Lot 44
  • 44

Apache Beaded Hide Pouch, Arizona

Estimate
500 - 800 USD
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Description

  • hide, glass beadwork
hide, natural pigments, glass beadwork, tin cones.

Provenance

Charles and Sharon Aberle Collection

Condition

The hide is finely tanned and painted with red ochre. As is typical, there is minor abrasion and some of the ochre has rubbed off over time. The tin cone fringe is elaborate and in good shape. The beadwork is in generally good shape with a few lose and/or missing beads. Circa 1890.
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.