Lakota Ceremonial Dance Sash Handmade by artist Tim Audiss \"Red Fish\" For Sale

Native American Lakota Dance Sash by Lakota artisan, Tim Audiss \"Red Fish\"
Beautiful Lakota Native American beaded ceremonial dance sash designed and handmade by Lakota artisan, Tim Audiss \"Red Fish\".
Made from beige deer hide and trimmed in beads, deer hooves, brass bells and two large abalone shell disks, this is a stunning showpiece to add to any Native American art collection, as well as enhance traditional, contemporary or eclectic decor. Definitely an heirloom for the future. Signed by artist on back of the sash in red ink. See notes below. Please review photos carefully.
Excellent condition. No apparent missing or loose beads. Only ever used as wall hanging so the piece is clean. No damage, stains or marks that are not inherent to the character of the deer hide. Deer hooves are all intact (not broken or halved). Comes from smoke-free, pet-free home.
Dimensions (approx.)Sash Length: 50 inches end to end (when folded in half, 25 inches)(w/o fringe), 21-1/2 (w/fringe); fringe is 10-1/2 inches long
Sash Width: Deer hide 1-3/8 inches w/o beads, 1-5/8 inches w/beadsBeaded Strip: 1/4 inches in diameter, runs full length of sash (except under abalone disks)Brass Bells: 3/4 inches in diameterDeer Hooves: 1-1/2 inches in length (varies), 1-1/4 inches in width (at widest, varies)Abalone Shell Disk: 2 inches in diameterFringe: 8 inches in length
MaterialsDeer HideBeads (see note below)Deer HoofBrass BellsLarge abalone shell disks (2)
ColorDeer hide is beigeBeads are black, red, white, clear/pinkishDeer hoof are blackBells are brass
ProvenanceOriginally purchased at Prairie\'s Edge in Sioux Falls, South Dakota in early/mid-90\'s; tag still attached with original retail price of $1,100 indicated
Misc. NotesTim Audiss often uses Italian glass beads; although I am assuming this is the type of beads used on these pieces, I an unable to confirm the bead composition.
Due to value of the item, I\'d like to work with the buyer on insurance and signing for delivery. Would prefer to ship priority or overnight for these reasons, but quoting economy pricing. Let\'s discuss details via email as I\'d like to ensure your purchase arrives safely. Thanks. pm
About Tim Audiss \"Red Fish\"Tim is a member of the Lakota tribe and lives in South Dakota.
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