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 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 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.

Native American Headdress

Blue Macaw

American Indian Chief

Indian Roach

Roach Headdress

Antique Headdress

Brazil Feather Headdress

Brazilian Masks

Brazilian Feather

Vintage 10k Gold Native American Headdress Ring

$1,100

Vintage 10k Gold Native American Headdress Ring

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

This striking vintage ring is crafted in 10K yellow gold and features a highly detailed sculpted face of a Native American chief wearing a full feathered headdress.

Category

Mid-20th Century Band Rings

Materials

10k Gold

Antique Plains Roach Headdress c.1880 Deer & Porcupine Hair Native American

$3,750

H 11.25 in W 4.5 in D 18.75 in

Antique Plains Roach Headdress c.1880 Deer & Porcupine Hair Native American

By Native American Art

Located in Denver, CO

This exceptional 19th-century Plains Native American roach headdress, dating to circa 1880, is a rare and visually dynamic example of traditional ceremonial regalia from the Great Pl...

Category

Antique 19th Century American Native American Native American Objects

Materials

Fur

19th Century Blackfeet Split Horn Headdress

$30,000

H 54 in W 12 in D 12 in

19th Century Blackfeet Split Horn Headdress

By Native American Art

Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID

Whether you desire assistance with a jewelry purchase, choosing a gift, identification, or even selling – we hope to be your trusted source. Native American, garments, Blackfeet, ...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century American Native American Native American Objects

Materials

Hide, Beads, Feathers

19th Century Northern Plains Hair Drop

$4,600

H 35 in W 6 in D 2 in

19th Century Northern Plains Hair Drop

By Native American Art

Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID

Whether you desire assistance with a jewelry purchase, choosing a gift, identification, or even selling – we hope to be your trusted source. Native American, garments, Blackfeet, ...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century American Native American Native American Objects

Materials

Hide, Beads, Feathers

19th Century Northern Plains Hair Drop

$4,600

H 35 in W 6 in D 2 in

19th Century Northern Plains Hair Drop

By Native American Art

Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID

Whether you desire assistance with a jewelry purchase, choosing a gift, identification, or even selling – we hope to be your trusted source. Native American, garments, Blackfeet, ...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century American Native American Native American Objects

Materials

Hide, Beads, Feathers

Split Horn Headdress

$40,250

H 27 in W 14 in D 9 in

Split Horn Headdress

Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID

Heavily adorned split horn headdress with ermine drops, silk ribbons, hawk bells, stroud covered horns, brass trade beads and brass buttons on red stroud brain tanned buffalo cap. St...

Category

Antique 19th Century American Native American Native American Objects

Materials

Fur

Northern Plains Porcupine Hair Roach

$1,700

H 18.5 in W 7 in D 7 in

Northern Plains Porcupine Hair Roach

Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID

Whether you desire assistance with a jewelry purchase, choosing a gift, identification, or even selling – we hope to be your trusted source. Headdresses, bustles and lances native...

Category

Early 20th Century American Native American Native American Objects

Materials

Other

1757 Native American Tribal Adornments – Feathered Headdresses, Belts & Jewelry

$282 / set

H 9.85 in W 7.17 in D 0.01 in

1757 Native American Tribal Adornments – Feathered Headdresses, Belts & Jewelry

Located in Langweer, NL

Title: 1757 Native American Tribal Adornments – Feathered Headdresses, Belts & Jewelry Description: This exceptional pair of antique copperplate engravings, published in 1757 in *...

Category

Antique 1750s French Prints

Materials

Paper

Paul MooreBeat of the Drum Paul Moore bronze Native American man with Drum, headdress, 1995

$22,000

H 64 in W 25 in D 21 in

Beat of the Drum Paul Moore bronze Native American man with Drum, headdress

By Paul Moore

Located in Santa Fe, NM

Beat of the Drum Paul Moore bronze Native American man with Drum, headdress Paul Moore was born in Oklahoma City a member of the (Creek) Muscogee Nation.

