Quirt

Blackfeet1880/1890

Grand Teton National Park, National Park Service
Moose, WY, United States

The quirt was made and used by equestrian Indian tribes of the Plains. A quirt is a short riding whip consisting of a handle, wrist strap and lash. The beaded handle (peyote stitch) is typical of Southern Plains style.

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Details

Title: Quirt
Creator: Blackfeet
Date: 1880/1890
Location: Plains
Contributor: Grand Teton National Park, National Park Service
Photographer: David Swift
Measurements: L 84, Dia 2 cm
Material: Buckskin, wood, leather, glass beads
Current Location: Colter Bay Visitor Center
Catalog Number: GRTE 5571

Grand Teton National Park, National Park Service

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