POCAS COSAS

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Native American Indian Folk Art and Beadwork

Pocas Cosas specializes in Native American Indian folk art and beadwork:

  • Clay animals and figures by Navajo folk artist Mami Deschillie
  • Cardboard, painted animals and figures by Navajo folkartist Mami Deschillie
  • Wood carvings by Navajo folk artist Johnson Antonio

 

Native American Indian beadwork, a beautiful beaded pouch on native-tanned hide, Woodlands Indian, c. 1910-20. The beads are very fine, and the beadwork is exceptional! Main photo. Native American Indian beadwork, a beautiful beaded pouch on native-tanned hide, Woodlands Indian, c. 1910-20. The beads are very fine, and the beadwork is exceptional! Closeup photo of the front of the pouch. Native American Indian beadwork, a beautiful beaded pouch on native-tanned hide, Woodlands Indian, c. 1910-20. The beads are very fine, and the beadwork is exceptional! Photo of the back side of the pouch.
PP-8: Native American Indian beadwork, a beautiful beaded pouch on native-tanned hide, Woodlands Indian, c. 1910-20. The beads are very fine, and the beadwork is exceptional! Condition is very good given the age of the piece; there are c. 5 beads missing along the top edge of the pouch. Size: 3 1/2 inches high by 3 1/2 inches wide. Price: $325.

 

Native American Indian antique beadwork and folk-art, a Lakota (Sioux) beaded ration-pouch, c. 1890-1900. The beadwork on the pouch is very fine, and the pouch has a handle of lovely glass beads. Main photo of Lakota beadwork pouch. Native American Indian antique beadwork and folk-art, a Lakota (Sioux) beaded ration-pouch, c. 1890-1900. The beadwork on the pouch is very fine, and the pouch has a handle of lovely glass beads. Closeup photo of the front of the Lakota beadwork and leather ration pouch. Native American Indian antique beadwork and folk-art, a Lakota (Sioux) beaded ration-pouch, c. 1890-1900. The beadwork on the pouch is very fine, and the pouch has a handle of lovely glass beads. Photo of the back side of the Lakota beaded leather pouch. Native American Indian antique beadwork and folk-art, a Lakota (Sioux) beaded ration-pouch, c. 1890-1900. The beadwork on the pouch is very fine, and the pouch has a handle of lovely glass beads. Another photo of the back side of the beaded leather Lakota (Sioux) ration pouch.
OO-13: Native American Indian antique beadwork and folk-art, a Lakota (Sioux) beaded ration-pouch, c. 1890-1900. The beadwork on the pouch is very fine, and the pouch has a handle of lovely glass beads. Condition is very good. Size: 4 3/4 inches high (not including fringe at bottom or handle) by 2 1/4 inches wide. Price: $185.

 

Native American Indian antique folk art, a carved, bone totem pole from Alaska, c. 1920-30's. The figure of the Raven with outstretched wings (the mythical hero of the Tlingit) hovers at the top of the pole, sheltering the three children of the sun. Main photo of the totem pole. Native American Indian antique folk art, a carved, bone totem pole from Alaska, c. 1920-30's. The figure of the Raven with outstretched wings (the mythical hero of the Tlingit) hovers at the top of the pole, sheltering the three children of the sun. Photo of the Raven at the top of the pole. Native American Indian antique folk art, a carved, bone totem pole from Alaska, c. 1920-30's. The figure of the Raven with outstretched wings (the mythical hero of the Tlingit) hovers at the top of the pole, sheltering the three children of the sun. Photo of the bottom third of the pole. Native American Indian antique folk art, a carved, bone totem pole from Alaska, c. 1920-30's. The figure of the Raven with outstretched wings (the mythical hero of the Tlingit) hovers at the top of the pole, sheltering the three children of the sun. Photo of the center of the pole showing a face. Native American Indian antique folk art, a carved, bone totem pole from Alaska, c. 1920-30's. The figure of the Raven with outstretched wings (the mythical hero of the Tlingit) hovers at the top of the pole, sheltering the three children of the sun. Closeup photo of the bottom of the pole, showing what looks like a mythical whale figure. Native American Indian antique folk art, a carved, bone totem pole from Alaska, c. 1920-30's. The figure of the Raven with outstretched wings (the mythical hero of the Tlingit) hovers at the top of the pole, sheltering the three children of the sun. Side view of the totem pole. Native American Indian antique folk art, a carved, bone totem pole from Alaska, c. 1920-30's. The figure of the Raven with outstretched wings (the mythical hero of the Tlingit) hovers at the top of the pole, sheltering the three children of the sun. Closeup photo from the side, showing the Raven and its beak. Native American Indian antique folk art, a carved, bone totem pole from Alaska, c. 1920-30's. The figure of the Raven with outstretched wings (the mythical hero of the Tlingit) hovers at the top of the pole, sheltering the three children of the sun. Side view of the bottom figures on the pole. Native American Indian antique folk art, a carved, bone totem pole from Alaska, c. 1920-30's. The figure of the Raven with outstretched wings (the mythical hero of the Tlingit) hovers at the top of the pole, sheltering the three children of the sun. Photo showing the bottom of the totem pole.
JJ-12: Native American Indian antique folk art, a carved, bone totem pole from Alaska, c. 1920-30's. The figure of the Raven with outstretched wings (the mythical hero of the Tlingit) hovers at the top of the pole, sheltering the three children of the sun. Condition is very good; there is some fading of the paint due to age. Size: 8 1/4 inches high by 4 inches wide at the wings, by 1 3/4 inches deep (front to back). Price: $875.

