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Antique 19th Century Navajo Chief Hand Woven Wool Blanket Stripe Earthtones
Located in Hyattsville, MD
G.A.H. Monogram in two places. Hand woven patches. Frayed edges, holes, etc. 76 x 59 in
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Antique 19th Century American Native American Quilts and Blankets

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Wool

"O-HYA-WA-MINCE-KEE, "Chippewa Chief" McKenney Hall Hand Painted Litho C.1843
By McKenney Hall
Located in Incline Village, NV
Native American Indian Western Americana and fine art. Prior: W. Graham Arader III Gallery. Images of
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Antique 1840s American Native American Historical Memorabilia

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Paper

Vintage Indian Chief Bottle Letter Opener in Bronze
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A charming desk set in cast bronze. Matching bottle and letter opener with Native American Indian
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Letter Openers

Materials

Bronze

Ahyouwaighs, Chief of Six Nations: Hand-colored McKenney Folio-sized Lithograph
By McKenney Hall
Located in Alamo, CA
American entitled "Ahyouwaighs, Chief of the Six Nations", drawn by J. T. Bowen after a painting by Charles
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1830s Naturalistic Portrait Prints

Materials

Engraving

The Indian Tribes of North America by Thomas McKenney and James Hall, 3 Vols.
By McKenney Hall
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
covetable feature: the color portraits of many Native Americans, primarily tribal chiefs. Thomas McKenney
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Vintage 1930s Scottish Books

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Fabric, Paper

18K and Carved Rubelite of a American Indian Vintage Brooch/Pendant, by Alopa.
Located in Aspen, CO
American Indian chief respected by his people. It is 18K and marked on the verso. This well carved stone
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Rubelite, 18k Gold

How the West Was Won, Montana by David Yarrow - Contemporary Photography
By David Yarrow
Located in Chicago, IL
dedicated to Grant Bulltail, the Native American Crow chief who sadly passed away last year. He was a joy to
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Color Photography

Materials

Archival Pigment

Edwardian Sterling Silver Photograph Frame in Art Nouveau Style
By Charles S. Green Co.
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
also known by the names Ayenwathaaa and Aiionwatha, was a pre-colonial Native American leader and chief
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Antique Early 1900s English Art Nouveau Picture Frames

Materials

Sterling Silver

Gold Locket Featuring a Native American Chief
Located in London, GB
frames. Surprisingly, the Locket is French and not American as one would have expected. It is stamped
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Antique Early 1900s French Necklace Enhancers

Materials

18k Gold

Georges-Raoul Garreau Art Deco Pair Bronze Native American Chiefs
By Georges Garreau
Located in London, GB
A pair of patinated bronze bookends in the guise of North American Indian chiefs. These sit proudly
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco More Desk Accessories

Materials

Bronze

Chief
By David Yarrow
Located in London, GB
Chief David Yarrow: “We photographed senior Native Americans against the backdrop of emblematic
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21st Century and Contemporary Black and White Photography

Materials

Archival Pigment

Chief
By David Yarrow
Located in London, GB
Chief David Yarrow: “We photographed senior Native Americans against the backdrop of emblematic
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21st Century and Contemporary Black and White Photography

Materials

Archival Pigment

Joseff of Hollywood 1950s Russian Gold Plate Native American Vintage Earrings
By Joseff of Hollywood
Located in Wigan, GB
was famed for producing. They feature a magnificient design detailed with a Native American Chief
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Vintage 1950s American Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Base Metal

Olaf Wieghorst Original Gouache Painting Native American Portrait Chief Signed
By Olaf Wieghorst
Located in Bloomington, MN
depicts a handsome Native American. Furthermore, of all the stunning masterpieces he has created, often
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Mid-20th Century Realist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Gouache

Folk Art Whirligig Indian Chief in Boat Nautical Native American
Located in Lenox, MA
This beautiful whirligig, made of carved wood which was hand painted, depicts an Indian in a red canoe with yellow paddles. It was crafted by a naive artist in NEw England. Whirligig...
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20th Century American Folk Art Sculptures

