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Scaring Mother
Scaring Mother

Scaring Mother

By Walter Beach Humphrey

Located in Fort Washington, PA

Based on a mythological Indian theme, it aroused the ire of the Native American students who were first admitted in 1970 and saw no humor in Humphrey's interpretation of the college ...

Category

1920s Other Art Style Native American Antique

Materials

Canvas, Oil

The Road to Nowhere
The Road to Nowhere

The Road to Nowhere

By Walter Beach Humphrey

Located in Fort Washington, PA

Based on a mythological Indian theme, it aroused the ire of the Native American students who were first admitted in 1970 and saw no humor in Humphrey's interpretation of the college ...

Category

1920s Other Art Style Native American Antique

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Woman in Equestrian Clothing
Woman in Equestrian Clothing

Woman in Equestrian Clothing

By Walter Beach Humphrey

Located in Fort Washington, PA

Based on a mythological Indian theme, it aroused the ire of the Native American students who were first admitted in 1970 and saw no humor in Humphrey's interpretation of the college ...

Category

1920s Other Art Style Native American Antique

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Maiden Rock Mississippi River, Antique Steel Engraving c.1850
Maiden Rock Mississippi River, Antique Steel Engraving c.1850

Maiden Rock Mississippi River, Antique Steel Engraving c.1850

Located in Langweer, NL

Keywords: Mississippi River, Maiden Rock, Wisconsin, Upper Mississippi, American Midwest, river landscape, limestone cliffs, Wisconsin bluffs, Lake Pepin, Minnesota border, frontier ...

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Mid-19th Century German Native American Antique

Materials

Paper

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

In the foreground, a Native American hunter is depicted reclining on a rocky outcrop with bow in hand, accompanied by a resting dog.

Category

Mid-19th Century American Native American Antique

Materials

Paper

Pair of French Silvered Bronze Busts of the Indian Warrior and His Maiden
Pair of French Silvered Bronze Busts of the Indian Warrior and His Maiden

Pair of French Silvered Bronze Busts of the Indian Warrior and His Maiden

Located in New York, NY

A striking and high quality pair of late silvered bronze busts of a Native American warrior and his maiden. Each bust is masterfully sculpted in silvered bronze, capturing a romantic...

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Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Native American Antique

Materials

Bronze

History of the Discovery of America by Henry Trumbull, 1832
History of the Discovery of America by Henry Trumbull, 1832

History of the Discovery of America by Henry Trumbull, 1832

Located in Colorado Springs, CO

It includes accounts of notable engagements, culminating in the "final subjugation of the natives in 1679." The book also covers important engagements with Native Americans further w...

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1830s American Early Victorian Native American Antique

Materials

Leather, Fabric, Paper

Washington Map 1888 – Antique Railroads, Indian Reservations & Counties
Washington Map 1888 – Antique Railroads, Indian Reservations & Counties

Washington Map 1888 – Antique Railroads, Indian Reservations & Counties

Located in Langweer, NL

Equally notable are the Native American reservations prominently marked, including the Yakima Indian Reservation, Colville Indian Reservation, and smaller tribal lands, which reflect...

Category

Late 19th Century American Native American Antique

Materials

Paper

New England Landscape, Cubist Oil on Canvas, Early 20th Century
New England Landscape, Cubist Oil on Canvas, Early 20th Century

New England Landscape, Cubist Oil on Canvas, Early 20th Century

By Jan Matulka

Located in New York, NY

New England Landscape, 1925, by Jan Matulka (1890-1972) Oil on canvas, mounted to masonite 29 ¼ x 21 ¾ inches unframed (74.295 x 55.245 cm) 30 x 35 inches framed (76.2 x 88.9 cm) Es...

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Early 20th Century Cubist Native American Antique

Materials

Acrylic

Antique Enamel and 15 Carat Yellow Gold Indian Chief Tie Pin
Antique Enamel and 15 Carat Yellow Gold Indian Chief Tie Pin

Antique Enamel and 15 Carat Yellow Gold Indian Chief Tie Pin

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

The brooch has been modelled in the form of a Native American chief's face and headdress. The details of the face and headdress are represented by impressive hand painted hot enamel...

Category

1880s Unknown Native American Antique

Materials

Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

History of the Indian Tribes of North America – Th. McKenney & J. Hall
History of the Indian Tribes of North America – Th. McKenney & J. Hall

History of the Indian Tribes of North America – Th. McKenney & J. Hall

Located in Middletown, NY

Thus the superb color versions in this work constitute the only existing likenesses of some of the most significant 19th-Century Native American leaders. Condition: Very good.