Category

1990s Contemporary Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Country Style Native American Figure

$7,500

H 68 in W 15.75 in D 20 in

Country Style Native American Figure

Located in Queens, NY

American Country style painted large female Native American figure with headdress holding cigars (1st half 20th Cent) (possibly Boston Carving Co)

Category

20th Century American Rustic Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Paint

Kurt ArdSalvekvick Bandages Advertisement

$65,000

H 22 in W 18 in

Salvekvick Bandages Advertisement

Located in Fort Washington, PA

Little boy dressed in a Native American headdress and facepaint holding a tomahawk as his mother applies a bandage to his shoulder Much like Norman Rockwell, Kurt Ard was inspire...

Category

Mid-20th Century Figurative Paintings

Materials

Mixed Media, Board

Vintage Native American Male Portrait on Paper.

$195

H 20 in W 23 in D 0.12 in

Vintage Native American Male Portrait on Paper.

Located in Seattle, WA

Abstract Portrait of a Native American Man wearing a Traditional Headdress.

Category

Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Materials

Paper

Signed Monumental Folk Art Rouge Taxidermy Headdress Mask

$2,500

H 84 in W 38 in D 11 in

Signed Monumental Folk Art Rouge Taxidermy Headdress Mask

Located in Forney, TX

A magnificent American folk art headdress mask by P.J. Stover, signed, titled "Visions", circa 2008.

Category

Early 2000s American Native American Masks

Materials

Antler, Fur, Leather, Beads, Feathers

Ipsens Enke. Art pottery bowl with Native American head. 1920s

$360

H 5.52 in W 9.85 in D 7.88 in

Ipsens Enke. Art pottery bowl with Native American head. 1920s

Located in København, Copenhagen

Ipsens Enke Art pottery bowl with Native American head, model 286. Decorative bowl featuring a relief bust of a Native American chief wearing a feathered headdress and claw necklace.

Category

Vintage 1920s Danish Decorative Bowls

Materials

Ceramic

"Indian Dance", Drawing Depicting Native Americans by Jean Target, France

$1,800

H 11 in W 14.75 in D 0.1 in

"Indian Dance", Drawing Depicting Native Americans by Jean Target, France

By Jean Target

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This depiction of two Native American men in full headdresses, dancing in the company of three women, arm in arm, is evidence of Western Europe's fascination with American Indian cul...

Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Drawings

Materials

Paint

Art Deco Silver Turquoise Cabochon Bracelet with Native American Austria

$1,410

W 0.83 in L 7.52 in

Art Deco Silver Turquoise Cabochon Bracelet with Native American Austria

Located in Munich, Bavaria

Three panels show finely modelled heads of Native Americans wearing turquoise set headdresses and earrings.

Category

Vintage 1920s Austrian Art Deco More Bracelets

Materials

Turquoise, Silver

"Indian Figures", Fabulous Folk Art - Art Deco Carved Ladle, Native American

$2,000Sale Price|20% Off

H 12 in W 3.5 in D 2.25 in

"Indian Figures", Fabulous Folk Art - Art Deco Carved Ladle, Native American

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Each of the two Native American figures sports a headdress and feather, and one is holding a long peace pipe.

Category

Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

John Berry"Solitary", John Berry, Native American Indians, Realism, Oil/Canvas, 40x30 in, 1999

$9,000

H 40 in W 30 in D 1 in

"Solitary", John Berry, Native American Indians, Realism, Oil/Canvas, 40x30 in

Located in Dallas, TX

In this painting a Native American chief with an Indian headdress on horseback gazes out to the rushing blue river surrounded in lush green foliage below the snowy mountains.

Category

1990s Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Leonard BaskinOriginal Lithograph Native American Figure Portrait Male Tribe Bold Stoic Signed, 1993

$9,430

H 27.5 in W 26.38 in

Original Lithograph Native American Figure Portrait Male Tribe Bold Stoic Signed

By Leonard Baskin

Located in Milwaukee, WI

It depicts Kill Spotted Horse, an Assinniboine Native American, in a feather headdress against a light blue background.

Category

1990s Contemporary Portrait Prints

Materials

Lithograph, Ink

Indian Chief Motif Porcelain Humidor, American, circa 1900

$1,685

H 7.5 in W 6 in D 6 in

Indian Chief Motif Porcelain Humidor, American, circa 1900

Located in Incline Village, NV

No mark, but definitely American, circa 1900 era. Note the detail to the Indian's face and his elaborate headdress.

