Vintage Rawhide Rattle Beaded Wood Handle Hand Painted Southwestern Folk Art For Sale

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Vintage Rawhide Rattle Beaded Wood Handle Hand Painted Southwestern Folk Art:
$129.00

A distinctive vintage handmade rawhide rattle featuring an unusual horned form, traditional hand-stitched construction, colorful hand-painted decoration, yellow seed beadwork, and a solid wooden handle.

The shaped rawhide head is individually stitched around the edges and decorated with turquoise, red, and white painted geometric motifs. The wooden handle features coordinating hand-painted accents, a yellow beaded wrap, and a hanging cord.

The piece has wonderful natural patina and visible signs of age that enhance its rustic Southwestern folk-art character. It produces a rattling sound when shaken.

Details:

Handmade rawhide/leather construction
Hand stitched
Hand painted
Yellow seed bead decoration
Wooden handle
Hanging cord
Approx. 9.5” long without cord
Approx. 12” overall including cord
Approx. 3” wide at the widest point
Weight: approx. 1.6 oz
Unsigned; maker and exact age unknown

Condition: Good vintage pre-owned condition with age-related patina and wear. The rawhide shows natural variations, discoloration, light scuffs, and wear to the painted decoration. The wooden handle shows minor surface wear. Beadwork and stitching remain intact. Please review all photographs closely as they are part of the description.

Please note: The exact maker, age, geographic origin, and tribal affiliation are unknown and have not been authenticated. This piece is described as Southwestern / tribal-inspired folk art based on its appearance and construction.