Cree Hightop Embroidered Moccasins southwest jewelry living with the Sioux at

living with the Sioux at one time

The easel is composed of two walrus Ivory tusks with scrimshaw figures on them which are made rigid by two metal braces

This is a really interesting belt pouch

The main design elements are three large green maple leaves between two rows of wide red "V's" with other design elements on the body

all of which are small beads

Cree Hightop Embroidered Moccasins southwest jewelry living with the Sioux atThese are large men's hightop moccasins with beautiful and colorful designs on the vamps. They are soft sole moccasins and the bottoms show that they were worn for some time. The hide is thick, probably moose, and was smoked which gives it a dark and rich color. The moccasins were worn but they are in great condition. L. 11 "; H. 7' 1st Quarter 20th C. #8870