Category

Antique Early 1900s American Native American Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Porcelain

1908 American Eagle Five Dollar 21.6K Gold Coin Pendant

$4,407

1908 American Eagle Five Dollar 21.6K Gold Coin Pendant

Located in Rotterdam, NL

The observe Value: 5 United States dollars Mass: 8.359 g Diameter coin: 21.6 mm Length: 40 mm Width: 30 mm Edge: reeded Composition: .900 gold, .100 copper Gold: .24187 troy oz Years...

Category

Early 20th Century American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 22k Gold

1911 & 1910 $5 Indian Half Eagle Gold Coins 14K Yellow Gold Cufflinks

$25,000

Dm 0.87 in

1911 & 1910 $5 Indian Half Eagle Gold Coins 14K Yellow Gold Cufflinks

Located in Westport, CT

Mint - Obverse: Pratt’s design displays a male Native American wearing an Indian headdress and facing left.

Category

Early 20th Century North American Cufflinks

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, 24k Gold

Journal Tintin N°701, 29 Mars 1962 — Hergé Bijoux Castafiore — Cuvelier - 2C127

$41

H 0.12 in W 11.82 in D 8.27 in

Journal Tintin N°701, 29 Mars 1962 — Hergé Bijoux Castafiore — Cuvelier - 2C127

Located in Bordeaux, FR

✦ SPECIFICATIONS Issue: N° 701 — 14ème année — 29 mars 1962 — 52 pages Front cover: "Rock Derby" — cowboy on grey horse, red canyon, Native American arrows — Fair condition (horizo...

Category

Vintage 1960s Toys and Dolls

Materials

Paper

Scott DykemaA Seated Chief, Original Painting, 2026

$3,675

H 40 in W 30 in D 1.5 in

A Seated Chief, Original Painting

By Scott Dykema

Located in San Francisco, CA

Words that describe this painting: Native American, gold, feathers, headdress, colorful, portrait, face, ceremony, metallic, drip, night, people, contemporary, mixed media artwork, o...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Mixed Media

Materials

Mixed Media

Tiffany & Co. Early 1900's 14K Gold 1855 US 3 Dollar Coin Antique Circle Brooch

$4,650

W 1.63 in L 1.63 in

Tiffany & Co. Early 1900's 14K Gold 1855 US 3 Dollar Coin Antique Circle Brooch

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Designed as a circular disk form centering a bezel set minted 22 karat gold three dollar U.S. coin form 1855 Depicting Lady Liberty wearing a Native American Princess headdress inscr...

Category

Antique Early 1900s Brooches

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Enamel and 15 Carat Yellow Gold Indian Chief Tie Pin

$2,715

W 0.58 in L 2.66 in

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

Antique 1880s Unknown Brooches

Materials

Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Rare Italian Rococo Giltwood Fossilized Marble Console Table ca. 1750

$18,000

H 39.38 in W 60.88 in D 21.88 in

Rare Italian Rococo Giltwood Fossilized Marble Console Table ca. 1750

Located in Shippensburg, PA

The bold cabriole legs are carved with grotesque masks above the knees, these depicting the exoticism of The Americas with four stylized Native American heads with feathered headdres...

Category

Antique 18th Century Italian Rococo Console Tables

Materials

Marble

Abraham HarritonRare Milk Glass Carved Sculpture Panel Cowboy Indian WPA Artist Americana, c.1940

$1,800

H 16 in W 20 in

Rare Milk Glass Carved Sculpture Panel Cowboy Indian WPA Artist Americana

By Abraham Harriton

Located in Surfside, FL

I belive this is milk glass. it is a classic Americana scene of a cowboy or frontier trapper and an Indian or Native American with a feathered headdress. Abraham Harriton was a Rom...

Category

Mid-20th Century Realist Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Glass

"Statue of Freedom" by Tom Lydon, Original Chalk on Paper, 1991

$2,000

H 15.5 in W 20 in D 0.25 in

"Statue of Freedom" by Tom Lydon, Original Chalk on Paper, 1991

Located in Colorado Springs, CO

The statue is an amalgam of early Roman and Native American symbolism. Crawford described her headdress as a version of a Roman helmet, "the crest of which is composed of an eagle’s ...

