Deerskin Collection

SIBERIA: SHAMAN. A shaman of the Tungus people of Siberia, with antlers and ritual drum. Copper engraving, Dutch, 1705, after a drawing by Nicolaes Witsen

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Wampanoag warrior in full costume, Massachusetts. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Advertisement for the London Glove Company of Cheapside and New Bond Street, showing a selection of womens gloves including long white evening gloves

Moccasin (leather, cloth, glass beads)
PEM216336 Moccasin (leather, cloth, glass beads) by American School, (19th century); length: 25 cm; Peabody Essex Museum, Salem, Massachusetts, USA; (add.info.: from the Eastern great Lakes region;).

Deer Skin Coat, c. 1938. Creator: Adele Brooks
Deer Skin Coat, c. 1938

White deerskin dance costume-Hupa, c1923. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
White deerskin dance costume-Hupa, c1923. Hupa Indian, half-length, standing, facing left, in ceremonial costume

Dance Skirt and Apron, 1850 / 60. Creator: Unknown
Dance Skirt and Apron, 1850/60. Yurok or Hupa, Northern California coast, United States

Tanzi wearing a deer skin and holding a bucket, Late Ming- Qing dynasty, 17th to early 20th century

Deerskin Covered Chest, c. 1942. Creator: Samuel Faigin
Deerskin Covered Chest, c. 1942

House and costumes of Lapland (chromolitho)
972023 House and costumes of Lapland (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: House and costumes of Lapland)

Portrait of Davy Crockett, 1921 (screen print)
2622235 Portrait of Davy Crockett, 1921 (screen print) by American School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Vintage illustration of Davy Crockett in deerskins; screen print)

Native American (Timucuan) chief and his wives, Florida
Native American (Timucuan) tattooed chief in painted deerskin robe accompanied by his wives in necklaces and sashes, and two servant boys with fans

Disguised Native American brave hunting deer (chromolitho)
5235974 Disguised Native American brave hunting deer (chromolitho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Disguised Native American brave hunting deer)

Frontiersman Holding a Shotgun

Trappers, ca. 1855. Creators: Jonathan K. Trego, J. L. Williams
Trappers, ca. 1855

Indian Woman Dressing a Deer Skin, 1868. Artist: Seth Eastman
Indian Woman Dressing a Deer Skin, 1868

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Paleo-Indian caribou hunters. Photograph of a Maine State Museum diorama

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Paleo-Indian caribou hunters. Photograph of a Maine State Museum diorama

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Daniel Boone, pioneer of Kentucky, with his rifle and dog. Hand-colored engraving of a painting

Kentucky viewed by Daniel Boone
Daniel Boones first view of Kentucky. Digitally colored etching of a 19th-century illustration

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Daniel Boones first sight of Kentucky. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

French soldier, 14th century.. Handcolored copperplate drawn and engraved by Leopold Massard from French Costumes from King Clovis to Our Days, Massard, Mifliez, Paris, 1834

French longbowman, 14th century.. Handcolored copperplate drawn and engraved by Leopold Massard from French Costumes from King Clovis to Our Days, Massard, Mifliez, Paris, 1834

ALASKA: ESKIMO WOMEN. A group of four Eskimo women standing outside, dressed in their traditional fur clothing. Photograph, early 20th century

ALASKA: ESKIMO BOY. A young Eskimo boy in traditional clothing, Alaska. Photograph, early 20th century

NEANDERTHAL WOMAN cleaning a deerskin. Photograph of a museum display, 1929

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Paleo-Indian caribou hunters. Photograph of a Maine State Museum diorama

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Daniel Boone in the Kentucky wilderness. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

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Davy Crockett facing grizzly bears. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

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John Finley, discoverer of Kentucky. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

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Continental Army General Daniel Morgan during the Revolutionary War. Hand-colored 19th-century engraving of a painting

Hunting & Town Garb 1832
Hunting: peaked cap with chin strap, velvet cut-away jacket, black trousers with goat skin leggings. Town: Black S-B velvet frock coat, deerskin trousers & spotted cravat

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"Unveiling the Mystical Connection: Deerskin through Time and Cultures" From the vast Siberian tundra to the bustling streets of London, it has woven its way into diverse cultures and historical moments. Dating back to 1705, a captivating Dutch copper engraving depicts a Tungus shaman from Siberia adorned with antlers and wielding a ritual drum made from this sacred material. Fast forward to an advertisement for the esteemed London Glove Company, where deerskin takes center stage as the epitome of luxury and elegance. Its supple texture promises unparalleled comfort while exuding sophistication. Intriguingly, during China's Late Ming-Qing dynasty, Tanzi donned a deer skin garment while holding a bucket—an enigmatic symbol that hints at ancient rituals or traditions lost in time. The versatility extends beyond clothing; it finds itself covering chests in c. 1942 as Samuel Faigin crafts an exquisite Deerskin Covered Chest—a testament to both its durability and aesthetic appeal. Venturing further north, Lapland showcases not only its breathtaking landscapes but also traditional houses adorned with vibrant costumes fashioned from this resilient hide. The chromolitho print captures the harmonious blend between nature's beauty and human creativity. Deerskin transcends continents as we encounter Davy Crockett himself immortalized in a screen print portrait wearing his iconic buckskin attire—symbolizing resilience on America's untamed frontier. Native American tribes embrace deerskin as well; Timucuan chiefs proudly display their cultural heritage alongside their wives' intricate garments crafted from this cherished material. Meanwhile, disguised Native American braves stealthily hunt deer amidst lush forests—a testament to their deep connection with nature's bounty. Frontiersmen armed with shotguns rely on sturdy deerskin garments for protection against harsh elements during treacherous expeditions into uncharted territories—a true testament to its practicality.