Quirt, Elk Antler and Beaded, Possibly Crow Circa 1880

Plains, likely Crown

1880 | Antler, Hide, Glass Beads, Stroud, Silk | Item 2478

Beaded hide quirt, possibly Crow, made of elk antler with a braided hide whip. The beadwork is done on black stroud, outlined in white with a border of red silk or fine cotton. The beadwork drop is inserted through a hole at the end of the horn. The wide end of the horn has a beautifully braided hide whip graduating down to a fine size. This quirt comes with the stand. It dates to around 1880.