Category

1990s American Paintings

Materials

Paper

Recent Sales

Hand-Painted Large Vase with Native Americans

Unavailable

H 26 in Dm 18 in

Hand-Painted Large Vase with Native Americans

By Trent Burkett

Located in Woodbury, CT

Ovoid jar in high gloss velum with a headdress wearing Native American on one side, and a female, of smaller size on the back, the a water bottle on her back.

Category

20th Century American Vases

Materials

Pottery

Native American Antique Roach Headdress, Plains, 19th Century

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H 24 in W 15.5 in D 18 in

Native American Antique Roach Headdress, Plains, 19th Century

By Native American Art

Located in Denver, CO

Plains Indian roach made with dyed deer hair and porcupine guard hair on a u-shaped braided cloth with leather cords. Roach dimensions measure 14 ¼ x 3 ¼ x 12 ¼ inches. Provenance: ...

Category

Antique 19th Century American Native American Native American Objects

Materials

Animal Skin

Indian Tribe Headdress under Frame

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H 3.94 in W 63.78 in L 3.94 in

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

Lapis Lazuli Native American Indian Chief Statue

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H 5.13 in W 4.25 in D 1.5 in

Lapis Lazuli Native American Indian Chief Statue

Located in Somis, CA

We discovered, and through extraordinary efforts acquired this rare lapis lazuli Indian chief statue, capturing the essence of a Native American leader adorned in his magnificent fea...

Category

20th Century North American Native American Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Lapis Lazuli

Set of Four Framed Glass Plates of a Pin-Up Girl by E. Heart

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H 15 in W 19 in

Set of Four Framed Glass Plates of a Pin-Up Girl by E. Heart

Located in Palm Desert, CA

A set of four custom framed black & white glass printing plates of a pin-up girl in a bikini and Native American headdress playing a drum. Signed E.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Photography

Autographed Photo of Native American Hopi Indian Chief in Full Headdress

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H 10 in W 8.25 in L 10 in

Autographed Photo of Native American Hopi Indian Chief in Full Headdress

Located in Big Flats, NY

A vintage autographed photographed of a Native American Hopi Indian Chief in full headdress, signed inscription reads "Sincerely Chief Great (illegible) Yellowfeet, Hopi Tribe", circ...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Native American Photography

Materials

Glass, Wood, Paper

Nicola SimbariNative American Head Dress, 1978

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H 31.5 in W 27.5 in D 0.2 in

Native American Head Dress

By Nicola Simbari

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Unsigned and unnumbered printer's proof of "Native American Female Headdress" by Nicola Simbari.

Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Prints

Materials

Screen

Portrait of a Native American Figure in Ceremonial Dres

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H 38.5 in W 32.5 in D 1.5 in

Portrait of a Native American Figure in Ceremonial Dres

Located in Fredericksburg, TX

An oil on canvas portrait of a Native American figure wearing a feathered headdress and holding a tomahawk.

Category

20th Century North American Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Wood, Paint

Rare & Regal Cast Stone Native American Indian Cheif Bust

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H 24 in W 10 in D 10 in

Rare & Regal Cast Stone Native American Indian Cheif Bust

By Gary Apsit

Located in Mt Kisco, NY

A painted cast stone bust of a Native American Indian Chief in Full Headdress. Designed and crafted by Gary Apsit.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Decorative Objects

Portuguese Toothpick Holder in Silver with Native American Figure

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H 8.08 in W 3.94 in D 3.94 in

Portuguese Toothpick Holder in Silver with Native American Figure

Located in Paris, FR

Toothpick holder in silver featuring a Native American wearing a headdress, skirt, and quiver, holding his bow over his head.

Category

Antique 19th Century Portuguese Tableware

Materials

Silver

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

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H 12.25 in W 18.25 in D 0.75 in

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

French Regence Period Carved Giltwood and Walnut Parquet Decorated Mirror

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H 48.5 in W 26.5 in D 2 in

French Regence Period Carved Giltwood and Walnut Parquet Decorated Mirror

Located in Atlanta, GA

Having a rare and unique carved giltwood pediment depicting Native American Indians in feathered headdress, others carvings are shells, vines, scrolls, all surmounted by a female fig...

