Lot 6
  • 6

Cheyenne Beaded and Fringed Hide Rifle Scabbard

Estimate
7,000 - 10,000 USD
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Description

  • Deer skin (Odocoileus hemionus), glass beadwork, ochre pigments
composed of finely tanned buffalo hide, decorated overall with yellow ochre, sinew sewn on the head and butt in typical colors against a white lazy-stitched glass beadwork ground, with a stylized butterfly motif.

Condition

The hide is clean and very supple. Some minor beadloss.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.