What is a Native American artifact?

A Native American artifact is any object that provides insight into the lives and history of native people in America. These items range from carved stone pipes, weapons for hunting, tools for cooking, pottery, jewelry and more. Find a collection of artifacts on 1stDibs today.

How do I identify Native American beadwork?

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.

How do I identify Native American baskets?

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.

What are Native American drums called?

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.

What are Native American slippers called?

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.

What are Native American beads called?

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.

What are Native American blankets called?

The most well-known Native American blankets come from Navajo weaving, which are prized by collectors worldwide. Originally utilitarian, the Navajo people began creating blankets specifically for export and tourism in the 19th century. Shop a collection of Navajo blankets from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

What does the Native American headdress symbolize?

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.

What does moccasins mean in Native American?

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.

What are Native American dolls called?

There are a wide array of different dolls made by the various tribes of Native American peoples. Some of the most well-known are the kachinas made by the Navajo, Hopi and Pueblo peoples. Shop an array of Native American dolls on 1stDibs.

What did Native Americans use for baskets?

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.

How can I tell if Native American jewelry is real?

To tell if Native American jewelry is real, have it evaluated by a licensed and experienced appraiser. Because every tribe has its own designs and identifying characteristics, it is usually not possible to determine authenticity using only online resources. Find a collection of expertly vetted Native American jewelry on 1stDibs.

Which Native American tribe is known for pottery?

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.

What do rattles symbolize in Native American culture?

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.

Is Native American jewelry worth anything?

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.

What are the two different types of Native American beadwork?

The two types of Native American beadwork are called the “lazy stitch” or “lane stitch” and the “tack stitch” or “flat stitch”. You can shop a collection of Native American beadwork from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.

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American Western Art

Leonard Baskin Signed Prints

Pueblo Art

Holocaust Memorial

Oil Painting American Indian

20th Century Western Paintings

Bill Richardson

Arizona Painting

Tony AbeytaTony Abeyta Acrylic Painting On Canvas Large Signed Kachina Native American Art

Unavailable|~~$5,895~~

Tony Abeyta Acrylic Painting On Canvas Large Signed Kachina Native American Art

By Tony Abeyta

Located in Bloomington, MN

You do not want to miss this authentic item from the master of Modern Native American Art, Tony Abeyta. Tony Abeyta (1965 - ): An American born artist who studied who studied at...

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Late 20th Century Expressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic

Cyrus AfsaryCyrus Afsary Original Oil Painting On Board Native American Portrait Signed Art

Unavailable|~~$2,995~~

Cyrus Afsary Original Oil Painting On Board Native American Portrait Signed Art

By Cyrus Afsary

Located in Bloomington, MN

The artwork here, "Original Americans", is an captivating depiction of the an eagle perched on a handsome Native American, that is saturated with acute detail and brilliant color.

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20th Century Realist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil, Board

R.C. Gorman R.C. GORMAN Large Color Lithograph Women From Salt River Native American Artwork, 1991

Unavailable|~~$2,695~~

R.C. GORMAN Large Color Lithograph Women From Salt River Native American Artwork

By R.C. Gorman

Located in Bloomington, MN

Gorman had the most commercially successful career of any Native American artist in history. While there are have been a number of skilled Native American artists throughout history,...

Category

20th Century Surrealist Figurative Prints

Materials

Lithograph

R.C. Gorman R C Gorman Lithograph Original SIGNED Rare Young NATIVE AMERICAN Women Art R.C.

Unavailable|~~$2,295~~

R C Gorman Lithograph Original SIGNED Rare Young NATIVE AMERICAN Women Art R.C.

By R.C. Gorman

Located in Bloomington, MN

Gorman titled, "Young Navajo Woman" from his tribute to Native American women and the effects of enduring labor.

Category

Late 20th Century Surrealist Portrait Prints

Materials

Lithograph

Joseff of Hollywood 1950s Russian Gold Plate Native American Vintage Earrings

Unavailable|~~$340~~

Joseff of Hollywood 1950s Russian Gold Plate Native American Vintage Earrings

By Joseff of Hollywood

Located in Wigan, GB

They feature a magnificient design detailed with a Native American Chief framed by a horseshoe, suspended from which is a leaf shaped motif.