Category

Antique 1720s French Régence Wall Mirrors

Materials

Giltwood

Art Deco Austrian Sculpture "The Feather" by, Bruno Zach

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H 17.25 in W 20 in D 5.5 in

Art Deco Austrian Sculpture "The Feather" by, Bruno Zach

By Bruno Zach

Located in Englewood, NJ

An Austrian Art Deco patinated and polychromed bronze sculpture "The Feather" by, Bruno Zack of a Native American Indian with a feather headdress riding a top a running horse.

Category

Vintage 1910s Austrian Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Pierre Frey La Smala Embroidered Textile, Linen & Wool, France, 8+ yds.

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H 1 in W 324 in D 50 in

Pierre Frey La Smala Embroidered Textile, Linen & Wool, France, 8+ yds.

By La Maison Pierre Frey

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Embroidered on linen, LA SMALA portrays native american in their characteristic headdresses, postures and clothing.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Organic Modern Curtains and Valances

Materials

Textile

Abraham HarritonRare Milk Glass Carved Sculpture Panel Cowboy Indian WPA Artist Americana, c.1940

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H 16 in W 20 in

Rare Milk Glass Carved Sculpture Panel Cowboy Indian WPA Artist Americana

By Abraham Harriton

Located in Surfside, FL

I belive this is milk glass. it is a classic Americana scene of a cowboy or frontier trapper and an Indian or Native American with a feathered headdress. Abraham Harriton was a Rom...

Category

Mid-20th Century Realist Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Glass

Early to Mid-20th Century Folk Art Carved and Decorated Plaque of Tashtego

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H 31.25 in W 11.63 in D 1.5 in

Early to Mid-20th Century Folk Art Carved and Decorated Plaque of Tashtego

Located in Nantucket, MA

Folk Art Carved and Decorated Plaque of Tashtego, early to mid-20th century, a flat carved panel image of a Native American man, with feather headdress, tattoos and jewelry, bearing ...

Category

Vintage 1940s American Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Viennese Bronze, Warriors Dancing Around a Fire, by Franz Bergmann, ca 1910

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H 7.88 in W 11.82 in D 6.7 in

Viennese Bronze, Warriors Dancing Around a Fire, by Franz Bergmann, ca 1910

By Franz Bergmann

Located in Vienna, AT

Very rare piece of Viennese bronze art: Two barefoot Native American warriors with horned headdresses and loincloths, and feathers around the hips and legs, with shields affixed to ...

Category

Vintage 1910s Austrian Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Collection of Three Native American 'Plains Indian' Roach Headdresses

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H 22 in W 28 in D 11 in

Collection of Three Native American 'Plains Indian' Roach Headdresses

By Native American Art

Located in Denver, CO

A group of three antique Roach Headdresses/Hair Ornaments. Custom display stands are included. Left: Plains Roach, circa 1890. Made of badger and porcupine guard hair with traces ...

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Antique Late 19th Century American Native American Native American Objects

Vintage Native American Feather Headdress Mounted in Lucite

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H 36 in W 54.5 in D 4 in

Vintage Native American Feather Headdress Mounted in Lucite

Located in Rio Vista, CA

Fantastic native American feather headdress featuring pink and black plumage displayed in a Lucite box.

Category

20th Century American Native American Decorative Art

Materials

Cotton, Linen, Rope, Lucite, Wood, Feathers

Hunt SlonemAnaconda II, 1980

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H 29.75 in W 21.75 in

Anaconda II

By Hunt Slonem

Located in New York, NY

Slonem’s still lifes contain allusions of his various homes, including pineapples, Native American headdresses, and devotional sculptures.

Category

1980s Contemporary Animal Prints

Materials

Screen, Pencil

Vintage Native American Bust with Headdress single Bookend

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H 4 in W 3 in D 2 in

Vintage Native American Bust with Headdress single Bookend

Located in Seattle, WA

Believed to be cast iron , not confirmed. Single Bookend of Native American bust with headdress. Vintage condition as pictured.

