March in Montana Auction
Live Auction

March in Montana 2024 Session I

Fri, Mar 15, 2024 01:00PM EDT
Lot 247

Two Pairs Beaded Gauntlets

Estimate: $1,200 - $2,000

Bid Increments

Price Bid Increment
$0 $100
$2,000 $250
$5,000 $500
$10,000 $1,000
$20,000 $2,500
$50,000 $5,000
$100,000 $10,000
Two Pairs Beaded Gauntlets 1) Sioux Gauntlets. 15” long x 6.5”. Fully beaded cuffs, beaded in geometric designs featuring initials JHT. Accented with fringe and purple trade silk. 19th century. 2) Crow Gauntlets. 13” long x 6.5”. Beaded flag and floral designs in very small beads, accented with fringe and a beaded border. Beaded initials A.A.D. on backside of cuff. Circa 1910. $1,200-2,000

Condition

1) Some minor discoloration in a couple areas including a 1" spot on top of left glove. Beadwork is excellent and hide is soft and supple. 2) Beadwork is excellent, hide is discolored, stiff and crunchy. Trade cloth lining is tattered and torn.