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Vintage 1950s American Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Base Metal

FANTASTIC COLLECTION 19THC AMERICAN INDIAN ARROWHEADS IN FRAME

Sold|~~$1,650~~

FANTASTIC COLLECTION 19THC AMERICAN INDIAN ARROWHEADS IN FRAME

Located in Los Angeles, CA

COLLECTION OF AMERICAN INDIAN HAND MADE 19THC ARROWHEADS. THIS WONDERFUL GROUP ARE ALL IN A FRAME AND SOLD AS ONE. FROM A PRIVATE COLLECTION IN THE MID WEST.

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Antique 19th Century Native American Objects

Indian Tribe Headdress under Frame

Sold|~~$62,873~~

Indian Tribe Headdress under Frame

Located in Paris, FR

Indian Tribe Headdress under Frame made with blue Macaw feathers, green parrot feather and other south american bird feathers. Delivered with cites. “Moult Feather Headdress” origi...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Native American Objects

Materials

Wood, Feathers

Fantastic 19thc Original Painted Indian On Paper Original Frame

Sold|~~$1,350~~

Fantastic 19thc Original Painted Indian On Paper Original Frame

Located in Los Angeles, CA

19THC ORIGINAL PAINTED INDIAN ON PAPER.THIS FOLKY AND VERY WELL DONE PAINTING .IT IS IN THE ORIGINAL BLACK PAINTED FRAME WITH THE ORIGINAL 19THC GLASS.THE CONDITION IS VERY GOOD.

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Antique 19th Century American Native American Objects

Native American Alvin Monte Sterling Silver White Turquoise Cuff Bracelet #18188

Sold|~~$259~~

Native American Alvin Monte Sterling Silver White Turquoise Cuff Bracelet #18188

Located in Washington Depot, CT

Sterling silver white turquoise wide cuff bracelet by Native American artisan Alvin Monte. This large and substantial piece features a bezel set oval white with brown vein turquoise...

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20th Century Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Framed Collection of Thirteen Native American Arrowheads

Sold|~~$2,800~~

Framed Collection of Thirteen Native American Arrowheads

Located in Chicago, IL

This captivating set of thirteen Native American arrowheads tells a story of history and craftsmanship, each piece meticulously flaked and shaped by hand.

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier American Native American Shadow Boxes

Materials

Stone

Framed Collection of Thirty-Three Native American Arrowheads

Sold|~~$2,800~~

Framed Collection of Thirty-Three Native American Arrowheads

Located in Chicago, IL

Framed in a 19th-century frame with a gold fillet, these artifacts showcase the craftsmanship and hunting skills of the Native American tribes that once roamed these lands.

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier American Native American Shadow Boxes

Materials

Stone

Framed Collection of Twenty-Eight Native American Arrowheads

Sold|~~$3,200~~

Framed Collection of Twenty-Eight Native American Arrowheads

Located in Chicago, IL

The collection is housed in an elegant 19th-century American gilt frame, whose warm, golden tones complement the earthy hues of the arrowheads.

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier American Native American Shadow Boxes

Materials

Stone

Dolona RobertsThree Native Americans 1980, 1980

Sold|~~$900~~

Three Native Americans 1980

Located in Pasadena, CA

Serigraph was printed by Angus Davis Studio in Santa Fe NM .Dolona Roberts is known for Native American figure, landscape. Born in 1936 in Santa Fe, New Mexico, Roberts has had a l...

Category

1980s Contemporary Figurative Prints

Materials

Lithograph

Dolona RobertsThree Native Americans 1980, 1980

Sold|~~$900~~

Three Native Americans 1980

Located in Pasadena, CA

Serigraph was printed by Angus Davis Studio in Santa Fe NM .Dolona Roberts is known for Native American figure, landscape. Born in 1936 in Santa Fe, New Mexico, Roberts has had a l...

