19th Century Nez Perce cradleboard. Contour beaded with floral design and faceted beads. Original brain tanned elk hide. The inside board was once lined with brain tanned deer skin, however cut away as assume was soiled. The muslin cloth shown in the photo is not integral to the board but a contemporary covering that is not attached.
PERIOD: Late 19th Century
ORIGIN: Plateau – Nez Perce, Native American
SIZE: 37″ x 15 1/2″