This major element of the Hethuska dance clothes called to’-zhan-ke in Ponca, is said to be derived from the otter tail component which was attached to the Grizzly Bear Claw Necklaces and hung down the back.
Grizzly Bear Claw Necklace showing the otter tail attached - Mesquakie...
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According to Norman Feder,
“...grizzly claw necklaces were apparently never vary numerous within any one tribe because of the difficulty in obtaining the claws.”
(Feder & Chandler, 1961, p. 7)
Even at a time when the great plains family of the grizzly bear...03-31-2009, 02:29 PM -
“This headgear is apparently called ‘roach’ in English because of it’s resemblance to the roaching or clipping of a horse’s mane which was considered stylish in the 19th century. The roach headdress of animal hair almost certainly originated in the custom, formerly observed...04-10-2009, 12:51 PM
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While it is most important to talk with recognized tribal elders and experienced straight dancers concerning straight dance traditions, straight dance clothes, straight dance artwork and straight dance history, the follow list of references may also help in increasing one's knowledge base. As long as...04-11-2009, 01:38 PM
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Bandoliers are an essential component for straight dancers.
The pair of bandoliers are most often strings of large trade beads with leather spacers, worn in a loop which extends from each shoulder to the opposite hip.
Each bandolier consists of one to three strings of...03-21-2009, 01:13 PM