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THB19th C. Plains Indian Iron, Wood, Bead & Hide Tomahawk
Lot 144
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Artemis Gallery
686 S Taylor Ave, Ste 106
Louisville, CO 80027
United States
Selling antiquities, ancient and ethnographic art online since 1993, Artemis Gallery specializes in Classical Antiquities (Egyptian, Greek, Roman, Near Eastern), Asian, Pre-Columbian, African / Tribal / Oceanographic art. Our extensive inventory includes pottery, stone, metal, wood, glass and textil...Read more
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Native American, central United States, Great Plains, Plains Indians, possibly Sioux, ca. late 19th to 20th century CE. A striking tomahawk boasting a hand-forged iron head and a wooden handle enveloped in scarlet, lemon yellow, cobalt, and white seed beadwork with an animal hide fray. The lengthy handle presents a tubular form with an incised ring near the end, while the vibrant beadwork is arranged in alternating horizontal stripes of colors and the hide fray extends from one side. Surmounting the handle, the hefty head displays a vertical socketing shaft and a thick, square butt that tapers to a slender, gently curved blade. A beautiful example of multi-functional weaponry from the Plains Indians! Size: 18.9" L x 4.6" W (48 cm x 11.7 cm)
Tomahawks became a weapon of choice during the 16th and 17th centuries. Iron or steel axe heads rapidly replaced that of stone and became the most popular trade goods offered to Native Americans by the Europeans. Many tomahawks had a dual function as both an axe and a pipe, symbolizing a unity of war and peace and allowing it to also function as an important item in ceremonial rites. By the mid-19th century, tomahawks were used more commonly as ceremonial objects than in warfare.
Provenance: private S.S. collection, Los Angeles, California, USA
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Display stands not described as included/custom in the item description are for photography purposes only and will not be included with the item upon shipping.
#172783Some minor losses to fray and loosening of beadwork. Expected surface wear to head and handle as shown. Otherwise, intact and excellent with nice patina.Condition
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