 

Native American Indian arts and antiques and Northwest Coast Indian arts, a beautiful spoon, made from horn, and incised with an image of a whale, Northwest Coast, Haida people of the Queen Charlotte Islands, British Columbia, c. 1860-80. Main photo of the Haida horn-spoon. Native American Indian arts and antiques and Northwest Coast Indian arts, a beautiful spoon, made from horn, and incised with an image of a whale, Northwest Coast, Haida people of the Queen Charlotte Islands, British Columbia, c. 1860-80. Closeup of the incised whale on the spoon. Native American Indian arts and antiques and Northwest Coast Indian arts, a beautiful spoon, made from horn, and incised with an image of a whale, Northwest Coast, Haida people of the Queen Charlotte Islands, British Columbia, c. 1860-80. Photo of the front of the spoon with the original collector's tag. Native American Indian arts and antiques and Northwest Coast Indian arts, a beautiful spoon, made from horn, and incised with an image of a whale, Northwest Coast, Haida people of the Queen Charlotte Islands, British Columbia, c. 1860-80. Closeup photo of the tag on the front of the spoon. Native American Indian arts and antiques and Northwest Coast Indian arts, a beautiful spoon, made from horn, and incised with an image of a whale, Northwest Coast, Haida people of the Queen Charlotte Islands, British Columbia, c. 1860-80. Photo of the spoon lying on its side.
II-5: Native American Indian arts and antiques and Northwest Coast Indian arts, a beautiful spoon, made from horn, and incised with an image of a whale, Northwest Coast, Haida people of the Queen Charlotte Islands, British Columbia, c. 1860-80. This is a highly unique, museum-quality piece of Northwest Coast Indian art. The carving on the back of the horn-spoon is extremely well-executed! The identification tag of the original collector is still on the front of the spoon (please, see photo in the Gallery). Condition is excellent. Size: 7 inches long by 2 inches wide at the widest part of the spoon. Price: $675.

 

Native American Indian wood-carving and folk art, a Northwest Coast carved wooden miniature mask in the form of a bear with abalone inlaid eyes, signed LAVALLE, c. 1960's. Main photo of the Northwest Coast carved wooden mask. Native American Indian wood-carving and folk art, a Northwest Coast carved wooden miniature mask in the form of a bear with abalone inlaid eyes, signed LAVALLE, c. 1960's. Photo showing a side of the mask. Native American Indian wood-carving and folk art, a Northwest Coast carved wooden miniature mask in the form of a bear with abalone inlaid eyes, signed LAVALLE, c. 1960's. Photo showing the second side of the miniature mask. Native American Indian wood-carving and folk art, a Northwest Coast carved wooden miniature mask in the form of a bear with abalone inlaid eyes, signed LAVALLE, c. 1960's. Photo showing the back side of the Northwest Coast carve miniature mask. Native American Indian wood-carving and folk art, a Northwest Coast carved wooden miniature mask in the form of a bear with abalone inlaid eyes, signed LAVALLE, c. 1960's. Closeup photo showing the maker's signature, LAVALLE. Native American Indian wood-carving and folk art, a Northwest Coast carved wooden miniature mask in the form of a bear with abalone inlaid eyes, signed LAVALLE, c. 1960's. Another view of the front side of the mask.
II-13: Native American Indian wood-carving and folk art, a Northwest Coast small (c. hand-sized) carved wooden mask in the form of a bear with abalone inlaid eyes, signed LAVALLE, c. 1960's. Mask is beautifully carved and painted, by a recognized, deceased native artist. Condition is excellent. Size: 4 inches high including the ears by 3 3/4 inches wide by 5 inches long (front to back, including the tongue). Price: $450.

