Lot 16
  • 16

A Hopi Painted Wood Dance Wand

Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 USD
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Description

  • wood, Ring-necked Pheasant (Phasianus colchicus) feathers
of elongated rectangular form, painted with classic images of "fertility gods," the edges inserted with Ring-necked Pheasant (Phasianus colchicus) feathers.

Condition

Typical wear for its age but very good original condition. Mounted to a cloth wrapped board for presentation.
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