20th Century Pair of Native American Nutwood Bookends
Located in Copenhagen, Copenhagen
20th century pair of Native American bookends. Two American Chiefs with feather ornaments carved in
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Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Bookends

Materials

Wood

Germantown Third Phase Chief Variant Blanket, circa 1890s
Located in Santa Fe, NM
A third phase variant chief’s blanket, circa 1890's. Woven from commercially spun and dyed wool
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Antique 1890s North American Native American Quilts and Blankets

Materials

Wool

Paint-Decorated Shelf Carved in the Form of a Native American Chief
Located in York County, PA
Paint-decorated shelf, carved in the form of a native American chief with great colors and
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Antique 1890s American Native American Objects

Materials

Wood

Native American Chief s Wearing Blanket, Navajo, Classic Period, circa 1865
By Navajo Indian Art
Located in Denver, CO
A third phase chiefs blanket in a nine-point pattern with cross motifs. Very finely woven of native
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Antique Mid-19th Century American Native American Native American Objects

Materials

Wool

Antique Folk Art Carved Native American Chief Head Advertising Sign
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
Antique Folk Art Carved Native American Chief Head Advertising Sign. Folk Art Indian Tobacco
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Early 20th Century American Folk Art Signs

Materials

Wood

Vintage Native American Chief Ring Zuni Signed Inlay
By Zuni
Located in New York, NY
Native American Chief Ring Zuni Signed Inlay Turquoise Coral Onyx Mother of pearl heard stone
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20th Century Fashion Rings

Materials

Coral, Onyx, Turquoise

Group of Six Native American Chiefs and Warriors.
By McKenney Hall
Located in London, GB
McKENNEY, Thomas; James HALL. Group of Six Native American Chiefs and Warriors. Daniel Rice and J.G
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1840s Naturalistic Portrait Prints

Materials

Paper, Watercolor, Lithograph

Large Vintage Native American Chief Bust, Bronze, Sculpture, Sioux, after Kauba
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a large, vintage Native American chief bust. A Continental, bronze sculpture of a Sioux
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20th Century Busts

Materials

Bronze

"Moa-na-hon-ga" Native American Chief Lithograph
Located in New York, NY
Moa-na-hon-ga. Great Walker. Ioaway Chief. McKenny and Hall hand painted lithograph dated 1838 and
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Antique 1830s American Prints

Native American Child s Chiefs Blanket, Navajo, 19th Century
By Navajo Indian Art
Located in Denver, CO
A child-sized variant of a second phase chief's wearing blanket. Woven of native hand-spun wool in
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Antique 19th Century American Navajo Native American Objects

Materials

Wool

Native American Indian Chief on Horseback Bronze Sculpture, Circa 1991
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
This is a limited edition David Lemon bronze sculpture depicts a Native American Indian Chief on
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1990s Native American Objects

Chiefs Blanket - Navajo, Early 20th Century
By Navajo Indian Art
Located in Denver, CO
A Chiefs Blanket in a variant of a Third Phase pattern (also referred to as a Fourth Phase
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Early 20th Century American Native American Native American Objects

Classic Period Navajo Chief s Wearing Blanket, circa 1865
Located in Denver, CO
This is an exceptional classic period (pre-reservation) Navajo chiefs wearing blanket. It is very
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Antique 19th Century American Native American Native American Objects

Materials

Wool

Monumental 1973 portrait of Kicking Bear famous Sioux Chief
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A wonderful portrait of a famous native American chief Kicking Bear a famous Sioux chief who also
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Vintage 1970s American Native American Objects

Materials

Canvas

Mid-Century Monumental Hand-Carved Indian Chief Carving
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This amazing monumental hand-carved Indian plaque is in very good as found condition. Found in a early estate in California and originally purchased in Santa Fe, New Mexico. It is al...
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Vintage 1930s American Adirondack Native American Objects

