c. 1915

A wonderful and rare basket in Degikup form by the noted weaver Tootsie Dick Sam. Tootsie was one of the most respected weavers at Abe Cohn's Emporium Co. This piece is accompanied by a letter of authentication by noted Washoe expert Marvin Cohodas. The use of pictorial elements and lettering were exceptionally difficult, and are expertly done.    

6 1/4" high, 10 3/4" wide

$15,000.00

c. 1890

A large Apache Olla of classic form with geometric designs made of willow and devils claw. Parallel running lines of woven devils claw criss cross the body. Crosses, diamonds and vertical ribbons further embellish this impressive Apache basket.

17" high, 15 1/2" wide

SOLD

c. 19th

A very nice Kwakiutl hat.  Collected from an old house on Vancouver Island in the 1870's.

size: 7" x 16"

$3,200.00

c. 1890-1900

Plateau Bag made of cornhusk and commercial yarn.

One side depicts crosses amidst geometric elements of chevrons and stepped diamonds. The reverse side also shows interwoven crosses and geometric forms.

Shows slight use with wear to the leather binding along the top edge.

Size: 11" x 14"

$ 1,800.00