 

Native American Indian vintage folk art and beadwork, a pair of baby's mocassins from Alaska, probably Aleut, c. 1930-45. The mocassins feature a lovely bird design and wonderfully soft seal skin. Main photo, Native American Indian vintage folk art and beadwork, a pair of baby's mocassins from Alaska, probably Aleut, c. 1930-45. The mocassins feature a lovely bird design and wonderfully soft seal skin. Closeup photo of the beadwork on the toes. Native American Indian vintage folk art and beadwork, a pair of baby's mocassins from Alaska, probably Aleut, c. 1930-45. The mocassins feature a lovely bird design and wonderfully soft seal skin. Photo of the bottoms of the mocassins.
GG-2: Native American Indian vintage folk art and beadwork, a pair of baby's mocassins from Alaska, probably Aleut, c. 1930-45. The mocassins feature a lovely bird design and wonderfully soft seal skin. Condition is excellent. Size: 4 14 inches long by 2 1/2 inches high. Price: $175.

 

Native American Indian antique folk art, a wood-carved totem pole from the Pacific Northwest, Squamish, c. 1950. The totem pole features a wonderful eagle at the top, a transformation figure, and a beautiful bear. Main photo of totem pole. Native American Indian antique folk art, a wood-carved totem pole from the Pacific Northwest, Squamish, c. 1950. The totem pole features a wonderful eagle at the top, a transformation figure, and a beautiful bear. Photo of the top eagle. Native American Indian antique folk art, a wood-carved totem pole from the Pacific Northwest, Squamish, c. 1950. The totem pole features a wonderful eagle at the top, a transformation figure, and a beautiful bear. Another closeup of the bear. Native American Indian antique folk art, a wood-carved totem pole from the Pacific Northwest, Squamish, c. 1950. The totem pole features a wonderful eagle at the top, a transformation figure, and a beautiful bear. Another closeup photo of the eagle at the top of the pole. Native American Indian antique folk art, a wood-carved totem pole from the Pacific Northwest, Squamish, c. 1950. The totem pole features a wonderful eagle at the top, a transformation figure, and a beautiful bear. Photo of the back side of the totem pole. Native American Indian antique folk art, a wood-carved totem pole from the Pacific Northwest, Squamish, c. 1950. The totem pole features a wonderful eagle at the top, a transformation figure, and a beautiful bear. Closeup of the artist's signature on the back of the pole.
EE-1: Native American Indian antique folk art, a wood-carved totem pole from the Pacific Northwest, Squamish, c. 1950. The totem pole features a wonderful eagle at the top, a transformation figure, and a beautiful bear. The pole is signed on the back by famous Squamish carver, Howard Williams. Condition is excellent. Size: 24 1/2 inches high by 24 inches wide at eagle's wings by 6 inches deep (front to back). Price: $750.

 

Native American Indian pottery and folk art, a story-teller from Jemez Pueblo with five children, signed B. Laretto, c. 1980. The grandmother's mouth is open, and the five children are obviously enthralled by her stories. Native American Indian pottery and folk art, a story-teller from Jemez Pueblo with five children, signed B. Laretto, c. 1980. The grandmother's mouth is open, and the five children are obviously enthralled by her stories. A side-view of the story teller. Native American Indian pottery and folk art, a story-teller from Jemez Pueblo with five children, signed B. Laretto, c. 1980. The grandmother's mouth is open, and the five children are obviously enthralled by her stories. A photo of the bottom of the figure showing the artist's signature.
EE-3: Native American Indian pottery and folk art, a story-teller from Jemez Pueblo with five children, signed B. Loretto, c. 1980. The grandmother's mouth is open, and the five children are obviously enthralled by her stories. Condition is excellent. Size: 4 inches high by 3 1/4 wide, at the widest point. Price: $200.