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Wood

Navajo Pictorial Chiefs Blanket from the Trading Post Era
Located in Denver, CO
A Navajo Trading Post Era rug. This is a unique variation on a Chiefs blanket pattern which
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Vintage 1940s American Native American Objects

Wakechai, A Saukie Chief, Hand-Colored Lithograph and Antique Arrowhead, 1842
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
antique Native American arrowhead. Wakechai, or the Crouching Eagle, was one of the village chiefs, or
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Antique 1840s American Native American Objects

Materials

Paper

No-Tin, A Chippewa Chief Hand-Colored Lithograph and Antique Arrowhe, circa 1838
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
an antique Native American arrowhead. No-Tin, also known as Wind, was a Chippewa Chief, who lived
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Antique 1830s American Native American Objects

Materials

Paper

Native American D Delgarito Chief Head Sterling Silver Bolo Pendant with Tips
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Delgaritro. This bolo features a large white stone with a Native American Chief painted on it. Art is
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20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Native American Sterling Silver Desk Accessories
Located in Great Barrington, MA
These sterling silver desk accessories depict two unique Native American chiefs with beautifully
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20th Century American Desk Accessories

Materials

Sterling Silver

American Indian "Chief" Santa Fe Railway Travel Poster, circa 1947
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
illustrated with a paradigmatic image of a Native American chief, so drawn to align the Santa Fe railroad with
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Vintage 1940s American Posters

Blue Hand Painted Native American Oklahoma Serving Tray with Wrapped Handles
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
pierced handle, wrapped in faux rattan. The tray itself is painted in Oklahoma blue. A Native American
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Barware

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Wood, Paint

"Pale Pony" by Glen Edwards, Framed Oil Painting
Located in Essex, MA
Oil on masonite, depicting a Native American chief riding a white horse, in a contemporary gilded
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21st Century and Contemporary American Paintings

Stunning Navajo Third Phase Chief s Blanket
By Native American Art
Located in Denver, CO
A contemporary Chiefs blanket. Finely woven of Churro wool with natural and synthetic dye by an
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21st Century and Contemporary American Native American Decorative Art

American Oil and Pastel Silk Clipper Ship. Red Jacket, 1850
Located in Charleston, SC
The clipper ship Red Jacket, named after a Native American Chief of the Seneca Tribe, was
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Antique 1850s American American Empire Paintings

Lapis Lazuli Native American Indian Chief Statue
Located in Somis, CA
statue, capturing the essence of a Native American leader adorned in his magnificent feathered headdress
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20th Century North American Native American Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Lapis Lazuli

Kish-kal-wa Native American Indian Chief Lithograph
Located in New York, NY
Kish-kal-wa Native American Indian Chief Lithograph. A Shawanoe Chief. Hand painted lithograph, in
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Antique Mid-19th Century American Native American Prints

Materials

Paper

Intervention of Pocahontas - 19th Century Italian Oil Painting American History
Located in Gerrards Cross, GB
This is a large fine 19th century oil on canvas capriccio depicting native American chief
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Late 19th Century Realist Interior Paintings

Materials

Oil

Autographed Photo of Native American Hopi Indian Chief in Full Headdress
Located in Big Flats, NY
A vintage autographed photographed of a Native American Hopi Indian Chief in full headdress, signed
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Mid-20th Century American Native American Photography

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Glass, Wood, Paper

Signed Dated 1946 Hand Carved Wood Folk Art Indian Chief
By Native American Art
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This wonderful hand carved wood and signed Madsin & dated 1946 Indian chief. This amazing carving
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Vintage 1940s American Folk Art Sculptures

Vtg Native American Indian Chief Bear Head Bust Statue Swirl Layered Clay Resin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Native American Indian chief bear head bust statue swirl layered clay resin. Item approx
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Mid-20th Century North American Native American Busts

