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Native Kiowa 19th Century Pictorial Child's Teepee

$38,500
£28,620.37
€33,505.16
CA$53,841.13
A$60,119.42
CHF 31,359.92
MX$739,257.75
NOK 395,801.35
SEK 372,633.03
DKK 249,948.64
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Child's teepee depicting highly graphic battle scene painted on brain tanned deer skin. This piece was acquired from Wilma Silvey, age 89, in 2005, white woman, was handed down through her husband's family, Joseph Silvey (Silverfish). His father was "Long Hair Hanging" (Kiowa Comanche) and his mother "Me Me" (many Minnows), Kiowa. It was told that the hide was commissioned for the 1898 World's Fair but "the guy didn't pay for it because of the killing scenes with the Natives winning." Well preserved condition and highly graphic. Came without teepee poles. Period: 19th century Origin: Kiowa Size: 28" x 45". Family Owned & Operated Cisco’s Gallery deals in the rare, exceptional, and one-of-a-kind pieces that define the history of America and the Old West. Our pieces range from American Indian to Cowboy Western and include original items of everyday life, commerce, art, and warfare that tamed America’s frontier. Our 14,000 square foot gallery opened in 1996 in beautiful Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. Personal Service Cisco’s operates on old fashioned values – honesty and integrity, and all of our items are backed by our money back guarantee. We appreciate the opportunity to earn your business. Whether you desire assistance with a jewelry purchase, choosing a gift, identification, or even selling – we hope to be your trusted source.    Native American, Teepee, Kiowa Indian, Pictorial, Hide
  • Creator:
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 38 in (96.52 cm)Diameter: 38 in (96.52 cm)
  • Style:
    Native American (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1870
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Coeur d'Alene, ID
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: D1474_JO1stDibs: LU4019319756312

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