 

Native American Indian antique beadwork and folk art, a finely beaded belt-pouch, Cree, c. 1910-20. The beadwork is very fine and coloful, and condition is excellent given the age of the piece. Native American Indian antique beadwork and folk art, a finely beaded belt-pouch, Cree, c. 1910-20. The beadwork is very fine and coloful, and condition is excellent given the age of the piece. Photo of the back side of pouch. Native American Indian antique beadwork and folk art, a finely beaded belt-pouch, Cree, c. 1910-20. The beadwork is very fine and coloful, and condition is excellent given the age of the piece. Closeup photo of the fine beadwork.
EE-10: Native American Indian antique beadwork and folk art, a finely beaded belt-pouch, Cree, c. 1910-20. The beadwork is very fine and coloful, and condition is excellent given the age of the piece.
SOLD. Thank you!

 

Native American Indian antique beadwork and folk art, a very finely beaded bag with some metallic beads, Plains, c. 1890-1900. The bag has a lovely checker-board pattern on one side, and a cross on the other. Native American Indian antique beadwork and folk art, a very finely beaded bag with some metallic beads, Plains, c. 1890-1900. The bag has a lovely checker-board pattern on one side, and a cross on the other. Photo of the back side of pouch. Native American Indian antique beadwork and folk art, a very finely beaded bag with some metallic beads, Plains, c. 1890-1900. The bag has a lovely checker-board pattern on one side, and a cross on the other. Closeup photo of the beadwork on the front of the pouch.
EE-11: Native American Indian antique beadwork and folk art, a very finely beaded bag with some metallic beads, Plains, c. 1890-1900. The bag has a lovely checker-board pattern on one side, and a cross on the other. It is sinew-sown with a very nice handle and leather fringe. Condition is very good, given the age of the piece! Size: 3 3/4 inches high (excluding handle) by 3 inches wide (excluding fringe). Price: $325.

 

Native American Indian woodcarving and folk art, a lovely totem pole from the Pacific Northwest, c. 1940. The pole is carved from cedar and depicts an eagle and bear. Main photo of totem pole. Native American Indian woodcarving and folk art, a lovely totem pole from the Pacific Northwest, c. 1940. The pole is carved from cedar and depicts an eagle and bear. Photo showing the back side of the pole. Native American Indian woodcarving and folk art, a lovely totem pole from the Pacific Northwest, c. 1940. The pole is carved from cedar and depicts an eagle and bear. Photo showing the eagle at the top of the totem pole. Native American Indian woodcarving and folk art, a lovely totem pole from the Pacific Northwest, c. 1940. The pole is carved from cedar and depicts an eagle and bear. Photo showing the bear figure carved near the middle of the totem pole. Native American Indian woodcarving and folk art, a lovely totem pole from the Pacific Northwest, c. 1940. The pole is carved from cedar and depicts an eagle and bear. Photo showing the figure near the bottom of the pole. Native American Indian woodcarving and folk art, a lovely totem pole from the Pacific Northwest, c. 1940. The pole is carved from cedar and depicts an eagle and bear. Photo showing a side-view of the totem pole.
DD-22: Native American Indian woodcarving and folk art, a lovely totem pole from the Pacific Northwest, c. 1940. The pole is carved from cedar and depicts an eagle and bear. The carving is exceptional. Condition is excellent. Size: 19 inches high by 7 1/2 inches wide at the eagle's wings by 2 inches deep (not including the stand). Price: $675.