Category

Mid-19th Century American Native American Antique

Materials

Leather, Paint, Paper

C.1924 "Mameia and Spopeia" Indian Children Promo Litho by W. Reiss (1886-1953)
C.1924 "Mameia and Spopeia" Indian Children Promo Litho by W. Reiss (1886-1953)

C.1924 "Mameia and Spopeia" Indian Children Promo Litho by W. Reiss (1886-1953)

By Great Northern Railroad

Located in Incline Village, NV

They are all from my own personal 40 plus year collection of Native American and Western United States memorabilia.

Category

1920s American Native American Native American Antique

Materials

Paper

"Love Song" Gold Tone by Carl Moon
"Love Song" Gold Tone by Carl Moon

"Love Song" Gold Tone by Carl Moon

By Carl Moon

Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID

Published in "In Search of the Wild Indian" by Tom Driebe (Original frame), page 83. Photo portrays a Native American man playing the flute. It is encased in an ornate gold frame wit...

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Early 20th Century American Native American Antique

Materials

Glass, Wood, Paper

Chief Mountain Horse Original Painting by Two Gun
Chief Mountain Horse Original Painting by Two Gun

Chief Mountain Horse Original Painting by Two Gun

Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID

Original oil on board 12" x 16 " Native American portrait with abstract background.

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Early 20th Century American Native American Native American Antique

Materials

Canvas, Paint

A metamorphic figure of a 'Nuremberg Iron Maiden'
A metamorphic figure of a 'Nuremberg Iron Maiden'

A metamorphic figure of a 'Nuremberg Iron Maiden'

By Carl Kauba

Located in London, England

Inspired by the books he read as a child, his subjects are typically of Native American descent, cavalry, and cowboys. Kauba also worked under the pseudonyms T.Curts and Karl Thenn, ...

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Late 19th Century Art Nouveau Native American Antique

Materials

Bronze

A Finely Cast Copper Alloy Figure of Buddha Amitabha, 20th C. or Earlier
A Finely Cast Copper Alloy Figure of Buddha Amitabha, 20th C. or Earlier

A Finely Cast Copper Alloy Figure of Buddha Amitabha, 20th C. or Earlier

Located in Ottawa, Ontario

The ancient symbol of a swastika shown over Buddha’s heart is interpreted in Sanskrit writings as being symbolic of ‘Being with Higher Self’ and is in fact an auspicious symbol found...

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Early 20th Century Other Native American Antique

Materials

Bronze

Dakota Territory Railroad Map 1888 – Rand McNally Antique Lithograph
Dakota Territory Railroad Map 1888 – Rand McNally Antique Lithograph

Dakota Territory Railroad Map 1888 – Rand McNally Antique Lithograph

Located in Langweer, NL

Equally significant are the numerous Native American reservations and agencies that dominate the western and central parts of the territory.

Category

Late 19th Century American Native American Antique

Materials

Paper

Huge 1920's British Portrait of Young Girl in Interior Signed & Dated Oil Paint
Huge 1920's British Portrait of Young Girl in Interior Signed & Dated Oil Paint

Huge 1920's British Portrait of Young Girl in Interior Signed & Dated Oil Paint

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

"Micky" by John Young-Hunter (British 1874-1955) signed and dated 1920 oil on canvas, unframed canvas: 50 x 31 inches provenance: private collection, UK condition: very good and soun...

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Early 20th Century Impressionist Native American Antique

Materials

Oil, Canvas

C.1927 "Lazy Boy" Blackfeet Indian Man Promo Litho by Winold Reiss (1886-1953)
C.1927 "Lazy Boy" Blackfeet Indian Man Promo Litho by Winold Reiss (1886-1953)

C.1927 "Lazy Boy" Blackfeet Indian Man Promo Litho by Winold Reiss (1886-1953)

By Winold Reiss

Located in Incline Village, NV

They are all from my own personal 40 plus year collection of Native American and Western United States memorabilia.

Category

1920s American Native American Native American Antique

Materials

Paper

Zuber & Cie.  Early 20th Century Screen   "View of New York Bay from New Jersey"
Zuber & Cie.  Early 20th Century Screen   "View of New York Bay from New Jersey"

Zuber & Cie. Early 20th Century Screen "View of New York Bay from New Jersey"

By Jean Zuber

Located in Ottawa, Ontario

The most striking feature of the oval parlor, is the "Vue de l'Amérique du Nord," a panoramic wallpaper illustrating thirty-two scenes from American history: steamboats in the spray ...

