#124A Dull Knife

#124 B

These two carved emu eggs features the Northern Cheyenne Chief, Dull Knife.  The story of how Wahiev (Morning Star) got the name Dull Knife is an interesting one.  He fought a battle against a Sioux warrior that had a tough buffalo hide shield.  Wahiev's knife could not pierce the tough hide.  From that day on, the Sioux called him Tamela Pashme - Dull Knife.  

Dull Knife was born on the banks of the Rosebud River in Montana but eventually wound up in Oklahoma.  He is noted for the 1,500 mile journey on which he led his people from Oklahoma to familiar ancestral land in Montana.  They left without government consent and had an arduous dangerous journey under fire in the quest for their homeland.  During the trip he and his followers had to eat moccasins and sinew to survive.  This as much as anything gained them public sentiment which in turn swayed the military decision of creating a reservation in Montana for them. 

Dull Knife is buried in a cemetery next to the Northern Cheyenne Crafts Center in Lame Deer, Montana. Today the community college on the Northern Cheyenne Indian Reservation, Dull Knife Memorial College, honors his memory.

This carved egg comes with a hand turned wooden egg stand and can become a 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 a fan of Dull Knife, this carved egg would delight them.

#124A - Dull Knife Carved Emu Egg $95.00

#124B - Dull Knife Carved Emu Egg $95.00