Category

1980s Contemporary Figurative Prints

Materials

Lithograph

Framed Early 20th Century Oil - Child in Native American Costume, 20th Century

Sold|~~$730~~

Framed Early 20th Century Oil - Child in Native American Costume

Located in Corsham, GB

A captivating oil portrait of a young boy in native american costume, sitting crossed legged by a wigwam.

Category

20th Century Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

Dorothy May Strait Colorful Native American Oil Painting

Sold|~~$2,750~~

Dorothy May Strait Colorful Native American Oil Painting

Located in Chicago, IL

Strait is a listed Native American painter. Framed measurement is 42" W x 32" H x 1.5" D.

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Vintage 1960s American Native American Paintings

Materials

Wood, Canvas

Unsigned Navajo gouache on paper of a hunter with birds, c. 1940

Sold|~~$380~~

Unsigned Navajo gouache on paper of a hunter with birds, c. 1940

By Harrison Begay

Located in Kenilworth, IL

Native American, Navajo, circa 1940.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Paintings

Materials

Paper

Pair of Native American Etchings by Frederick Monhoff

Sold|~~$1,000~~

Pair of Native American Etchings by Frederick Monhoff

By Frederick Monhoff

Located in Rio Vista, CA

Exquisite pair of framed etchings featuring Native American life in New Mexico by Frederick Monhoff (American 1897-1975).

Category

20th Century American Native American Prints

Materials

Plexiglass, Wood, Giltwood, Paper

Contemporary Framed Original Painting Signed Ray Swanson Native American

Sold|~~$6,000~~

Contemporary Framed Original Painting Signed Ray Swanson Native American

Located in Keego Harbor, MI

For your consideration is an original, framed painting, "An Afternoon of Herding," signed by Ray Swanson. In excellent condition. The dimensions of the frame are 22" W x 16" H and th...

Category

Late 20th Century American Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Paint

Roy Andersen"Warrior" NATIVE AMERICAN INDIAN AWESOME

Sold|~~$1,975~~

"Warrior" NATIVE AMERICAN INDIAN AWESOME

By Roy Andersen

Located in San Antonio, TX

Resources include 2002 Cowboy Artists of America Exhibition catalogue

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21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Watercolor

Paul Pletka Native American Portrait II Signed Lith 49/150 Framed American SW

Sold|~~$1,100~~

Paul Pletka Native American Portrait II Signed Lith 49/150 Framed American SW

Located in Keego Harbor, MI

A powerful lithograph on paper depicting a portrait of a Native American wearing traditional adornment by American Southwest artist Paul Pletka.

Category

20th Century American Prints

Materials

Paper

Paul Pletka Native American Portrait III Signed Litho 49/150 Framed American SW

Sold|~~$1,100~~

Paul Pletka Native American Portrait III Signed Litho 49/150 Framed American SW

Located in Keego Harbor, MI

A compelling lithograph on paper depicting a portrait of a Native American who appears to be an elder by American Southwest artist Paul Pletka.

Category

20th Century American Prints

Materials

Paper

Paul Pletka Native American Portrait IV Signed Litho 49/150 Framed American SW

Sold|~~$1,100~~

Paul Pletka Native American Portrait IV Signed Litho 49/150 Framed American SW

Located in Keego Harbor, MI

A moving lithograph on paper depicting a portrait of a Native American in traditional dress by American Southwest artist Paul Pletka.

Category

20th Century American Prints

Materials

Paper

Paul Pletka Native American Portrait V Signed Litho 49/150 Framed American SW

Sold|~~$1,100~~

Paul Pletka Native American Portrait V Signed Litho 49/150 Framed American SW

Located in Keego Harbor, MI

A realistic lithograph on paper depicting a portrait of a Native American sitting in a traditional dress by American Southwest artist Paul Pletka.

Category

20th Century American Prints

Materials

Paper

Paul Pletka Native American Portrait I Signed Litho 49/150 Framed American SW

Sold|~~$1,100~~

Paul Pletka Native American Portrait I Signed Litho 49/150 Framed American SW

Located in Keego Harbor, MI

An introspective lithograph on paper depicting a portrait of a Native American in an elaborate headdress identifying the figure as a leader or a chief by American Southwest artist Pa...

