Native American Toy Hide Cradleboard, early 20th c., decorated with bells, beads, fringe and cowry shells, on a wooden stand, H.- 24 in., W.- 6 1/4 in., D.- 4 1/4 in.

As found. Dirt debris observed throughout. The circular openings at the top of the wooden back supports are broken, with the top half of each now lacking. A few shells and beads appear to be now lacking. Fading to paint decorations is observed throughout, with a few flea-sized tears to the orange fabric around the baby's face noted. An approximately ½ inch shallow chip is seen along one side of the stand. Cradleboard rests loosely on the stand, and is easily removable. An intriguing example. ALL PROPERTY IS SOLD "AS IS." NO STATEMENT REGARDING CONDITION OF ANY ITEM, WHETHER IT IS MADE ORALLY AT THE AUCTION OR ANY OTHER TIME, OR IN WRITING IN THE CATALOGUE OR ELSEWHERE, SHALL BE DEEMED TO BE A WARRANTY, REPRESENTATION, OR ASSUMPTION OF LIABILITY.