Materials

Clay, Resin

Near Life-Size Polychrome Bronze of a Native American Indian Chief After Kauba
By Carl Kauba
Located in Queens, NY
Near life-size polychrome bronze of a Native American Indian Chief after Carl Kauba, 20th century
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20th Century Austrian Native American Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Austrian Bronze Sculpture of a Native American Indian Chief
By Carl Kauba
Located in Englewood, NJ
"The Look Out" by, sculptor T. Curts (a.k.a. Carl Kauba) depicting a Native American Indian Chief of a
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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Austrian Bronze of Native American Indian Chief by, Carl Kauba
By Carl Kauba
Located in Englewood, NJ
An Austrian Art Nouveau cold-painted cast bronze and stone sculpture of a Native American Indian
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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Large Collectible Native American Indian Chief Sculpture Signed Vaughn Kendrick
By Vaughn Kendrick, Universal Statuary Corp.
Located in Miami, FL
Artfully crafted by Universal Statuary Corp this collectible Native American Indian sculpture or
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Plaster

Northwest Coast Native American Tlingit Chief Portrait of "Caw-dik-ney"
Located in Hudson, NY
From the collection of Dr, H. T. Luskey Magical portrait of a Tlingit Chief oil on board
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Antique Late 19th Century Paintings

Materials

Paint

Original Hand-colored McKenney Hall Lithograph "Mo Na Hon Ga, An Ioway Chief"
By McKenney Hall
Located in Alamo, CA
An original 19th century hand-colored lithograph of a Native American chief entitled "Mo Na Hon Ga
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1850s Naturalistic Portrait Prints

Materials

Engraving

Intervention of Pocahontas - 19th Century Italian Oil Painting American History
Located in Gerrards Cross, GB
This is a large fine 19th century oil on canvas capriccio depicting native American chief
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Late 19th Century Realist Interior Paintings

Materials

Oil

Near Life-Size Polychrome Bronze of a Native American Indian Chief after Kauba
By Carl Kauba
Located in Queens, NY
Rare Near Life-Size Polychrome Bronze of a Native American Indian Chief after Carl Kauba, 20th
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20th Century Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Near Life-Size Polychrome Bronze of a Native American Indian Chief after Kauba
By Carl Kauba
Located in Long Island City, NY
Rare Near Life-Size Polychrome Bronze of a Native American Indian Chief after Carl Kauba, 20th
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20th Century Austrian Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

"Meeting of the Chiefs" Atchison, Topeka, and Santa Fe Railroad Poster, 1949
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
American chief on horseback, raising his spear to the passing train, drawn so as to align the Santa Fe
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Vintage 1940s American Posters

Materials

Paper

Antique Chief Hawata Figural Chalkware American Indian Portrait Sculpture
Located in Big Flats, NY
American Indian Chief or Brave Hawata, titled "HAWATA", reminiscent of cigar store bust, maker mark as
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20th Century American Native American Busts

Materials

Ceramic

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With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the native American chief you’re looking for. Frequently made of fabric, wool and metal, every native American chief was constructed with great care. Your living room may not be complete without a native American chief — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A native American chief made by Art Nouveau designers — as well as those associated with Folk Art — is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made native American chief over the years, but those crafted by Navajo Indian Art, Native American Art and Carl Kauba are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

