Saturday, August 24, 2013

New "Old" Acquisitions

When Dean was an Eagle Scout, he did a lot of ceremonial dancing. He was good enough that often he was the only caucasian at a powwow ~ having been personally invited. As he became involved in college and then work and then a family, he let this part of his life drop away. 

Now he has begun to enjoy it again. Although I have seen him dance, his main interest is in preserving old authentic Native American art pieces. These are his latest finds ~ I have told you before, he is the king of the yard sale. 

Dream Catcher ~ made to bless the house and bring good fortune our way. 


Ceremonial shield ~ he used to do a dance called the shield dance.

Breast plate ~ worn for ceremonial purposes. The rattle is used for percussion during the dance.

Quiver with bow and arrows

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