Amulet, about 1875 (Teton Dakota)

Amuleto, 1875 circa (Teton Dakota)

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Technique and Dimensions:

Tanned cervid leather, vegetable fibre, glass count (covered stitch embroidery)

Provenienza:

Donation of Missioni Cattoliche Americane, 1893

Location:

C.A. 466

Provenance:

Donation of Missioni Cattoliche Americane, 1893

Amulet - turtle shaped container for umbilical cord intended for girls