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Prices for a native American chief start at $225 and top out at $35,000 with the average selling for $2,650.
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  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A Native American artifact is any object that provides insight into the lives and history of native people in America. These items range from carved stone pipes, weapons for hunting, tools for cooking, pottery, jewelry and more. Find a collection of artifacts on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    In the Native American language of Powhatan spoken by the Algonquian indigenous people, moccasin refers to a hand-sewn suede bootie. Today, people may call any shoes that feature stitched round toes by the name. Shop a variety of moccasins on 1stDibs.
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    There are a wide array of different dolls made by the various tribes of Native American peoples. Some of the most well-known are the kachinas made by the Navajo, Hopi and Pueblo peoples. Shop an array of Native American dolls on 1stDibs.
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    What Native Americans used to produce baskets varied from tribe to tribe. Generally, craftsmen used whatever materials were readily available. In the Northeast, sweet grass was a common material, while pine needles and wicker are frequently found in baskets produced by tribes in the Southeast. Find a range of vintage and antique baskets on 1stDibs.
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    What Native American drums are called varies by type. Ones designed to rest in the player's lap are hand drums, while instruments that hold water used primarily by the Iroquois and Yaqui are water drums. Large freestanding drums that produce loud percussive sounds are powwow drums. The Aztec and Hopi used foot drums. You'll find a range of Native American drums on 1stDibs.
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    Native American slippers are called moccasins. Moccasins are characterized by their U-shaped puckered toe design and are crafted with various leathers such as sheepskin or buffalo. They may or may not be decorated with beading. Shop a collection of authentic moccasins from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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    It depends on which region the beads were made since they were created out of available materials found in the land around them. In the Eastern Woodlands, white and purple marine shell beads were called “wampum”. You can shop a collection of Native American beadwork from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The most well-known Native American blankets come from Navajo weaving, which are prized by collectors worldwide. Originally utilitarian, the Navajo people began creating blankets specifically for export and tourism in the 19th century. Shop a collection of Navajo blankets from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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    What a Native American headdress represents depends on what tribe produced it. In general, headdresses may symbolize a person's status within the tribe or serve as a sign of bravery during battle. You'll find a selection of Native American headdresses on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To identify Native American baskets, you can research the patterns using authoritative online resources to try and determine which tribe produced it. However, many replicas exist and there are many tribes that produced baskets. As a result, it is a good idea to consult a licensed appraiser. On 1stDibs, find a variety of expertly vetted Native American baskets.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
    To identify Native American beadwork, first consider the materials. Indigenous American artisans often produce beads out of glass and natural materials, such as shells, bone and wood, and use metal and plastic in their pieces less frequently. Older pieces will usually be held together by sinew, while newer examples will typically feature thread. Regardless of age, Native American beadwork will typically be expertly crafted, so pieces usually have tight, even stitching with no visible gaps. Familiarizing yourself with stitching techniques used by various tribes can also be helpful. You can find images of authentic beadwork on trusted online resources to refer to as you complete the identification process. Alternatively, you can have a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer evaluate your piece. On 1stDibs, shop a wide variety of textiles and garments that feature Native American beadwork.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    What rattles symbolize in Native American culture varies from tribe to tribe. Some indigenous people believe they serve as connections between the natural and spiritual worlds. Others believe they represent the ties between animals, plants and minerals. In addition, rattles sometimes symbolize independence. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Native American rattles.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 30, 2024
    Yes, some Native American jewelry is worth something. As with other types of jewelry, many pieces are made of fine materials, such as sterling silver, turquoise, jasper and lapis lazuli. Jewelry produced by Native American artists may also have value based on its age, style, type and other factors. Find a large selection of Native American jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    A number of Native American tribes are known for pottery, including the Cheyenne, Cherokees, Hopi, Iroquois, Navajo Pueblo and Shoshone. Artisans from each indigenous group have their own style. For example, Hopi pottery is often a red-brown color and decorated with black designs, while Navajo pottery is deeper brown and usually has a high-gloss finish. Find a selection of Native American pottery on 1stDibs.
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    To tell if Native American jewelry is real, have it evaluated by a licensed and experienced appraiser. Because every tribe has its own designs and identifying characteristics, it is usually not possible to determine authenticity using only online resources. Find a collection of expertly vetted Native American jewelry on 1stDibs.
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    The two types of Native American beadwork are called the “lazy stitch” or “lane stitch” and the “tack stitch” or “flat stitch”. You can shop a collection of Native American beadwork from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.