Category

Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Bookends

Materials

Iron

Steve Forbis"Sioux Headdress" Eagle Feather Chief Native American Indian, Circa 2000s

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H 13 in W 11 in D 3 in

"Sioux Headdress" Eagle Feather Chief Native American Indian

By Steve Forbis

Located in San Antonio, TX

Steve Forbis Born 1950 Texas Artist Image Size: 7.5 x 5.5 Frame Size: 13 x 11 Medium: Colored Pencil "Sioux Headdress" Bio: Born 1950 Texas Artist Primary original media are prisma...

Category

1990s Realist Still-life Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Color Pencil

Paul MooreBeat of the Drum, bronze Native American Drummer, Headdress Paul Moore, 1993

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H 20.75 in W 8 in D 6 in

Beat of the Drum, bronze Native American Drummer, Headdress Paul Moore

By Paul Moore

Located in Santa Fe, NM

bronze edition 25

Category

1990s Contemporary Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Stylized Native American Figure with Headdress by Navajo Sculptor R.D. Tsosie

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H 15 in Dm 7 in

Stylized Native American Figure with Headdress by Navajo Sculptor R.D. Tsosie

By Robert Dale Tsosie

Located in New York, NY

This sophisticated modernist sculpture was realized by acclaimed Southwestern sculptor R.D. Tsosie, whose work is represented in many esteemed public and private collections througho...

Category

Vintage 1980s American Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Agate

Andrew Clunn Classic Indian Eagle Ten Dollar 22K Gold Coin 18K Gold Pendant

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H 1.5 in W 1.13 in

Andrew Clunn Classic Indian Eagle Ten Dollar 22K Gold Coin 18K Gold Pendant

By Andrew Clunn

Located in New York, NY

The obverse of the coin features Lady Liberty wearing a Native American headdress, symbolizing freedom and the nation's cultural heritage, surrounded by thirteen stars, representing ...

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20th Century American Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold, 22k Gold

Full Body Weathervane of American Indian Warrior

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H 27 in W 21 in D 5 in

Full Body Weathervane of American Indian Warrior

Located in Atlanta, GA

The full-bodied piece depicts a Native American warrior in feather headdress and a wide belt shooting an arrow from his bow.

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Early 20th Century American Folk Art Weathervanes

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Copper

Metal Indian Sculpture

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H 3 in W 2 in D 3 in

Metal Indian Sculpture

Located in Redding, CT

Small Indian sculpture in Metal. proud Native American Indian Chief in full Headdress. Possibly was mounted on something else originally.

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Vintage 1950s Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Metal

Sterling Silver 19 Charm Assortment Chain Bracelet, Mid 1900s, Mexico

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L 7.09 in

Sterling Silver 19 Charm Assortment Chain Bracelet, Mid 1900s, Mexico

Located in Milford, DE

Charms: drum, thimble, yarn spinning wheel, mailbox, plate, pliers, ball and chain, plane, weighing scales, cowboy chaps, heart, Native American chieftain, headdress, handcuffs, spri...

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20th Century Mexican Retro Brooches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Fine Early 20th Century Bronze of an Indian Chief on Horseback by Carl Kauba

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H 8.5 in W 10.5 in D 3.5 in

Fine Early 20th Century Bronze of an Indian Chief on Horseback by Carl Kauba

By Carl Kauba

Located in Long Island City, NY

A very fine early 20th century Austrian bronze of an Indian Chief on Horseback by Carl Kauba. Carl Kauba The Native American in full war bonnet headdress and traditional clothi...

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Early 20th Century Austrian Belle Époque Animal Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Washington Redskins Pennant, circa 1940

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H 18.5 in W 36.5 in D 1.5 in

Washington Redskins Pennant, circa 1940

Located in Colorado Springs, CO

To the left of the team name is the profile of a Native American man wearing a full headdress serving as the team’s mascot.

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Vintage 1940s American Sports Equipment and Memorabilia

Materials

Felt

Rare 19th Century Kwakiutl Headdress, British Columbia

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H 4 in W 10 in

Rare 19th Century Kwakiutl Headdress, British Columbia

Located in New York, NY

This fine and rare, headdress with skull motif, is of a type used in the initiatory Hamat'sa (Cannibal Dance) ceremony and forms an element in its associated regalia. One of the most...

