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Black Wolf:
Hello!
I want to ask the following question. I am interested in the construction of traditional quiver of otter fur (Crow / Nez Perce / Blackfeet style). Can someone explain the structure of the parts and did all labor?
Excuse me for bad English.
Thanks in advance!  :)

I have three otter furs...

tipi stuff:
The short version is; One hide makes the quiver body, one hide makes the bow case and one is split from nose to tip of tail to make the strap. The scrap pieces are used for fringe. The beadwork at the bottom of the quiver and bow case is done on a separate piece of hide. It is then wrapped around end, and sewn together. If I can figure out how to resize photos, I'll show you some shots of quivers.

tipi stuff:
Here is another. CC

tipi stuff:
More stuff for you Black Wolf. This is a copy of Bill Holm's sketch for the hide layout of a Crow/ Plateau style otter quiver. Also attached, one of Bill's quivers.  Curtis

swamp monkey:
WOW!   :o

that is some fabulous bead work!!!!

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