 

Native American Indian antique beadwork and folk art, a beautifully beaded Apache pouch (ration-ticket pouch), c. 1890. The ration pouch features two American flags on one side, and a wonderful checkerboard pattern on the other. Photo showing the American flags on one side of the beaded pouch. Native American Indian antique beadwork and folk art, a beautifully beaded Apache pouch (ration-ticket pouch), c. 1890. The ration pouch features two American flags on one side, and a wonderful checkerboard pattern on the other. A photo showing the beaded checkerboard pattern on the other side of the pouch. Native American Indian antique beadwork and folk art, a beautifully beaded Apache pouch (ration-ticket pouch), c. 1890. The ration pouch features two American flags on one side, and a wonderful checkerboard pattern on the other. A closeup photo of the two American flags on one side of the pouch.
DD-23: Native American Indian antique beadwork and folk art, a beautifully beaded Apache pouch (ration-ticket pouch), c. 1890. The ration pouch features two American flags on one side, and a wonderful checkerboard pattern on the other. The beadwork is extremely fine! Condition is excellent, especially given the age of this piece. Size: 5 inches high by 3 1/2 inches wide at the widest point. Price: $650.

 

Native American Indian beaded pouch, Apache, c. 1850's. The pouch (probably a "ration pouch") has a wonderful handle and beaded flap. The beads are very small (including the "whities") and the beadwork is exquisite. Main photo of pouch. Native American Indian beaded pouch, Apache, c. 1850's. The pouch (probably a "ration pouch") has a wonderful handle and beaded flap. The beads are very small (including the "whities") and the beadwork is exquisite. Photo shows inside of pouch with flap raised. Native American Indian beaded pouch, Apache, c. 1850's. The pouch (probably a "ration pouch") has a wonderful handle and beaded flap. The beads are very small (including the "whities") and the beadwork is exquisite. Photo of the back side of pouch. Native American Indian beaded pouch, Apache, c. 1850's. The pouch (probably a "ration pouch") has a wonderful handle and beaded flap. The beads are very small (including the "whities") and the beadwork is exquisite. Closeup photo of the beadwork. Native American Indian beaded pouch, Apache, c. 1850's. The pouch (probably a "ration pouch") has a wonderful handle and beaded flap. The beads are very small (including the "whities") and the beadwork is exquisite. Photo of the beaded flap on the front of the pouch.
DD-15: Native American Indian beaded pouch, Apache, c. 1850's. The pouch (probably a "ration pouch") has a wonderful handle and beaded flap. The beads are very small (including the "whities") and the beadwork is exquisite. Condition is excellent. Size: 2 1/2 diameter (body of pouch) by 4 1/2 inches high with the flap open.
SOLD. Thank you!

 

Native American Indian antique beadwork, a pair of Sioux (Lakota) beaded mocassins, c. 1890. The beadwork is exceptionally fine. The mocassins have a bi-furcated tongue. Main photo. Native American Indian antique beadwork, a pair of Sioux (Lakota) beaded mocassins, c. 1890. The beadwork is exceptionally fine. The mocassins have a bi-furcated tongue. Closeup photo. Native American Indian antique beadwork, a pair of Sioux (Lakota) beaded mocassins, c. 1890. The beadwork is exceptionally fine. The mocassins have a bi-furcated tongue. A second closeup photo showing the bi-furcated tongue. Native American Indian antique beadwork, a pair of Sioux (Lakota) beaded mocassins, c. 1890. The beadwork is exceptionally fine. The mocassins have a bi-furcated tongue. A photo showing the bottoms of the mocassins.
DD-17: Native American Indian antique beadwork, a pair of Sioux (Lakota) beaded mocassins, c. 1890. The beadwork is exceptionally fine. The mocassins have a bi-furcated tongue. Condition is very good; they show some wear, especially along the top edge or opening for the foot.
SOLD. Thank you!

 

Native American Indian vintage pottery, a storyteller in the form of a bear mother with cub, Cochiti, c. 1980. The bears are beautifully formed and painted. Main photo. Native American Indian vintage pottery, a storyteller in the form of a bear mother with cub, Cochiti, c. 1980. The bears are beautifully formed and painted. Photo showing a side view. Native American Indian vintage pottery, a storyteller in the form of a bear mother with cub, Cochiti, c. 1980. The bears are beautifully formed and painted. Photo showing the bottom of the storyteller with the artist's signature.
DD-16: Native American Indian vintage pottery, a storyteller in the form of a bear mother with cub, Cochiti, c. 1980. The bears are beautifully formed and painted. The piece is signed on the bottom. This is about as cute and endearing as it gets! Condition is excellent. Size: 3 inches high by 2 1/16 inches wide, at the widest part. Price: $125.