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Antique Late 19th Century Canadian Folk Art Native American Objects

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Wood

Sioux Plains Headdress

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H 27.56 in Dm 19.69 in

Sioux Plains Headdress

Located in Brussels, BE

Sioux plains headdress Museums : • The Southwest Museum of the American Indian- Los Angeles US • Musée du Nouveau Monde, La Rochelle (FR) • The McCord Museum, Montreal (CA)

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Early 20th Century American Native American Objects

Materials

Hide, Thread, Cotton

1970s Larry VRBA for Castlecliff Goldtone Tribal Earrings

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W 1.5 in L 2.75 in

1970s Larry VRBA for Castlecliff Goldtone Tribal Earrings

By Castlecliff

Located in Chicago, IL

The lower portion of the earrings is made of red, green, purple and blue enameled pieces which could represent feathers from a Native American's headdresses. The earrings are in exce...

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Vintage 1970s American Dangle Earrings

A Wood Block for Buffalo Bill show poster

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H 40 in W 26.5 in D 1 in

A Wood Block for Buffalo Bill show poster

By Calhoun Print Co.

Located in Salt Lake City, UT

A large (i.e. poster-sized) low-relief wood sculpture or wood block of a Native American in feathered headdress for a poster advertising the world-famous Buffalo Bill Wild West Show.

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Antique 19th Century American Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Pair of 1920s Slip Shade Sconces with Native American Influences

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H 9.25 in W 4.74 in D 6 in

Pair of 1920s Slip Shade Sconces with Native American Influences

Located in Prescott, AZ

Gorgeous 1920s slip shade wall sconces with designs from Native American features of their day. Headdress feathers fan above the shade and behind the shade is a design from the North...

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Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Aluminum

Stoneware Jardiniere

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H 7 in W 8 in D 8 in

Stoneware Jardiniere

Located in Damariscotta, ME

The head of a Native American in a feather headdress decorates each side of this stoneware pot.

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Early 20th Century American Ceramics

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$3,173 / set

H 61.03 in W 31.5 in D 47.25 in

Library of Antique Leatherbound Books

Located in Brønshøj, DK

This collection consists of 400 antique decorative books, mainly dating from 1850–1950, with most published before 1920. The books are bound in leather, many with fine gold leaf embo...

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20th Century Danish Victorian Books

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Gold Leaf

Northwest Coast Totem by Marlin Alphonse

$750

H 13 in W 12 in D 3.5 in

Northwest Coast Totem by Marlin Alphonse

By Native American Art

Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID

Colorful Alaskan three figure winged totem. Carved and painted by Marlin Alphonse. Noted on back "purchased by Brad and Hazel Ritter on board Royal Princes, Sitka, Alaska 1986. His n...

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$244,977

H 20.87 in W 21.07 in D 27.56 in

Highclere Castle Jewellery Box

By LINLEY London

Located in London, GB

Over the years, British design company Linley has developed expertise in creating scaled versions of famous architectural buildings including the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the R...

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Southwestern Native American Hopi Hand Carved Child Cradle Kachina Katsina Doll

$795

H 11 in W 7 in D 3 in

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Located in Studio City, CA

A wonderfully hand-painted and decorated Native American Hopi Kachina Katsina doll. We believe this was a child's cradle first Kachina doll. It is hand carved from light wood (likel...

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20th Century American Native American Native American Objects

Materials

Wood, Paint

Fabergé Silver Service

$248,500 / set

H 10.25 in W 20.75 in D 16.38 in

Fabergé Silver Service

By Fabergé

Located in New Orleans, LA

This extraordinary 128-piece service by Fabergé is a rare treasure in more ways than one. Enclosed in its original oak chest, the exquisite service remains complete and in pristine c...

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Pawnee Pipe Tomahawk, circa 1850-1870

$30,000

H 24 in W 18 in D 18 in

Pawnee Pipe Tomahawk, circa 1850-1870

Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID

Pawnee pipe tomahawk. File burnt and tacked with remnants of yellow paint over entire shaft. Exhibited in the Wichita Falls Museum 1967, Maryland Academy of Art and Science 1969, Flo...

