TOMAHAWK - Native Americans of the Great Plains region, United States - Early 20th century

TOMAHAWK
Native Americans of the Great Plains region, United States
Early 20th century
Wood, iron, brass, skin
Length: 50.5 cm; Width: 20 cm

Tomahawk with a European imported wrought iron blade, covered with chiseled brass featuring stars, moons and suns.
Head decorated in a suite, chiseled brass with friezes, tipis and arrows.
Wooden handle studded with a brass inset representing a radiating openwork disc.
Leather-covered grip.

Ref.: 5

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