Category

20th Century American Prints

Materials

Paper

Contemporary Framed Painting Signed Ray Swanson Spring Showers Native American

Sold|~~$5,000~~

Contemporary Framed Painting Signed Ray Swanson Spring Showers Native American

Located in Keego Harbor, MI

For your consideration is an original, framed painting, "Spring Showers," signed by Ray Swanson. In excellent condition. The dimensions of the frame are 19.5" W x 32" H and the dimen...

Category

Late 20th Century American Paintings

Materials

Canvas

f. DickonsF. Dickons - Signed & Framed Mid 20th Century Oil, Native American Warriors, Unknown

Sold|~~$476~~

F. Dickons - Signed & Framed Mid 20th Century Oil, Native American Warriors

Located in Corsham, GB

The sun sets over the luscious American terrain as Native American warriors gather around a lake The artwork is signed in the bottom right-hand corner and well presented in a molded...

Category

20th Century Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Joe Raider Roberts"INDIAN ON HORSE" NATIVE AMERICAN WESTERN, 1968

Sold|~~$900~~

"INDIAN ON HORSE" NATIVE AMERICAN WESTERN

Located in San Antonio, TX

Joe Rader Roberts (1925 - 1982) Lockhart/Houston Artist Image Size: 11 x 8 Frame Size: 15.5 x 12.5 Medium: Ink Dated 1968 "Indian on Horse" Joe Rader Roberts (1925-1982) Born in Loc...

Category

1960s Impressionist Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Ink

Joe Raider Roberts"INDIAN PORTRAIT" NATIVE AMERICAN "Wind Talker", 20th Century

Sold|~~$960~~

"INDIAN PORTRAIT" NATIVE AMERICAN "Wind Talker"

Located in San Antonio, TX

Joe Rader Roberts (1925 - 1982) Lockhart/Houston Artist Image Size: 11 x 9 Frame Size: 19 x 17 Medium: Colored Pencil Sketch "Wind Talker" Joe Rader Roberts (1925-1982) Born in Lock...

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20th Century Impressionist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Color Pencil

Charles PfisterNaturalistic Aged Native American Profile Portrait Painting, 20th Century

Sold|~~$795~~

Naturalistic Aged Native American Profile Portrait Painting

Located in Houston, TX

The work features an aged depiction of a Native American in traditional dress set against a dark purple background.

Category

20th Century Realist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

De la Vega RobertaNative American Children, Oil on Canvas Signed, 1981

Sold|~~$800~~

Native American Children, Oil on Canvas Signed

Located in Pasadena, CA

Roberta De La Vega is known for Native American figure, florals. Roberta De La Vega has been painting since her early childhood in West Texas.

Category

1980s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

Don Crowley"THE SEAMSTRESS" NATIVE AMERICAN GIRL COWBOY ARTISTS OF AMERICA. INDIAN, Circa 2000

Sold|~~$12,000~~

"THE SEAMSTRESS" NATIVE AMERICAN GIRL COWBOY ARTISTS OF AMERICA. INDIAN

Located in San Antonio, TX

Don Crowley (1926-2019) Arizona / California Western Artist Image Size: 20 x 24 Frame Size: 33 x 37 Medium: Oil "The Seamstress" Indian Weaver Native American Biography Don Crowley (...

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Early 2000s Realist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

John MoyersThe Rainy Season, Southwestern Landscape, Native American Figures on Horseback, 2007

Sold|~~$14,950~~

The Rainy Season, Southwestern Landscape, Native American Figures on Horseback

By John Moyers

Located in Denver, CO

The Rainy Season, original signed oil painting by western artist, John Moyers, with three Native Americans on horseback in a southwestern desert landscape with blue sky and storm clo...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Hopi Maiden by Norma Andraud Contemporary Native American Art Natural Wood Frame

Sold|~~$780~~

Hopi Maiden by Norma Andraud Contemporary Native American Art Natural Wood Frame

Located in Miami, FL

Presented in an organic natural wood frame. This artwork of a Native American woman is beautiful, very decorative and will enhance any contemporary, rustic or modern setting.