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Iron

19th Century Native American Hidatsa Arikara Medicine Shirt

$30,000

H 35 in W 18 in D 18 in

19th Century Native American Hidatsa Arikara Medicine Shirt

Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID

Hidatsa Arikara medicine shirt worn by a warrior who deserved honors, pre-reservation. Horseshoes represent successful horse raids, and the six quilled eagle feathers signify war cou...

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Hide

Bed Tester Spanish Baroque Carved Dark Green & Gilded Leather Superking 6ft180cm

$34,024

H 70.87 in W 73.23 in D 88.19 in

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Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK

Rare, Spanish Demi-Tester, Baroque Bed With Carved, Green Painted & Gilded Posts 181cm, 6ft High, Floral Painted Leather Headboard, sold with custom made box spring mattress base, ac...

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Native American Sioux Beaded Teepee Bag

$5,750

H 19 in W 12 in D 5 in

Native American Sioux Beaded Teepee Bag

By Sioux Indian Art

Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID

Native American Sioux beaded teepee bag. Having beaded front, sides and top. Beadwork is mostly white with blue, yellow, red, and green forming traditional geometric design. Having t...

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$81,000

H 90 in W 190 in D 40 in

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Located in Miami, FL

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Large Signed Native American Hopi Original Mudhead Kachina Katsina Doll on Stand

$1,250

H 27 in W 10 in D 10 in

Large Signed Native American Hopi Original Mudhead Kachina Katsina Doll on Stand

By Native American Art

Located in Studio City, CA

A wonderfully handcrafted/detailed and decorated Native American Hopi Mudhead Kachina doll. Quite an unusually large work. A striking piece overall. Hand painted with leather and pos...

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Pair of 19th Century French Walnut Library Ladders, Napoleon III Style

$145,000

H 106 in W 66 in D 26 in

Pair of 19th Century French Walnut Library Ladders, Napoleon III Style

Located in Queens, NY

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Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Stairs

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Walnut

Museum Quality Native American Sioux Beaded Hide Dress Antique Plains 1880

$55,000

H 54 in W 52 in D 8 in

Museum Quality Native American Sioux Beaded Hide Dress Antique Plains 1880

By Sioux Indian Art

Located in Denver, CO

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Exstremely Rare Collection Alcoa Aluminum String Instruments, Bass, Cello, Violin

$49,000 / set

H 72 in W 35 in D 15 in

Exstremely Rare Collection Alcoa Aluminum String Instruments, Bass, Cello, Violin

By Alcoa Aluminum

Located in Buffalo, NY

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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Musical Instruments

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19th Century, Monumental Carved Boiserie Panels from Lartington Hall

$527,279 / set

H 114.5 in W 35.5 in D 5 in

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Located in London, GB

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19th Century, Sioux Beaded High-Top Moccasins

$10,450

H 21.75 in W 3.75 in D 9.5 in

19th Century, Sioux Beaded High-Top Moccasins

By Sioux Indian Art

Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID

This is an outstanding set of authentic original beaded hide high-top / high-top moccasins with hard parfleche soles from the Sioux Native American Indians dating to circa 1880. The ...

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Antique Late 19th Century American Native American Native American Objects

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Native American Headdress For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal native American headdress for your home. A native American headdress — often made from feathers, trimming and wood — can elevate any home. There are 14 variations of the antique or vintage native American headdress you’re looking for, while we also have 1 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the native American headdress you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 19th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. A native American headdress is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Folk Art and Modern styles are sought with frequency. A well-made native American headdress has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Native American Art, La Maison Pierre Frey and Robert Dale Tsosie are consistently popular.

How Much is a Native American Headdress?

Prices for a native American headdress can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $395 and can go as high as $35,000, while the average can fetch as much as $4,400.

Questions About Native American Headdress

What does the Native American headdress symbolize?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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 is a Native American artifact?
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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.
How do I identify Native American beadwork?
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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.
How do I identify Native American baskets?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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 moccasins mean in Native American?
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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.
What are Native American dolls called?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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?
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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.
What do rattles symbolize in Native American culture?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 30, 2024
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?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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.