How the buffalo trunk artifacts were crafted
Learn how all of the buffalo trunk items were created using the ancient techniques of the Northern Cheyenne Nation.
How the artifacts were made – video content (38:55)
Why the buffalo was important ( 0:48)
Using sandstone (1:38)
Stonework (2:23)
Pressure flaking (2:50)
Painting tools (4:05)
Quill flattening (7:03)
Techniques (8:10)
The horn (9:02)
The bladder (12:45)
Toys (hooves) (17:30)
Tail (20:54)
Tanning and rawhide (22:50)
Hide glue (24:48)
Mounting stone tools on a handle (29:00)
Preparing for winter (30:00)
Origin of the Tall Bull family name (32:00)
Stories and beliefs (33:00)


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