Elk Dreamer's Society Pouch, 1890-1910
Lakȟótaexpand_more
Porcupine quills, hide, beads, tin, feathersexpand_more
The Ethel Morrison Van Derlip Fundexpand_more 96.115
Not on Viewexpand_more
The Lakota had a complex system of societies that were associated with animals, sacred power, and battle exploits. Members of the Elk Dreamer's Society had to have a vision involving elk in order to be a member. Participants usually wore and used items with elk imagery, like this pouch. During their ceremonies, some members wore masks that symbolized elk and carried a decorated hoop. One of the powers that Elk Dreamer's had was the ability to control love.
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- Elk Dreamer's Society Pouch
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- 96.115
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