Category

20th Century American Decorative Art

Materials

Wood, Paper

Benjamin A. GiffordAntique Oregon's "Indian Madonna & Child" Native American Silver Gelatin Photo, 1901

Sold|~~$2,395~~

Antique Oregon's "Indian Madonna & Child" Native American Silver Gelatin Photo

Located in Portland, OR

An important original Pacific Northwest Native American photograph, by Benjamin Gifford (1859-1936), titled "Indian Madonna & Child", produced in the Dalles Oregon, 1901.

Category

Early 1900s American Realist Figurative Photography

Materials

Silver Gelatin

Ed Salazar"THE PRIDE OF THE NEZ PERCE" NATIVE AMERICAN INDIAN BRAVE. 58 X 46 FRAME SIZE, New

Sold|~~$19,675~~

"THE PRIDE OF THE NEZ PERCE" NATIVE AMERICAN INDIAN BRAVE. 58 X 46 FRAME SIZE

Located in San Antonio, TX

Salazar Texas Artist Image Size: 48 x 36 Frame Size: 58 x 46 Medium: Oil on Canvas Signed Lower Right "The Pride of the Nez Perce" Native American Indian Please ask us about shipping...

Category

2010s Realist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

Red RobinRed Robin 'Taos Village' Native American Landscape Watercolor Painting

Sold|~~$1,500~~

Red Robin 'Taos Village' Native American Landscape Watercolor Painting

Located in San Rafael, CA

Red Robin (American, 1912-1991) Taos Village, circa 1950's Watercolor on paper Signed in watercolor and in pencil lower left Sight: 8.5"h x 11"w, In a black and gilt frame with linen...

Category

Mid-20th Century Contemporary Landscape Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Watercolor

Carol GriggNative American Watercolor Lithograph by Carole Greg, Limited Edition, Signed, 1970's

Sold|~~$675~~

Native American Watercolor Lithograph by Carole Greg, Limited Edition, Signed

Located in Plainview, NY

A limited edition water color lithograph featuring a Native American riding a horse by the Carole Grigg ( American, 19430) .

Category

Late 20th Century Modern Animal Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Watercolor, Lithograph

Ray Swanson"GOING HOME" Native American Indian Western Covered Wagon Horses & More, 1974

Sold|~~$14,500~~

"GOING HOME" Native American Indian Western Covered Wagon Horses & More

By Ray Swanson

Located in San Antonio, TX

Ray Swanson (1937-2004) Arizona Artist Image Size: 20 x 30 Frame Size: 32 x 41 Medium: Oil Dated 1974 "Going Home" Biography Ray Swanson (1937-2004) A member of the Cowboy Artists of...

Category

1970s Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Ed Salazar"QUANAH PARKER" NATIVE AMERICAN, INDIAN PORTRAIT BIG VERTICLE BEAUTIFUL COMANCHE, New

Sold|~~$6,500~~

"QUANAH PARKER" NATIVE AMERICAN, INDIAN PORTRAIT BIG VERTICLE BEAUTIFUL COMANCHE

Located in San Antonio, TX

E. Salazar Texas Artist Image Size: 40 x 30 Frame Size: 47 x 37 Medium: Oil on Canvas "Quanah Parker"

Category

2010s Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

Salazar"EMBRACE" INDIAN, NATIVE AMERICAN BRAVE CHEEK TO CHEEK WITH HIS HORSE, 2026

Sold|~~$6,400~~

"EMBRACE" INDIAN, NATIVE AMERICAN BRAVE CHEEK TO CHEEK WITH HIS HORSE

Located in San Antonio, TX

Salazar Texas Artist Image Size: 24x 20 Frame Size: 32 x 28 Medium: Oil on Canvas "Embrace" Indian Horse Native American

Category

2010s Impressionist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

Naturalistic Neutral Toned Portrait Bust of a Native American Male Figure, 20th Century

Sold|~~$400~~

Naturalistic Neutral Toned Portrait Bust of a Native American Male Figure

Located in Houston, TX

Naturalistic portrait of a Native American male figure by an unknown artist.

