SOLD: American Indian Roach Headdress
SOLD: American Indian Roach Headdress
20th Century
East of the Rockies
Porcupine Guard Hair, Dyed White Tailed Deer Hair
19 x 19 x 16 in. / 48 x 48 x 41 cm
Height on custom display stand: 21 in. / 53 cm
A fine example of the most common form of an American Indian headdress. We particularly like the creative use of the brass plate. These were worn only by male warriors and dancers. Most tribes east of the Rockies were acquainted with some form of roach headdresses. Roached hair was common in the Mohawk and Mohican tribes, to name only two of many tribes where their hair was worn in a scalplock or crested roach style and the roach was attached to the man’s own hair. In other tribes, porcupine roaches were attached to leather thongs or headbands and worn over braids or long hair. Some losses.
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Possibly Crow Peoples, Montana
1920’s - 1950’s
Cow hide and pigments
Dimensions: 24.5 × 14.5 × 4 in. / 62 × 37 × 10 cm
Weight: 3.5 lbs. / 1.5 kg
This type of envelope-shaped hide container was used to hold everyday items and food. They were made in pairs and attached behind the saddle. A Native American version of a saddlebag.
The graphic, traditional design symbolizes features of the landscape. The use of negative space, and color scheme combine to create a bold, timeless artifact.
This example is stylistically similar to many Crow examples. It has good signs of use and wear.
Condition consistent with age and use.
Shipping quoted separately.
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