April 12, 2019 Gold Rush, Western, & Native American, Las Vegas
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 4/12/2019
Circa 1880's sinew sewn vest featuring armed warrior figures. Front depicts two warriors standing with rifles, and two mounted on horses. Back of vest features three mounted warriors and three crosses. Executed in light blue, green, red, dark blue, brown and greasy yellow beads on a white field. Vest is buckskin lined in early red patterned cloth that shows some tattering around the edges. Front has five scalloped silver buttons and buckskin thongs at opening. There is no bead loss. Vest is very displayable and is adult sized. Former Marlen Krause collection.
Condition: (Very Good).
Item Dimensions: 21"L x 20"W.