Cast-Iron Stew Pot. Paradise Valley, Nevada Folklife Collection
ca. 1940 Source: Pedroli, Pete Public domain photograph - historical image of Washington DC, United States, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description The Paradise Valley Folklife Proje... More
Family Bible. Paradise Valley, Nevada Folklife Collection
Source: Stewart, Leslie and Marie Christian Workers Holy Bible; includes four-generation family record of the Stock/Stewart family in Paradise Valley Maker: John Winston; Philadelphia, PA; ca. 1905 The Paradis... More
Farm Journal, 1906. Paradise Valley, Nevada Folklife Collection
Source: Boggio, Joe and Geraldine Popular magazine that found its way to the ranching frontier Maker: Wilmer Atkinson Company, Philadelphia, Pa. ca. 1906 The Paradise Valley Folklife Project was a cultural doc... More
The Ladies' World, ca. 1907. Paradise Valley, Nevada Folklife Collecti...
Source: Boggio, Joe and Geraldine Popular magazine that found its way to the ranching frontier Maker: S.H. Moore Company, New York N.Y. 1907 The Paradise Valley Folklife Project was a cultural documentation pr... More
Brown Oval Bottle. Paradise Valley, Nevada Folklife Collection
Source: Boggio, Joe and Geraldine Two-mold glass bottles, glass stopper with cork, ca. 1910 Maker: Roth & Co., San Francisco, California The Paradise Valley Folklife Project was a cultural documentation projec... More
Bottles. Paradise Valley, Nevada Folklife Collection
Two-mold glass bottles, ca. 1910 Source: Boggio, Joe and Geraldine The Paradise Valley Folklife Project was a cultural documentation project undertaken by the American Folklife Center at the Library of Congres... More
Reverse P's Sheep Stamp. Paradise Valley, Nevada Folklife Collection
Source: Boggio, Joe and Geraldine Iron stamp used by Gill Predia (ca. 1915), later used by the Siard Operation, for stamping the shorn backs of sheep with paint The Paradise Valley Folklife Project was a cultu... More
Hair Chaps. Paradise Valley, Nevada Folklife Collection
Source: Miller, Alvin Angora goat hide chaps, ca. 1920 Maker: Capriola, J.M., Elko, Nevada The Paradise Valley Folklife Project was a cultural documentation project undertaken by the American Folklife Center a... More
Cuffs. Paradise Valley, Nevada Folklife Collection
Commercially made ca. 1920 from leather and brass; used to protect shirt and wrists and for display Source: Miller, Alvin The Paradise Valley Folklife Project was a cultural documentation project undertaken by... More
Sample Quilt. Paradise Valley, Nevada Folklife Collection
Source: Boggio, Joe and Geraldine Quilt made by Viola or Frances Case from samples of men's suiting that their father, J.B. Case, sold at his mercantile store in Paradise Valley; ca. 1920 The Paradise Valley F... More
Thermometer. Paradise Valley, Nevada Folklife Collection
Source: Boggio, Joe and Geraldine Displayed over door of bunkhouse in 1980 Smithsonian Exhibition, made ca. 1920 Maker: Taylor, Rochester, N.Y. The Paradise Valley Folklife Project was a cultural documentation... More
Hair Chaps. Paradise Valley, Nevada Folklife Collection
Source: Miller, Alvin Angora goat hide chaps, ca. 1920 Maker: Capriola, J.M., Elko, Nevada The Paradise Valley Folklife Project was a cultural documentation project undertaken by the American Folklife Center a... More
Egg Beater. Paradise Valley, Nevada Folklife Collection
Source: Boggio, Joe and Geraldine Factory-made, ca. 1923; considered a symbol of progress and modernization in the ranch kitchen The Paradise Valley Folklife Project was a cultural documentation project undert... More
Horse Castrator. Paradise Valley, Nevada Folklife Collection
Source: Boggio, Joe and Geraldine Device held the sperm ducts while the testes were cut free, made of leather and oak, ca. 1925 The Paradise Valley Folklife Project was a cultural documentation project underta... More
H Sheep Stamp. Paradise Valley, Nevada Folklife Collection
Source: Boggio, Joe and Geraldine Pine stamp used by James R. Harvey Co. of Paradise Valley (ca. 1930), for stamping the shorn backs of sheep with paint The Paradise Valley Folklife Project was a cultural docu... More
Stock Saddle. Paradise Valley, Nevada Folklife Collection
Source: Miller, Alvin Made ca. 1930; many Nevada buckaroos preferred this saddle's features: one centrally placed cinch (center-fired, single-rigged) and an unswelled pommel (slick fork) with bucking rolls Make... More
Coffee Can. Paradise Valley, Nevada Folklife Collection
2 1/2 lb., tinned zinc can marked "Folger's Golden Gate/Steel Cut Coffee" for regional appeal, ca. 1930 Maker: Folger's, ca. 1930 The Paradise Valley Folklife Project was a cultural documentation project under... More
Hay Hooks. Paradise Valley, Nevada Folklife Collection
Source: Pedroli, Pete Used to handle bulky bales of hay, ca. 1930 The Paradise Valley Folklife Project was a cultural documentation project undertaken by the American Folklife Center at the Library of Congress... More
Photo of Earthenware Saucer - Public domain dedication
Source: Stewart, Leslie and Marie Commerical glazed earthenware, marked "Buffalo China," ca. 1930
