Rare Nuu-chah-nulth Sisuitl Dance Wand and Display Stand 19th Century

$3,500 USD

A rare Nuu-chah-nulth Sisuitl Dance Wand and Display Stand 19th Century used in the lightning snake dances. Painted in great old and original pigments. The wand shows appropriate wear consistent of great age.

Circa 1890

Artist: Nuu-chah-nulth unknown.

Cedar: 40”L x 5 ¼” x 2/3”

Reference: 1001 Curious Things, page 12. A postcard from the early years shows a similar wand for sale.

Weight 3.0 lbs
Dimensions 40.5 × 5.25 × .66 in
Item Location

Canada

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A rare Nuu-chah-nulth Sisuitl Dance Wand and Display Stand 19th Century used in the lightning snake dances. Painted in great old and original pigments. The wand shows appropriate wear consistent of great age.

Circa 1890

Artist: Nuu-chah-nulth unknown.

Cedar: 40”L x 5 ¼” x 2/3”

Reference: 1001 Curious Things, page 12. A postcard from the early years shows a similar wand for sale.

 

 

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Weight 3.0 lbs
Dimensions 40.5 × 5.25 × .66 in
Item Location

Canada

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