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Circa 1880 Sioux Beaded Deer Hide Dress, Plains Native American, Fringe

About the Item

This extraordinary antique Sioux beaded hide dress, dating to circa 1880, is a rare and authentic example of Plains Indian textile art. Handcrafted from native-tanned deer hide, the dress is richly adorned with Venetian glass trade beads, showcasing the exceptional skill and artistry of the Sioux Nation. The dress features a beautifully beaded turquoise-blue yoke, accented with intricate meandering patterns in white-heart red, yellow, and dark blue beads. A stepped geometric design in green, white-heart red, dark blue, and yellow beads wraps from front to back, adding dynamic visual rhythm. Flowing fringe detailing along the arms and hem enhances the garment’s movement and aesthetic, while a band of red trade cloth encircles the neckline for added contrast and cultural detail. The hide is supple and fluid, sewn with both sinew and thread, reflecting traditional materials and construction techniques. Originating from the Sioux people of the Great Plains—including present-day South Dakota, North Dakota, Nebraska, Wyoming, and Montana—this dress embodies a rich legacy of beadwork mastery, ceremonial design, and cultural identity. Included with a custom-made armature, the dress can be elegantly displayed on a wall, making it a museum-worthy showpiece for collectors of Native American artifacts, Plains Indian regalia, or 19th-century Indigenous textiles.
  • Creator:
  • 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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