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Circa 1880 Antique Sioux Beaded Hide Dress with Turquoise Yoke & Fringe

$55,000
£41,762.80
€47,758.88
CA$76,842.98
A$85,466.16
CHF 44,627.77
MX$1,040,032.29
NOK 569,964.78
SEK 534,526.41
DKK 356,442.85
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This extraordinary antique Sioux beaded hide dress, dating circa 1880, is a rare and authentic example of Plains Indian textile artistry. Handcrafted from native-tanned deer hide, this stunning garment is richly decorated with Venetian glass trade beads that highlight the exceptional skill and cultural heritage of the Sioux Nation. The dress features a striking turquoise-blue beaded yoke accented with intricate meandering designs in white-heart red, yellow, and dark blue beads. A dynamic stepped geometric pattern in green, white-heart red, dark blue, and yellow beads wraps gracefully from front to back, adding visual rhythm and depth. Flowing fringe along the arms and hem enhances movement and traditional aesthetic, while a red trade cloth band encircles the neckline, adding contrast and cultural significance. Constructed with sinew and thread, the supple hide reflects time-honored materials and techniques passed down through generations. Originating from the Sioux people of the Great Plains—including South Dakota, North Dakota, Nebraska, Wyoming, and Montana—this dress embodies a rich legacy of ceremonial design and beadwork mastery. Accompanied by a custom-made armature for elegant display, this museum-quality Sioux dress is an exceptional acquisition for collectors of Native American regalia, Plains Indian artifacts, and 19th-century Indigenous textiles.
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  • Dimensions:
    Height: 54 in (137.16 cm)Width: 52 in (132.08 cm)Depth: 8 in (20.32 cm)
  • Style:
    Native American (In the Style Of)
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  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1880
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses.
  • Seller Location:
    Denver, CO
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 281731stDibs: LU1004641229562

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