Category

20th Century Realist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

William ZivicWilliam Zivic Native American Indian on Horseback Original Watercolor c.1985, 1985

Sold|~~$750~~

William Zivic Native American Indian on Horseback Original Watercolor c.1985

Located in San Francisco, CA

William Zivic Native American Indian on Horseback Original Watercolor c.1985 Watercolor with Pen and Ink on Paper Dimensions 4.5" wide x7.25" high The frame measures 12.5" wide x ...

Category

Late 20th Century Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Ink, Watercolor

Ikce Wicasa Ecetkiya Wawowa"Two Arapahos Chased by Soldiers" Native American Theme Ledger Tapestry Painting, Late 20th Century

Sold|~~$750~~

"Two Arapahos Chased by Soldiers" Native American Theme Ledger Tapestry Painting

Located in Houston, TX

Native American themed painting titled "Two Araphos Chased by Soldiers" by English artist Peter Bowles, later known as Ikce Wicasa Ecetkiya Wawowa.

Category

Late 20th Century Folk Art Animal Paintings

Materials

Ink, Watercolor, Muslin

Charles Craig"Native American on Horseback" and "Cowboy on Horseback" by Charles Craig, circa 1880s

Sold|~~$64,800~~

"Native American on Horseback" and "Cowboy on Horseback" by Charles Craig

Located in Milwaukee, WI

They are to be sold together. "Native American on Horseback" is signed lower right and has the following dimensions: 14 1/4" x 17 1/4" art 18 1/2" x 21 3/4" frame "Cowboy on Horse...

Category

1880s Other Art Style Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Donald Yena"THE LAST WATER" NATIVE AMERICAN INDIAN COVERING HIS TRACKS BY THE WATER HOLE, Dated 1971

Sold|~~$2,875~~

"THE LAST WATER" NATIVE AMERICAN INDIAN COVERING HIS TRACKS BY THE WATER HOLE

By Donald Yena

Located in San Antonio, TX

Donald Yena (1933- ) San Antonio Artist Image Size: 16 x 20 Frame Size: 25.5 x 29.5 Medium: Oil 1971 "The Last Water" Biography Donald Yena (1933- ) San Antonio Artist Donald M. Yena...

Category

1970s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

George Morrison"18 Cornelia Street" George Morrison, Ojibwe Native Artist, Modernist Work, 1944

Sold|~~$12,000~~

"18 Cornelia Street" George Morrison, Ojibwe Native Artist, Modernist Work

By George Morrison

Located in New York, NY

George Morrison 18 Cornelia Street, 1944 Signed and dated "May 1944" lower left Ink on paper 8 1/4 x 5 1/4 inches Provenance The artist Carl Ashby Estate of the above Private Collec...

Category

1940s American Modern Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Paper, Ink

Framed Collection of Forty-One Arrowheads

Sold|~~$2,400~~

Framed Collection of Forty-One Arrowheads

Located in Chicago, IL

A captivating set of forty-one arrowheads found in Wisconsin's Waukesha County, mounted and framed in a 19th century shadowbox. These arrowheads, crafted by the skilled hands of Nati...

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier American Native American Wall-mounted S...

Materials

Stone

R. C. Gorman "Striped Blanket" Framed Print, 1985

Sold|~~$395~~

R. C. Gorman "Striped Blanket" Framed Print, 1985

By R.C. Gorman

Located in South Bend, IN

A beautiful framed print of a Native American woman, with fluid forms and vibrant colors titled "Striped Blanket."

Category

Vintage 1980s American Native American Prints

Materials

Paper

Framed 20th Century William S. Soule Photographs

Sold|~~$3,500 / set~~

Framed 20th Century William S. Soule Photographs

Located in Chicago, IL

Through his photographs, Soule sought to capture the dignity, strength, and resilience of indigenous communities in the face of encroaching settlement and cultural assimilation. Exp...