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Early 20th Century French Grand Tour Native American Antique

Materials

Wood, Paper

The Wild Cat (Chat Sauvage)

The Wild Cat (Chat Sauvage)

By Karl Bodmer

Located in Middletown, NY

The expedition resulted in a plethora of highly detailed and accurate paintings, and 81 aquatints which focused on the towns, people, customs and Native Americans they encountered al...

Category

Mid-19th Century Barbizon School Native American Antique

Materials

Laid Paper, Etching

Navajo Antique Turn of the Century Concho Belt
Navajo Antique Turn of the Century Concho Belt

Navajo Antique Turn of the Century Concho Belt

By Navajo

Located in Coeur d Alene, ID

Concho belts reportedly began appearing in Navajo country in the late 1860s. Other Native Americans including Zuni and Hopi also made traditional concho belts before long.

Category

Late 19th Century American Native American Native American Antique

Materials

Sterling Silver

Pre-Battle Rituals: The King of Florida and His Magician, ca.1780
Pre-Battle Rituals: The King of Florida and His Magician, ca.1780

Pre-Battle Rituals: The King of Florida and His Magician, ca.1780

Located in Langweer, NL

The scene shows a group of Native American individuals, presumably from one of the tribes in the region known by Europeans at the time as "Florida."

Category

1780s Native American Antique

Materials

Paper

McKenney and Hall Hand-Painted Lithograph "Chippeway Widow", circa 1837
McKenney and Hall Hand-Painted Lithograph "Chippeway Widow", circa 1837

McKenney and Hall Hand-Painted Lithograph "Chippeway Widow", circa 1837

By McKenney & Hall

Located in Incline Village, NV

"Chippeway Widow" hand-painted color lithograph on paper depicts a Native American Indian woman lamenting the death of her husband, presumably killed in battle with American settlers.

Category

1830s Native American Native American Antique

Materials

Paper

"Women at the Well" - Tucson, Arizona Southwestern Figurative Landscape in Oil
"Women at the Well" - Tucson, Arizona Southwestern Figurative Landscape in Oil

"Women at the Well" - Tucson, Arizona Southwestern Figurative Landscape in Oil

By William Constable Adam

Located in Soquel, CA

"Women at the Well" - Tucson, Arizona Southwestern Figurative Landscape in Oil on Canvas Gorgeous early 19th Century Native American figurative landscape of women at a well in Tucso...

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1920s American Impressionist Native American Antique

Materials

Oil, Linen

Antique Virginia Map Blaeu c.1642 – Jamestown, Powhatan, Chesapeake
Antique Virginia Map Blaeu c.1642 – Jamestown, Powhatan, Chesapeake

Antique Virginia Map Blaeu c.1642 – Jamestown, Powhatan, Chesapeake

Located in Langweer, NL

This ethnographic scene, derived from early English accounts, is among the most iconic images of Native American life to appear on a printed map and greatly enhances both the histori...

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Mid-17th Century Dutch Native American Antique

Materials

Paper

Paolo Di Ferdinando Triscornia
Paolo Di Ferdinando Triscornia

Paolo Di Ferdinando Triscornia

By Paolo di Ferdinando Triscornia

Located in New York, NY

With its tender depiction of a Native American woman and a child, at rest during the hunt, the sculpture must have appealed to the Italian genre sculptors active in Carrara.

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Late 19th Century Italian Beaux Arts Native American Antique

Materials

Marble

Distressed Antique Caucasian Kazak Scatter Rug with Rustic Tribal Style
Distressed Antique Caucasian Kazak Scatter Rug with Rustic Tribal Style

Distressed Antique Caucasian Kazak Scatter Rug with Rustic Tribal Style

Located in Dallas, TX

Well-suited for a wide range of interior styles: Tribal, Industrial, Rustic, Pacific Northwest, Artisan, Lodge, Cabin, Northwestern, Mid-Century Modern, Native American, Spanish, Nav...

