Apache - Rare Figural Chief's Head Bag - Double Sided
Buffalo Barry's Indian Art
Apache Fort Sill style bags rarely have figures. This one has two: a chief’s head (notice the fierce-looking eye) and a yellow eagle with patriotic shield. Also interesting is that the fringe on this bag is doubled, with a row attached to each side of the bag. This is probably a later version of a Fort Sill bag from 1930-1940. It is 10″ long including fringe and 5″ wide. Overall, an anomalous and interesting example. The inner cloth lining is worn but the appearance is in no way affected.
SOLD
Artwork details
Origin
Apache natives
Dimension
H 10IN x W 5IN x D 0.5IN x L 10IN x DIA 10IN
H 25.4CM x W 12.7CM x D 1.27CM x L 25.4CM x DIA 25.4CM
Provenance
From a dealer in Tucson.
Condition
The exterior is in fine condition. The interior cloth lining is worn but this in no way affects appearance.