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Blackfoot Indian Warrior Shield c.1890

Currency:USD Category:Collectibles Start Price:25.00 USD Estimated At:500.00 - 2,500.00 USD
Blackfoot Indian Warrior Shield c.1890
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This is an early Blackfoot/Blackfeet Native American Indian warrior shield from circa late 19th to early 20th century. The piece had been previously determined to be from circa 1890 by a private collector. The shield is made from buffalo hide with brain tanned fringe at the top. The piece shows the image of a buffalo painted with organic dyes. A cluster of feathers wrapped with trade cloth is also attached to the front of the shield (identified as turkey feathers). The Blackfeet warrior shield is in good condition. It measures 13" in diameter. Please review pictures for condition and desciption correctness.