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Robe

Object Details

Collection History
Collection history unknown; purchased by MAI in 1936 from R. Bruce Cregar (1887-1958, an Indian art collector and dealer who operated shops in Palm Springs, California).
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Data Source
National Museum of the American Indian
Culture/People
Niimíipuu (Nez Perce)
Previous owner
R. Bruce Cregar (Richard Bruce Cregar), Non-Indian, 1887-1958
Seller
R. Bruce Cregar (Richard Bruce Cregar), Non-Indian, 1887-1958
Object Name
Robe
Media/Materials
Elk hide/skin, paint, metal tacks/bosses
Techniques
Cut, serrated, painted, studded
Dimensions
130 x 170 cm
Object Type
Clothing/Garments: Outerwear (flat)
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