The lot features an exceptional set of early Santee Sioux Native American Indian beaded moccasins dating to circa 1880-90. The moccasins show an Indian tanned hide construction with thick Great American Bison Buffalo parfleche soles sewn with sinew having a mid-height red stroud trade clothe and calico trade clothe ankle that is accented by the mid-high-top tanned hide ankle covering. The front of the moccasins shows excellent petit glass trade seed beads in greasy yellow, sky padre blue, Cheyenne pink, semi-transparent butterscotch, semi-transparent, and faceted metal. The beadwork pattern is in a wonderful traditional geometric floral combination, a style almost exclusively found on Santee Sioux and other Eastern Sioux pieces. The original hide ties are still intact, a wonderful rare addition. Provenance: From a Manheim, Pennsylvania collection. These are truly an excellent set of beaded moccasins that have been well preserved in good condition. Each shows a 10.75 inch sole and 6 inch high ankle. For a complete representation of condition and for additional images please call 800-686-4216. It is the buyer’s responsibility to view each image and preview the item to determine condition.