 

Native American Indian wood-carving and folk art, a Northwest Coast carved grease-bowl in the form of a raven, c. 1910-20. The raven bowl is beautifully carved and is wonderfully inlaid with pieces of abalone shell. Main photo. Native American Indian wood-carving and folk art, a Northwest Coast carved grease-bowl in the form of a raven, c. 1910-20. The raven bowl is beautifully carved and is wonderfully inlaid with pieces of abalone shell. Closeup of the raven's head. Native American Indian wood-carving and folk art, a Northwest Coast carved grease-bowl in the form of a raven, c. 1910-20. The raven bowl is beautifully carved and is wonderfully inlaid with pieces of abalone shell. Photo from above the bowl, showing the inside. Native American Indian wood-carving and folk art, a Northwest Coast carved grease-bowl in the form of a raven, c. 1910-20. The raven bowl is beautifully carved and is wonderfully inlaid with pieces of abalone shell. Photo showing the carving on the tail of the raven. Native American Indian wood-carving and folk art, a Northwest Coast carved grease-bowl in the form of a raven, c. 1910-20. The raven bowl is beautifully carved and is wonderfully inlaid with pieces of abalone shell. Photo showing the side of the raven bowl. Native American Indian wood-carving and folk art, a Northwest Coast carved grease-bowl in the form of a raven, c. 1910-20. The raven bowl is beautifully carved and is wonderfully inlaid with pieces of abalone shell. Photo showing the beak and tongue of the raven.
Y-6: Native American Indian wood-carving and folk art, a Northwest Coast carved grease-bowl in the form of a raven, c. 1910-20. The raven bowl is beautifully carved and is wonderfully inlaid with pieces of abalone shell. Condition is excellent. Size: 8 inches long by 2 1/2 inches wide by 2 inches high at the raven's head.
SOLD. Thank you!

 

Native American Indian beadwork and folk art, a Plains knife-sheath with ghost-dance designs and symbolism, c. 1890-1910. The sheath is sinew sown with brain-tanned leather, and with fringe and bottom-tassles with beads. Main photo. Native American Indian beadwork and folk art, a Plains knife-sheath with ghost-dance designs and symbolism, c. 1890-1910. The sheath is sinew sown with brain-tanned leather, and with fringe and bottom-tassles with beads. Closeup of beadwork horse on the front. Native American Indian beadwork and folk art, a Plains knife-sheath with ghost-dance designs and symbolism, c. 1890-1910. The sheath is sinew sown with brain-tanned leather, and with fringe and bottom-tassles with beads. Closeup photo of the eagle painted on the front. Native American Indian beadwork and folk art, a Plains knife-sheath with ghost-dance designs and symbolism, c. 1890-1910. The sheath is sinew sown with brain-tanned leather, and with fringe and bottom-tassles with beads. Closeup photo of the symbols near the top of the sheath. Native American Indian beadwork and folk art, a Plains knife-sheath with ghost-dance designs and symbolism, c. 1890-1910. The sheath is sinew sown with brain-tanned leather, and with fringe and bottom-tassles with beads. Photo showing the decorative tassles with beads at the bottom of the sheath. Native American Indian beadwork and folk art, a Plains knife-sheath with ghost-dance designs and symbolism, c. 1890-1910. The sheath is sinew sown with brain-tanned leather, and with fringe and bottom-tassles with beads. Photo showing the back side of the sheath.
Y-8: Native American Indian beadwork and folk art, a Plains knife-sheath with ghost-dance designs and symbolism, c. 1890-1910. The sheath is sinew sown with brain-tanned leather, and with fringe and bottom-tassles with beads. The central designs are a beautiful beaded horse and a painted eagle on the front. Condition is good; the sheath shows some age and displays some darkening or slight staining. Size: 9 inches high with the bottom tassles (7 inches without tassles) by 3 inches wide near the top. Price: $350.

