railroad Surveys, Beckwith Expedition, American West exploration, Western frontier, Native American hunter, Shoshone, Northern Paiute, Bannock, Western landscape engraving, 1...

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Antique Mid-19th Century American Prints

Materials

Paper

Missouri River Stone Walls, Antique Steel Engraving c.1850
Missouri River Stone Walls, Antique Steel Engraving c.1850

Missouri River Stone Walls, Antique Steel Engraving c.1850

Located in Langweer, NL

Keywords: Missouri River, Upper Missouri, Oberer Missouri, American West, Midwest USA, Montana, North Dakota, South Dakota, Nebraska, Great Plains, Yellowstone River, Missouri Territ...

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Antique Mid-19th Century German Prints

Materials

Paper

"WILD MAJESTY" PORTRAIT OF A BISON / BUFFALO
"WILD MAJESTY" PORTRAIT OF A BISON / BUFFALO

"WILD MAJESTY" PORTRAIT OF A BISON / BUFFALO

By Salazar

Located in San Antonio, TX

Now based in Texas, Salazar is currently focused on painting Western and Native American subjects. He is represented by The Charles Morin Fine Art Gallery in Fredericksburg, Texas, a...

Category

2010s Impressionist Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil

Crow Before The Eagle by Greg Singley
Crow Before The Eagle by Greg Singley

Crow Before The Eagle by Greg Singley

By Greg Singley

Located in Phoenix, AZ

Now living in Southern California, Greg continues his pursuit of the Western and native American culture. Greg's work includes Western landscapes, Western cowboy themes and American ...

Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

Painted Lodge by Greg Singley
Painted Lodge by Greg Singley

Painted Lodge by Greg Singley

By Greg Singley

Located in Phoenix, AZ

Now living in Southern California, Greg continues his pursuit of the Western and native American culture. Greg's work includes Western landscapes, Western cowboy themes and American ...

Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

Regalia Before The Consul by Greg Singley
Regalia Before The Consul by Greg Singley

Regalia Before The Consul by Greg Singley

By Greg Singley

Located in Phoenix, AZ

Now living in Southern California, Greg continues his pursuit of the Western and native American culture. Greg's work includes Western landscapes, Western cowboy themes and American ...

Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

Dragon Fly by Greg Singley
Dragon Fly by Greg Singley

Dragon Fly by Greg Singley

By Greg Singley

Located in Phoenix, AZ

Now living in Southern California, Greg continues his pursuit of the Western and native American culture. Greg's work includes Western landscapes, Western cowboy themes and American ...

Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

Vintage Huge German Folk Art Wood Sculpture Rocking Horse Erzgebirge Reiterlein
Vintage Huge German Folk Art Wood Sculpture Rocking Horse Erzgebirge Reiterlein

Vintage Huge German Folk Art Wood Sculpture Rocking Horse Erzgebirge Reiterlein

Located in Surfside, FL

"Primitive art" is another term often applied to art by those without formal training, but is historically more often applied to work from certain cultures that have been judged soci...

Category

Mid-20th Century Folk Art Mixed Media

Materials

Wood, Paint

Wide Open by Greg Singley
Wide Open by Greg Singley

Wide Open by Greg Singley

By Greg Singley

Located in Phoenix, AZ

In 1978 Singley moved to Phoenix Arizona to pursue his passion for western art and illustration. He worked for several years as an art director for Phoenix Public News and as a fre...

Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Prints

Materials

Archival Pigment

Misfit by Greg Singley
Misfit by Greg Singley

Misfit by Greg Singley

By Greg Singley

Located in Phoenix, AZ

In 1978 Singley moved to Phoenix Arizona to pursue his passion for western art and illustration. He worked for several years as an art director for Phoenix Public News and as a fre...

Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Prints

Materials

Archival Pigment

Bronze Sculpture Austrian Carl Kauba Rodeo Cowboy Marble, circa 1900
Bronze Sculpture Austrian Carl Kauba Rodeo Cowboy Marble, circa 1900

Bronze Sculpture Austrian Carl Kauba Rodeo Cowboy Marble, circa 1900

By Carl Kauba

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

Collectors now rank him in a class with Remington and Russell as one of the great portrayers of American Western. His subjects were typically Native American Indians, Cavalrymen, Cow...

Category

Early 20th Century Austrian Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Marble, Bronze

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    In the Native American language of Powhatan spoken by the Algonquian indigenous people, moccasin refers to a hand-sewn suede bootie. Today, people may call any shoes that feature stitched round toes by the name. Shop a variety of moccasins on 1stDibs.
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    What Native Americans used to produce baskets varied from tribe to tribe. Generally, craftsmen used whatever materials were readily available. In the Northeast, sweet grass was a common material, while pine needles and wicker are frequently found in baskets produced by tribes in the Southeast. Find a range of vintage and antique baskets on 1stDibs.
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    What Native American drums are called varies by type. Ones designed to rest in the player's lap are hand drums, while instruments that hold water used primarily by the Iroquois and Yaqui are water drums. Large freestanding drums that produce loud percussive sounds are powwow drums. The Aztec and Hopi used foot drums. You'll find a range of Native American drums on 1stDibs.
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    Native American slippers are called moccasins. Moccasins are characterized by their U-shaped puckered toe design and are crafted with various leathers such as sheepskin or buffalo. They may or may not be decorated with beading. Shop a collection of authentic moccasins from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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    It depends on which region the beads were made since they were created out of available materials found in the land around them. In the Eastern Woodlands, white and purple marine shell beads were called “wampum”. You can shop a collection of Native American beadwork from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
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    What a Native American headdress represents depends on what tribe produced it. In general, headdresses may symbolize a person's status within the tribe or serve as a sign of bravery during battle. You'll find a selection of Native American headdresses on 1stDibs.
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    To identify Native American baskets, you can research the patterns using authoritative online resources to try and determine which tribe produced it. However, many replicas exist and there are many tribes that produced baskets. As a result, it is a good idea to consult a licensed appraiser. On 1stDibs, find a variety of expertly vetted Native American baskets.
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    To identify Native American beadwork, first consider the materials. Indigenous American artisans often produce beads out of glass and natural materials, such as shells, bone and wood, and use metal and plastic in their pieces less frequently. Older pieces will usually be held together by sinew, while newer examples will typically feature thread. Regardless of age, Native American beadwork will typically be expertly crafted, so pieces usually have tight, even stitching with no visible gaps. Familiarizing yourself with stitching techniques used by various tribes can also be helpful. You can find images of authentic beadwork on trusted online resources to refer to as you complete the identification process. Alternatively, you can have a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer evaluate your piece. On 1stDibs, shop a wide variety of textiles and garments that feature Native American beadwork.
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    What rattles symbolize in Native American culture varies from tribe to tribe. Some indigenous people believe they serve as connections between the natural and spiritual worlds. Others believe they represent the ties between animals, plants and minerals. In addition, rattles sometimes symbolize independence. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Native American rattles.
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    Yes, some Native American jewelry is worth something. As with other types of jewelry, many pieces are made of fine materials, such as sterling silver, turquoise, jasper and lapis lazuli. Jewelry produced by Native American artists may also have value based on its age, style, type and other factors. Find a large selection of Native American jewelry on 1stDibs.
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    A number of Native American tribes are known for pottery, including the Cheyenne, Cherokees, Hopi, Iroquois, Navajo Pueblo and Shoshone. Artisans from each indigenous group have their own style. For example, Hopi pottery is often a red-brown color and decorated with black designs, while Navajo pottery is deeper brown and usually has a high-gloss finish. Find a selection of Native American pottery on 1stDibs.
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