Description:
Comanche Carved Pecan Wood Quirt, c. mid-19th century, with buffalo hide lash and wrist strap, dark patina overall, (repair to braided lash),lg. of handle 16 in.
Literature: Native American Art in the Denver Museum, R. Conn, p. 117.
Estimate $2,500-3,500
One tooth broken off probably in the 19th century. Crude repair to the lash.
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American Indian & Tribal Art
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