An Apache water jar

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Early 20th century, a Jicarilla Apache pitch-sealed water jar, with flat bottom and two wood carrying lugs attached with rattan, overall dark patina with cracked surface, some loss. Ht. 12 1/2, wd. 11 in.

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An Apache water jar

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Native American Pre-Columbian Tribal Fine Art

Aug 26, 2026, 12:00 AM EDT

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