7 U P Iron. Paradise Valley, Nevada Folklife Collection
Source: Boggio, Joe and Geraldine Brand first recorded by J.P. Byrnes of Paradise Valley in 1902, then in 1916 by Gideon Forgnone and Steve Boggio; this iron made by local Paradise Valley blacksmith in ca. 1930... More
Shepherd's Crook. Paradise Valley, Nevada Folklife Collection
Source: Pedroli, Pete Used to catch sheep by the rear leg and to prod them, made of iron, ca. 1930 The Paradise Valley Folklife Project was a cultural documentation project undertaken by the American Folklife ... More
Quilted Coverlet. Paradise Valley, Nevada Folklife Collection
Source: Stewart, Leslie and Marie Double wedding ring pattern, made by Catherine Stewart from pieced cotton scraps found on the Ninety Six Ranch, ca. 1930 Maker: Stewart, Catherine The Paradise Valley Folklife... More
H Sheep Iron. Paradise Valley, Nevada Folklife Collection
Source: Boggio, Joe and Geraldine Iron stamp used to brand the owner's mark onto the jaw or horn of sheep, ca. 1930 The Paradise Valley Folklife Project was a cultural documentation project undertaken by the A... More
Macardy. Paradise Valley, Nevada Folklife Collection
Source: Boggio, Joe and Geraldine Twisted horsehair hair rope locally called a "macardy," from the Mexican-Spanish mecate, for maguey-fiber rope, Nevada State Prison, ca. 1930 The Paradise Valley Folklife Proj... More
Cowboy Boots. Paradise Valley, Nevada Folklife Collection
Source: Boggio, Joe and Geraldine Dress shoes belonging to lender's father, Steve Boggio, ca. 1935; note the stitching on the square toe and the undercut heels The Paradise Valley Folklife Project was a cultur... More
Quirt. Paradise Valley, Nevada Folklife Collection
Source: Miller, Alvin Maker: Visalia Stock Saddle Company, California Riding crop ordered from noted California saddlery firm, ca. 1935 The Paradise Valley Folklife Project was a cultural documentation project... More
Two-Piece Suit. Paradise Valley, Nevada Folklife Collection
Ready-made suit made of striped worsted, available through mail order catalog and local stores, ca. 1935 Source: Pedroli, Pete The Paradise Valley Folklife Project was a cultural documentation project undertak... More
Low Laced Thong Stool. Paradise Valley, Nevada Folklife Collection
Made by an itinerant Mexican vaquero (buckaroo) on a Paradise Valley ranch ca. 1935; it differs from stools made by Anglo buckaroos in its concave seat of laced thongs and its short, chamfered legs Maker: Garci... More
Hair Chaps. Paradise Valley, Nevada Folklife Collection
Also called "woolies," made of angora goat hide, ca. 1935; later hair chaps began to be replaced by hairless, wider "batwing" and "chinks" type chaps Source: Cassinelli, Bob The Paradise Valley Folklife Projec... More
J B Iron. Paradise Valley, Nevada Folklife Collection
Source: Boggio, Joe and Geraldine Maker: Seymour Riley, Paradise Valley, Nevada Brand recorded by James Byrnes of Winnemucca in 1874; similar brand used by Harvey and then Joe Boggio; this iron made ca. 1935 by... More
Italian Sweater. Paradise Valley, Nevada Folklife Collection
Source: Boggio, Joe and Geraldine Knit by Joe Boggio's aunt, Silvia Forgnone, in his hometown of Passo Breve, Italy, as a gift for him, ca. 1938 Maker: Forgnone, Silvia; Passobreve, Italy The Paradise Valley F... More
Gloves. Paradise Valley, Nevada Folklife Collection
Source: Boggio, Joe and Geraldine Tanned deerhide, made by Paiute Indian ranch hand, Harvey Cracker, on the Boggio's Sperry Ranch, ca. 1940 Maker: Cracker, Harvey The Paradise Valley Folklife Project was a cul... More
Tea Service. Paradise Valley, Nevada Folklife Collection
Source: Boggio, Joe and Geraldine Commercial pressed-glass products, ca. 1940 The Paradise Valley Folklife Project was a cultural documentation project undertaken by the American Folklife Center at the Library... More
Bunkhouse Side Chair. Paradise Valley, Nevada Folklife Collection
Source: Stewart, Leslie and Marie Made ca. 1940 for the Bradshaw line camp cabin, the plank construction of this chair is a modern, western variation of a traditional European type The Paradise Valley Folklife... More
Medicinal Containers. Paradise Valley, Nevada Folklife Collection
Source: Stewart, Leslie and Marie Vicks Vaporub and Mitchell Essence Ginger (decongestants); powdered alum box (gargle and douche); Ourine box (sore ears); Mitchell Essence ginger bottle; Vaseline jelly (lubric... More
Awl. Paradise Valley, Nevada Folklife Collection
Source: Pedroli, Pete Handmade tool, made ca. 1940 Public domain photograph - historical image of Washington DC, United States, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description The Paradise V... More
Bunkhouse Wood Box. Paradise Valley, Nevada Folklife Collection
Source: Stewart, Leslie and Marie Made of wood and reinforced with tin, ca. 1940, this container was large enough to hold cooking and heating wood for a week The Paradise Valley Folklife Project was a cultural... More
Coal and Wood Burning Stove. Paradise Valley, Nevada Folklife Collecti...
