April 12, 2019 Gold Rush, Western, & Native American, Las Vegas
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 4/12/2019
Circa 1930s to 1940s. Attributed to "Wades in the Water" (1871-1947), a notable Blackfoot Indian chieftain and tribal council leader. Throughout his life on the Blackfeet Indian Reservation, "Wades in the Water" maintained an active interest in the old Blackfeet ceremonies. This painted elk hide robe is similar to other Blackfeet robes painted by "Wades in the Water" that were displayed at Glacier National Park, Montana, in the 1930's through the 1940's. Painted red, black, and yellow human and horse figures depict Blackfeet war exploits against the Crow. Housed in a large display frame behind plexiglass.
Condition: (Excellent).
Item Dimensions: Framed: 98 - 1/2" x 80".