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Late 19th Century Caucasian Kazak Native American Antique

Materials

Wool

Viennese Bronze, Parsifal With Horse On Onyx Base, by Carl Kauba, Circa 1900
Viennese Bronze, Parsifal With Horse On Onyx Base, by Carl Kauba, Circa 1900

Viennese Bronze, Parsifal With Horse On Onyx Base, by Carl Kauba, Circa 1900

By Carl Kauba, Viennese Manufactory

Located in Vienna, AT

He created and exported his depictions of cowboys and Native Americans to the American market in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

Category

Early 1900s Austrian Other Native American Antique

Materials

Marble, Bronze

"Camanche Inscription on the Shoulder Blade of a Buffalo, " after S. Eastman
"Camanche Inscription on the Shoulder Blade of a Buffalo, " after S. Eastman

"Camanche Inscription on the Shoulder Blade of a Buffalo, " after S. Eastman

By Seth Eastman

Located in Milwaukee, WI

While at West Point, he began to paint scenes featuring the daily life of local Native American tribes. In 1830 Eastman was assigned to topography duty on the frontier and spent a s...

Category

1850s Native American Antique

Materials

Lithograph

Detailed 1795 Map of the Americas with Exploration Tracks and Nice Cartouche
Detailed 1795 Map of the Americas with Exploration Tracks and Nice Cartouche

Detailed 1795 Map of the Americas with Exploration Tracks and Nice Cartouche

Located in Langweer, NL

The cartouche is adorned with an illustration of two Native Americans, depicted smoking a peace pipe and preparing smoke signals, set against lush, giant flowering plants.

Category

1790s Native American Antique

Materials

Paper

Antique Turquoise Drops and Rose-cut Diamond Earrings, Silver and 18K Gold.
Antique Turquoise Drops and Rose-cut Diamond Earrings, Silver and 18K Gold.

Antique Turquoise Drops and Rose-cut Diamond Earrings, Silver and 18K Gold.

Located in Malmö, Skåne län

It was equally valued in Persia (modern-day Iran), where it symbolized heaven and was often used in elaborate inlay work. Native American cultures have also long prized turquoise, in...

Category

Late 19th Century French Victorian Native American Antique

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise

Vibrant Camp Scene in the Mojave Valley of Rio Colorado, 1856 Lithograph
Vibrant Camp Scene in the Mojave Valley of Rio Colorado, 1856 Lithograph

Vibrant Camp Scene in the Mojave Valley of Rio Colorado, 1856 Lithograph

Located in Langweer, NL

The composition captures a moment of cultural interaction and daily life, with Native Americans and settlers engaging in various activities against the striking backdrop of the Mojav...

Category

1850s Native American Antique

Materials

Paper

Watchdog, from Eaux-Fortes Animaux & Paysages

Watchdog, from Eaux-Fortes Animaux & Paysages

By Karl Bodmer

Located in Middletown, NY

The expedition resulted in a plethora of highly detailed and accurate paintings, and 81 aquatints which focused on the towns, people, customs and Native Americans they encountered al...

Category

Mid-19th Century French School Native American Antique

Materials

Laid Paper, Etching

A Domestic Cat Playing with a Garter Snake, from Eaux-Fortes Animaux & Paysages

A Domestic Cat Playing with a Garter Snake, from Eaux-Fortes Animaux & Paysages

By Karl Bodmer

Located in Middletown, NY

The expedition resulted in a plethora of highly detailed and accurate paintings, and 81 aquatints which focused on the towns, people, customs and Native Americans they encountered al...

Category

Mid-19th Century Barbizon School Native American Antique

Materials

Laid Paper, Etching

Fort Smith, Arkansas – Rare 19th Century Lithograph of Frontier History, 1856
Fort Smith, Arkansas – Rare 19th Century Lithograph of Frontier History, 1856

Fort Smith, Arkansas – Rare 19th Century Lithograph of Frontier History, 1856

Located in Langweer, NL

It was originally established in 1817 as a military outpost to maintain peace between Native American tribes in the area and later became a hub for trade and settlement during westwa...

Category

1850s Native American Antique

Materials

Paper

Pumpkin Vine Watercolor Painting 19th C. American Artist Charles DeWolf Brownell
Pumpkin Vine Watercolor Painting 19th C. American Artist Charles DeWolf Brownell

Pumpkin Vine Watercolor Painting 19th C. American Artist Charles DeWolf Brownell

By Charles De Wolf Brownell

Located in Surfside, FL

Before he embarked on his career as a landscape artist, Brownell published The Indian Races of North and South America, (1853), an illustrated account of the native american populati...

