Antique Native American Indian Snowshoes Vintage American Trapper I truly cannot remember another

I truly cannot remember another set with this distinctive Diamond pattern

possibly caribou

It was made by the locals for reindeer to pull supplies (and their families) through the snowy forests of the northern most part of Finland (Lapland)

This museum exhibit includes many variations of native made snowshoes – each with its unique story

Vintage James W

Antique Native American Indian Snowshoes Vintage American Trapper I truly cannot remember anotherAntique Native American Indian Snowshoes c. 1930 1940, 20th century Wood, Babiche, Metal (nails) 28. 5"l x 13"w Vintage Winter Native American Indian Snowshoes with a unique square toe teardrop shape. The fine weaving on the babiche was likely done with animal hide; possibly caribou. The colorful fabric under the weaving on the sides of the frame was likely for easy identification, as well as useful while trapping (by adding scent masking). The