Description
Apache Painted Fiddle
second quarter 20th century
agave stalk painted with imagery of a mother with cradle, five individual cradles, and various colorful geometrics; twisted sinew string
length 18 inches
The Ronny and Doris Smithee Collection, Oklahoma City
This lot is located in Chicago.
second quarter 20th century
agave stalk painted with imagery of a mother with cradle, five individual cradles, and various colorful geometrics; twisted sinew string
length 18 inches
The Ronny and Doris Smithee Collection, Oklahoma City
This lot is located in Chicago.
Condition
String is loose. Crack in lower portion of stalk, with apparent repair work.
Buyer's Premium
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$1,000,000.00
26% above
$1,000,000.00
Apache Painted Fiddle
Estimate $400-$600
Starting Price
$200
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Shipping & Pickup DetailsItem located in: Philadelphia, Chicago, IL, US
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Sep 25, 2026, 10:00 AM EDTPhiladelphia, Chicago, IL, United States
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