This carved emu egg features Cochise, a Chiracahua Apache Chief.  Cochise means "Hardwood" in the Chiracahua Apache language.  He was born around 1812 in the area now known as southeastern New Mexico and died on the Apache Reservation in Arizona on June 8, 1874.  His body was buried in a secret location.

Cochise waged a decade-long guerilla war against American settlers. General Oliver Otis Howard, a former minister, entered the Apache chief's stronghold and secured a peace agreement by promising him a reservation of his own choosing. While others regarded this as an overly generous offer,  Howard's promise was upheld by an executive order.  The order set aside nearly the whole southeastern corner of the Arizona Territory as a Chiracahua reservation on which Cochise and his people could live with little meddling from the army.

Reportedly, Cochise was 6' tall and his picture was never taken.  This carved egg rendition was inspired by a painting and comes with a hand turned wood egg stand.  Remember, this carved egg can become a more personalized gift with an inscription on the back.

Because of the variations of color and texture inherent in the emu egg itself, each carved egg will be unique and make a distinctive addition to any decor or collection.  If you are looking for a "different" housewarming gift, birthday present or other special occasion gift for an western history or Native American buff, this carved egg will delight them.

#114 Chief Cochise      $95.00