Manataka American Indian Council
Manataka American Indian Council
MANATAKA TRADING POST
BUCKSKIN & BUFFALOS
Wolfs and Bears
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Robes do not come from animals depicted here. All hides are taken by permit only using extreme conservation methods.
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EXPERTLY HAND-CRAFTED, BRAIN-TANNED and COMMERCIALLY TANNED BEAR, BUFFALO, DEER AND WOLF ROBES. BUCKSKIN, WALL HANGINGS.
Robes are for ceremonial use and should be respectfully displayed.
Beautiful on the wall or on the bed. Great lodge bed-warmers.
No Bear, Buffalo or Wolf rugs sold here. "Out of respect you may wear them, dance with them, curl-up with them and hold them up. But never knowingly walk on them." -- Takatoka |
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Brain-Tanned Buffalo Robes These robes are tanned the old way. Soft and comfortable as a bedspread or wrapped around you as a robe. Only full winter hides are used. Average size 6' by 6', weighs 13 lbs. Color/size may vary. See notes below. $920.00 and up plus s/h |
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Premium Commercial Tanned Buffalo Robes These prime buffalo hides with plush winter wool make a stunning and comfortable addition to your home or lodge. Great for bedspreads, couch throws, or just to wrap up in --- as the Plains Indians have always done whenever the cold north winds blow. See notes below. $820 and up plus s/h |
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What are the differences between Brain-Tanned and Commercial Tanned? From the overall appearance it is hard to tell. A brain-tanned hide is more costly because it is labor intensive. A distinct odor is produced from the brain-tanned hide that is difficult to overcome. Commercial hides sometimes stretch more than a brain tanned hide. The commercially prepared hide usually has fewer scrape-holes than the brain-tanned hide where the hide is scraped too thin and must be mended using sinew. The backside leather of the brain tanned hide is sometimes softer than commercial. The negatives and positives of both methods balance themselves out. Take your pick. Either way, a buffalo hide is wonderful ! |
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STANDING BULL BUFFALO COAT Can you imagine wearing this coat to a winter gathering or powwow? Everyone will stare with envy and ask you a dozen questions about this exquisite, genuine expertlyl-made buffalo coat made with the finest tanned bull buffalo hides and luxurious satin lining. This coat has two large pockets in the front and real elk horn buttons. Any size made-to-order. Allow 4 - 6 weeks for delivery. Dry clean. $1,800. plus s/h.
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DUGGY'S HIDE 65”L x 68”W, approx. 30 sq ft., 11 lbs $800 plus s/h Click on pictures to enlarge |
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LITTLE BULL 77'L x 63”W, approx. 32 sq ft, 13 lbs $875 plus s/h Click on pictures to enlarge |
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* Note: Images on this page are representations of the type, size, coloring and quality of hides and not the actual hide you will receive. |
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HEAD ON FAST 94”L x 70”W, approx. 37 sq ft., 13 lbs $975 plus s/h Click on pictures to enlarge |
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CHEYENNE WINTER 77”L x 70”W, approx. 37 sq ft, 12 lbs. $925 plus s/h Click on pictures to enlarge |
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SCARFACE 84 “L x 76” W, approx. 44 sq ft., 12 lbs $1075 plus s/h Click on pictures to enlarge |
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BIG HIDE 96”L x 84”W, approx. 47 sq ft., 13 lbs $1200 plus s/h Click on pictures to enlarge |
* Note: Images on this page are representations of the type, size, coloring and quality of hides and not the actual hide you will receive. |
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RED HEAD ROBE $1150 plus s/h Click on pictures to enlarge SOLD |
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THUNDERBIRD $1475 plus s/h Click on pictures to enlarge SOLD |
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WHITE BUFFALO JUMP This is a Native American art piece called White Buffalo Jump. This buffalo hide measures 85" long by 45"wide. The picture was painted by a Native American named Bonna. The picture depicts a charging white buffalo inside a painted buffalo skull painted on a Buffalo hide. One of a kind. Price $600 + plus s/h |
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* Note: Images on this page are representations of the type, size, coloring and quality of hides and not the actual hide you will receive. |
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BUFFALO WALL HANGING A brain-tanned buffalo hide is the perfect way to add a warm, cozy feeling to any room. Only winter hides with full hair are used for wall hangings and are slightly stiffer to allow them to hang straighter. Average size 6' by 6' and weighs 20 lbs. Color/size may vary. See notes below. $920.00 up plus s/h |
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BRAIN-TANNED DEER FUR Our fine quality deer hides are softened the old way by hand. Warm, soft and cuddly. Perfect for the bed, wall, or over a chair. Many uses for crafts, apparel or dance regalia. Satisfaction Guaranteed. See notes below. Average 10 sq. ft. weighs 3 lbs. Color/size/weight vary slightly. $249.00 up + s/h |
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ARTIC WOLF This is magnificent wolf has a beautiful white overlay with nice dark markings that make this wolf a real gem. This wolf is an impressive 84 inches from long head to tail. It is complete with feet and claws. $750 plus s/h Allow 2-4 weeks for delivery. |
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THE SILVER SHADOW The platinum wolf, one of the most desired colorations out there absolutely gorgeous, Black with silver highlights throughout. Pictures do not do justice on this superb wolf. Measuring a splendid 77" from head to tail, and complete with feet and claws, this is a rare find. price $850 + s/h Allow 2-4 weeks for delivery. |
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BLACK BEAR This Black Bear bear robe is professionally tanned and has a very nice soft coat. Measures 60 to 72 inches from head to tail, complete with claws. Size and color vary. Very nice bear $650 + s/h
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Buffalo Black Powder Bag made from genuine buffalo and the strap is made from cow leather. White Tail deer button on the front. The size is 9inches high x 8 inches wide. $200
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Buffalo Belt made from genuine buffalo with three Concho and buckle. Made to order in any size. Use our buckle or send us one of yours. Allow for 3 - 4 weeks for delivery. $150
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Important Information: Because all items featured on this page are hand-crafted, please allow 5 - 6 weeks delivery. Buffalo robes occasionally have holes from thinning the hide. Each hole is sinew sewn with a running stitch like robes found in museums, making the hole nearly invisible with no effect on the quality of robe.
Satisfaction is guaranteed on all products or services from MAIC. A 10-20% return-to-stock fee may be deducted for returns shipped by the buyer. We are not responsible for incorrect orders from buyers. Make certain your order is correct before ordering.
Images on this page are representations of the type, size, coloring and quality of hides and may not be the actual hide you receive.
Expert Craftsman
Manataka uses a number of skilled tanners from across the country who have worked hard to preserve the ancient art of hide tanning. There are many tanners out there who tan with natural tannin, but very few that tan buffalo, and only a mere handful who brain-tan buffalo using the old tools.
Each hide is worked carefully, gaining an intimate relationship with the animal. The hide is scraped, brains and bone marrow grease is slowly worked into the hide. The hide is diligently worked until completely dry and soft. The process is long and tiring, but as our tanners understand the true beauty of the hide as a natural extension of life. The process is natural, the results are just as natural. Each item is made from a hide worked by hand, and all stitching is done with sinew. Everything in the makeup is as natural as possible.
Less expensive but beautifully done hides are commercially tanned using modern equipment and processes.
Our hides are not smoked except by special request. Tribes rarely smoked hides used for everyday use and the color of the finished hide cannot be guaranteed. Even the same wood will give different color.
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