Sioux Native Dragonfly Beaded Moccasins

About the Item

Sioux moccasins with dragonflies. Fully beaded, including soles. Fully beaded moccasins were made as special gifts for elders, respected individuals, or during rites of passages for events such as births, marriages, or graduations. Because of the skill and time required, they are collected as art pieces or displayed in museums to preserve cultural history. Period: circa 1880. Origin: Sioux, Plains Size: 9 3/4" x 3 3/4". 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.

Dimensions:
Height: 9.75 in (24.77 cm)Width: 3.75 in (9.53 cm)Depth: 3.75 in (9.53 cm)
Style:
Native American (Of the Period)
Materials and Techniques:
Beads
Place of Origin:
United States
Period:
1880-1889
Date of Manufacture:
1880
Condition:
Wear consistent with age and use.
Seller Location:
Coeur d'Alene, ID
Reference Number:
Seller: K3801stDibs: LU4019312529551