Category

20th Century American Native American Photography

Materials

Paper

Maria PennMaria Penn (1936-) AMERICAN original 60's vintage CUBIST Oil Painting PORTRAIT, 1969

Sold|~~$626~~

Maria Penn (1936-) AMERICAN original 60's vintage CUBIST Oil Painting PORTRAIT

Located in Cirencester, GB

ARTIST: Maria Penn (1936-) American TITLE: 'Two Cubist Figures" SIGNED: lower right MEDIUM: oil on board SIZE: 72cm x 42cm inc frame CONDITION: excellent DETAIL: A Native Americ...

Category

Mid-20th Century Cubist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

Jill Garber Art Nouveau Lion with Lioness and Black Onyx Sterling Cuff Bracelet

Sold|~~$4,250~~

Jill Garber Art Nouveau Lion with Lioness and Black Onyx Sterling Cuff Bracelet

By Jill Garber

Located in Saginaw, MI

On either side are 18 x 13 mm black onyx cabochons framed in beading. Traditional Native American stamping has been used to create the lace like elements traditionally found in an ei...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Onyx, Vermeil, Sterling Silver

Reginald K. Gee"The File, " Acrylic on Parchment Paper signed by Reginald K. Gee, 1999

Sold|~~$4,400~~

"The File, " Acrylic on Parchment Paper signed by Reginald K. Gee

By Reginald K. Gee

Located in Milwaukee, WI

It depicts a green-faced office worker looking in a file cabinet. 33" x 28" art 41" x 36" frame Contemporary African American and Native American Hertiage Artist, Reginald K Gee, ...

Category

1990s Contemporary Interior Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Parchment Paper, Acrylic

Reginald K. Gee"Boy During Thunderstorm, " Acrylic on Parchment Paper signed by Reginald K. Gee, 1999

Sold|~~$4,400~~

"Boy During Thunderstorm, " Acrylic on Parchment Paper signed by Reginald K. Gee

By Reginald K. Gee

Located in Milwaukee, WI

It depicts an abstracted figure holding a cup, playing blow-darts, and listening to the radio. 33" x 28" art 41" x 35 3/4" frame Contemporary African American and Native American ...

Category

1990s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Parchment Paper, Acrylic

Reginald K. Gee"World's First Billion Dollar Vase" Acrylic on Parchment Paper by Reginald K Gee, 1999

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"World's First Billion Dollar Vase" Acrylic on Parchment Paper by Reginald K Gee

By Reginald K. Gee

Located in Milwaukee, WI

It features a man with a news camera looking at a green vase. 33" x 28" art 41" x 36" frame Contemporary African American and Native American Hertiage Artist, Reginald K Gee, is kn...

Category

1990s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Parchment Paper, Acrylic

Reginald K. Gee"Red Room Sipper, " Oil Pastel on Grocery Bag signed by Reginald K. Gee, 1999

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"Red Room Sipper, " Oil Pastel on Grocery Bag signed by Reginald K. Gee

By Reginald K. Gee

Located in Milwaukee, WI

It features an abstracted man on a red background. 13 1/2" x 12" art 22" x 19 3/4" frame Contemporary African American and Native American Hertiage Artist, Reginald K Gee, is know...

Category

1990s Contemporary Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Oil Pastel, Found Objects

Reginald K. Gee"Ginger Between Takes, " Acrylic on Parchment Paper signed by Reginald K. Gee, 1999

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"Ginger Between Takes, " Acrylic on Parchment Paper signed by Reginald K. Gee

By Reginald K. Gee

Located in Milwaukee, WI

It depicts a man with a musical instrument sitting at a table. 33" x 28" art 42 3/4" x 37 3/4" frame Contemporary African American and Native American Hertiage Artist, Reginald K ...

Category

1990s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Parchment Paper, Acrylic

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What is a Native American artifact?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
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1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Which Native American tribe is known for pottery?
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1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 30, 2024
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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