Description: Two Native American – Chippewa – Totem Poles from Cass Lake, Minnesota, circa 1950s. Cass Lake is a Town within the Boundaries of the Leech Lake Indian Reservation and is an Active Tourist Area in the heart of the Chippewa National Forest. Fishing enthusiasts come to the area for Walleye, Northern Pike, and Muskie fishing. The Native American population took advantage of this opportunity to sell “Handcrafted Indian Design” items to visitors fishing in their area. The Taller Pole 10 ½” was made in 1951; whereas, the smaller Pole 5 ½” was made 1959. Both are in Good Original Condition. Interestingly, the Large Pole is made of higher quality wood and nailed together and identified. The smaller one is made more cheaply. I would guess that size was a factor, but it could be that that the cost of materials was on the rise. The 1951 Totem Pole is a classic example of Native Americans responding to the Tourist Trade with Appealing Indian Designed Handcraft. Please examine the photographs as a part of the description. Thanks. Buyer pays an Additional $9.00 for shipping via USPS Priority Mail. Continental U.S. Only. 30 Day return in as bought condition if not as described. E-mail with questions. Thank You and Good Luck.
Price: 20 USD
Location: North Kingstown, Rhode Island
End Time: 2025-01-21T02:27:49.000Z
Shipping Cost: N/A USD
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Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Origin: Leech Lake Indian Reservation
Tribal Affiliation: Chippewa
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
Culture: Native American: US
Handmade: Yes