 

Native American Indian beadwork baby mocassins, Lakota or Cheyenne, c. 1890-1900. The beadwork is fantastic and is in great condition. Main photo. Native American Indian beadwork baby mocassins, Lakota or Cheyenne, c. 1890-1900. The beadwork is fantastic and is in great condition. Another view of the mocassins. Native American Indian beadwork baby mocassins, Lakota or Cheyenne, c. 1890-1900. The beadwork is fantastic and is in great condition. A closeup of the beadwork on one of the mocassins. Native American Indian beadwork baby mocassins, Lakota or Cheyenne, c. 1890-1900. The beadwork is fantastic and is in great condition. A photo showing the back of the mocassins. Native American Indian beadwork baby mocassins, Lakota or Cheyenne, c. 1890-1900. The beadwork is fantastic and is in great condition. A photo showing the bottoms of the mocassins.
Y-2: Native American Indian beadwork, baby mocassins, Lakota or Cheyenne, c. 1890-1900. The beadwork is fantastic and is in great condition. The mocassins show age and probable use, but are in excellent condition overall. Size: 4 3/4 inches long by 2 1/4 inches wide by 2 inches high at back. Price: $475.

 

Native American Indian pottery or folk art, a storyteller attributed to Demasia Cordero, sister of the famous potter, Helen Cordero, and also famous in her own rite, c. 1940. Native American Indian pottery or folk art, a storyteller attributed to Demasia Cordero, sister of the famous potter, Helen Cordero, and also famous in her own rite, c. 1940. A photo giving a side-view of the piece. Native American Indian pottery or folk art, a storyteller attributed to Demasia Cordero, sister of the famous potter, Helen Cordero, and also famous in her own rite, c. 1940. A photo giving a view of the back-side of the pottery piece. Native American Indian pottery or folk art, a storyteller attributed to Demasia Cordero, sister of the famous potter, Helen Cordero, and also famous in her own rite, c. 1940. A photo of the bottom of the pottery piece.
M-2: Native American Indian pottery or folk art, a storyteller attributed to Demasia Cordero, sister of the famous potter, Helen Cordero, and also famous in her own rite, c. 1940. Wonderful patina. This is a truly endearing piece of folk art. Condition is very good; there are some irregularities in the paint/finish, as is typical of her work.
SOLD. Thank you!

 

I-6: Native American Indian folk art, pair of Navajo dolls, c. 1950. Wonderfully dressed in traditional Navajo clothes and jewelry. Faces are stitched (v. painted on). Size: 7" tall x 4" wide at waists. Price: $125 for the pair. Closeup photo of the face of one of the Navajo folk art dolls. Closeup photo of the face of the second of the pair of Navajo folk art dolls. Photo of the backs of the Navajo folk art dolls.
I-6: Native American Indian folk art, pair of Navajo dolls, c. 1950. Wonderfully dressed in traditional Navajo clothes and jewelry. Faces are stitched (v. painted on). Size: 7" tall x 4" wide at waists. Price: $125 for the pair.

 

Native American Indian folk art, Navajo wood carving of a bull by Johnson Antonio, 1992. Closeup photo of Navajo folk art wood carving of a bull by Johnson Antonio. Navajo wood carving, a bull by Johson Antoio, closeup photo of signature on bottom.
G-3: Native American Indian folk art, a Navajo wood carving by famed Navajo folk artist Johnson Antonio, 1992. The piece is signed and dated on the bottom. Size: 7 1/2" long x 3 1/2" tall x 2 1/2" wide. Condition is excellent. Price: $325.

 

Native American Indian folk art, Navajo wood carving by Johnson Antonio, c. 1980's. Photo, side view of Navajo wood carving by Johnson Antonio of elderly woman with cane. Navajo wood carving of elderly woman, view of back. Photo of signature on bottom of carving of elderly Navajo woman.
G-4: Native American Indian folk art, a Navajo wood carving by Navajo folk artist Johson Antonio, c. 1980's. Signed on the bottom. The carving depicts an old Navajo woman leaning on her cane and holding a spindle and yarn. Size: 12 1/2" high x 6" wide x 8 1/2" deep (front to back). Condition is mint. Price: $1400.

 

Native American Indian folk art, cardboard cutout of goat by Mami Deschillie, c. 1980. Closeup photo of head of goat by Navajo folk artist Mami Deschillie. Photo of back side of Navajo folk art goat by Mami Deschillie.
G-8: Native American Indian folk art, a cardboard cut-out goat by famed Navajo folk artist Mami Deschillie, c. 1980. Condition of the piece is excellent. Size: 19" tall x 17" wide. Price: $625.

 

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