Category

19th Century Naturalistic Native American Antique

Materials

Watercolor

Maple Leaves Watercolor Painting 19th C. American Artist Charles DeWolf Brownell
Maple Leaves Watercolor Painting 19th C. American Artist Charles DeWolf Brownell

Maple Leaves Watercolor Painting 19th C. American Artist Charles DeWolf Brownell

By Charles De Wolf Brownell

Located in Surfside, FL

Before he embarked on his career as a landscape artist, Brownell published The Indian Races of North and South America, (1853), an illustrated account of the native american populati...

Category

Early 1900s Naturalistic Native American Antique

Materials

Watercolor

Big Hole Prairie View – Scenic Montana Landscape Print, Published in 1856
Big Hole Prairie View – Scenic Montana Landscape Print, Published in 1856

Big Hole Prairie View – Scenic Montana Landscape Print, Published in 1856

Located in Langweer, NL

Known as “The Land of 10,000 Haystacks,” Big Hole Valley remains a significant agricultural and historical region, rich in Native American heritage and early pioneer tales.

Category

1850s Native American Antique

Materials

Paper

Antique late Baroque (Rococo), Diamond, Blue Enamel Ring
Antique late Baroque (Rococo), Diamond, Blue Enamel Ring

Antique late Baroque (Rococo), Diamond, Blue Enamel Ring

Located in OVIEDO, AS

Hindus, Egyptians, Buddhists; Chinese people; Babylonians, Native Americans, Judeo- Christians, Muslims . We offer FREE insured international shipping with FedEx International Prior...

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Late 18th Century Spanish Baroque Native American Antique

Materials

Diamond, Enamel, Silver, 18k Gold

The History of the Discovery and Settlement of America by W. Robertson, 1835
The History of the Discovery and Settlement of America by W. Robertson, 1835

The History of the Discovery and Settlement of America by W. Robertson, 1835

By William Robertson

Located in Colorado Springs, CO

The book was reprinted and republished numerous times throughout the late 18th century and well into the 1840s. In his History of America, Robertson "...alternated chapters of narrat...

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1830s American Early Victorian Native American Antique

Materials

Leather, Fabric, Paper

'Maple River' original color lithograph by John Mix Stanley
'Maple River' original color lithograph by John Mix Stanley

'Maple River' original color lithograph by John Mix Stanley

By John Mix Stanley

Located in Milwaukee, WI

John Mix Stanley (January 17, 1814 - April 10, 1872) was an artist-explorer, an American painter of landscapes, and Native American portraits and tribal life.

Category

1850s Romantic Native American Antique

Materials

Lithograph

Teddy Roosevelt and His Great White Fleet American Flag, circa 1907-1909
Teddy Roosevelt and His Great White Fleet American Flag, circa 1907-1909

Teddy Roosevelt and His Great White Fleet American Flag, circa 1907-1909

Located in York County, PA

Many 46 star flags were made earlier, however, in great anticipation of the future addition of the state, which had previously been appointed to Native Americans. Provenance: Form...

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Early 1900s American Native American Antique

Materials

Silk

Gibbon Falls, Yellow-Stone National Park
Gibbon Falls, Yellow-Stone National Park

Gibbon Falls, Yellow-Stone National Park

Located in Paonia, CO

Grant on March 1, 1872  Yellowstone was the first national park in the U.S. and is widely held to be the first national park in the world. Native Americans have lived in the Yellowst...

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1880s Naturalistic Native American Antique

Materials

Lithograph

Edward S. Curtis Original Photogravure Mosa Mohave The North American Indian
Edward S. Curtis Original Photogravure Mosa Mohave The North American Indian

Edward S. Curtis Original Photogravure Mosa Mohave The North American Indian

By Edward S. Curtis, 1868-1952

Located in Studio City, CA

A wonderful and very coveted original large-format photogravure by iconic American photographer Edward Curtis (1868-1952) titled "Mosa Mohave" Of this image Curtis noted “It would b...

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Early 1900s American Native American Native American Antique

Materials

Wood, Paper

Minnesota and Dakota Map – Johnson, Hand-Colored, USA c.1864
Minnesota and Dakota Map – Johnson, Hand-Colored, USA c.1864

Minnesota and Dakota Map – Johnson, Hand-Colored, USA c.1864

Located in Langweer, NL

The map details cities, towns, county boundaries, rivers, lakes, railroads, and Native American tribal regions. Major cities such as St.

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Mid-19th Century American Native American Antique

Materials

Paper

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Questions About Native American Antique

  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    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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    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.
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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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    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.
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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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
    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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    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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    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.
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    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.