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Native American, Western United States, Plains Tribes, Sioux (Lakota), ca. 19th century CE. A hand carved wooden dance club in the shape of a horse, made from a single piece of tiger maple with iron rivets for eyes. Men would carve staffs such as this to honor the horses that fell in battle and as aids for storytelling and remembering deeds during battle - even sitting astride the carving like a hobby horse. Sioux people came to depend heavily on horses after European introduction, and immortalizing their horses in ceremonial dances and ceremonies became a natural part of celebrating their steed and deep bond. Size: 3.5" L x 1.5" W x 26" H (8.9 cm x 3.8 cm x 66 cm)

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Provenance: private Glorieta, New Mexico, USA collection

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#160492

  • Condition: Chips and abrasions across wood. Old inactive insect bore holes. Areas of discoloration to wood and russet patina on iron eyes. Intact and no repairs. Lustrous and smooth patina to wood.

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