Cheyenne Beaded and Fringed Hide Child's Dress, Southern Plains

hide, glass beadwork, red and yellow ochre, cowrie shells, tin cones, red trade cloth.

Sold Sotheby's New York, April 1974, lot 286
George Shaw, Aspen CO
Hugh and Gay Eaton Collection, Aspen CO, acquired from the above

Aspen Art Museum, Art of Grace and Passion, Aspen CO, 1999

Shaw, 1999, p. 36, illustrated

Very good condition with typical wear from age and use. Less than 1% restoration.
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.

Reference: Phelps, 1976, p. 341, no. 1618; Sotheby's NY, May 2014, lot 15.