Bidspirit auction | Antique Plains Beaded Buckskin Collection

Antique Plains Beaded Buckskin Collection (10) - This collection features authentic Plains Indian beadwork, headlined by a magnificent lane-stitched knife scabbard. Expertly crafted on brain-tanned buckskin, the pieces showcase traditional geometric motifs—including the Lakota ”Kapemni” design—rendered in a classic palette of cobalt blue, greasy yellow, and white seed beads. The construction utilizes period-correct natural sinew and tight whip-stitching, common in late 19th-century Sioux or Cheyenne handiwork. The lot includes the primary scabbard with a trade knife, a fringed small bag, a strike-a-light pouch with tin cone tinklers, and a horsehair quirt. The leather across the collection possesses a rich, aged patina. While the scabbard is in remarkable condition, other pieces show honest wear including minor bead loss and leather stiffening consistent with age. Knife L 11.25”, Sheath L 8”, Beaded Case H 6.25”, W 9.25”, Second Case H 5”, W 8.5”, Fringed Bag H 7.5”, W 5”, Small Pouch H 4.5”, W 3”, Choker L 15”, W 1”, Small Strip H 6”, W 1.5”, Quirt L 15”. Please see photos for condition.