Source: Pedroli, Pete Served for cooking and heating in the bunkhouse; made ca. 1940 Maker: C. Stove & Range Co./Sheffield, Ala. The Paradise Valley Folklife Project was a cultural documentation project undert... More
Enameled Pan. Paradise Valley, Nevada Folklife Collection
Gray ironware cooking utensils have been common on ranches since the 1880s, this pan made ca. 1940 The Paradise Valley Folklife Project was a cultural documentation project undertaken by the American Folklife ... More
Leather-Work Needles. Paradise Valley, Nevada Folklife Collection
Source: Stewart, Leslie and Marie Used to work rawhide into braiding, also known as marlinspikes, ca. 1940 The Paradise Valley Folklife Project was a cultural documentation project undertaken by the American F... More
Razor Strop. Paradise Valley, Nevada Folklife Collection
Source: Pedroli, Pete Referred to as an "Arabian Shell Winchester" strop and used to sharpen straight-edge razors, made ca. 1940 Maker: Winchester The Paradise Valley Folklife Project was a cultural documentat... More
Shotgun Chaps. Paradise Valley, Nevada Folklife Collection
Source: Miller, Fred This narrow type of chaps was made ca. 1945 and used by Miller's father; note the set-in pockets Maker: Walt Goldsmith Saddlers, San Francisco, California The Paradise Valley Folklife Proj... More
High Stool. Paradise Valley, Nevada Folklife Collection
Source: Fischer, Walter and Irene Made by buckaroo ca. 1945; note the splayed legs and deep skirts under the seat with rounded corners Maker: Heller, Wayne "Lupey" The Paradise Valley Folklife Project was a cu... More
Rasp. Paradise Valley, Nevada Folklife Collection
Source: Stewart, Leslie and Marie Used to smooth the hoof before nailing on the shoe, ca. 1950 The Paradise Valley Folklife Project was a cultural documentation project undertaken by the American Folklife Cent... More
Stock Saddle. Paradise Valley, Nevada Folklife Collection
Source: Stewart, Leslie and Marie Probably made in Wyoming ca. 1950, this typical ranch saddle displays a swelled pommel, and has leather coverings, rosettes, and iron D rings to hold the single cotton cinch; t... More
Pack Saddle Pad. Paradise Valley, Nevada Folklife Collection
Source: Stewart, Leslie and Marie Canvas, stitched to a horsehair pad to made a protective blanket to use under a heavy pack saddle, ca. 1950 The Paradise Valley Folklife Project was a cultural documentation p... More
Sauce Pan. Paradise Valley, Nevada Folklife Collection
Source: Pedroli, Pete Aluminum, marked "Wear Ever" ca. 1950 Public domain photograph of bowl, vase, cup, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description The Paradise Valley Folklife Project ... More
Corkscrew. Paradise Valley, Nevada Folklife Collection
Source: Boggio, Joe and Geraldine Manufactured ca. 1950 Public domain photograph - historical image of Washington DC, United States, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description The Parad... More
Pack Cover. Paradise Valley, Nevada Folklife Collection
Source: Stewart, Leslie and Marie Made of canvas with ten metal eyes for tie-down ropes, ca. 1950 The Paradise Valley Folklife Project was a cultural documentation project undertaken by the American Folklife C... More
Bucking Rolls. Paradise Valley, Nevada Folklife Collection
Source: Stewart, Leslie and Marie Used to hold rider's legs in place, this pair is a factory product from ca. 1950 The Paradise Valley Folklife Project was a cultural documentation project undertaken by the Am... More
Utensil Box. Paradise Valley, Nevada Folklife Collection
Source: Stewart, Leslie and Marie Made of pine, handmade on the Stewart ranch, ca. 1950 The Paradise Valley Folklife Project was a cultural documentation project undertaken by the American Folklife Center at t... More
Spurs with 10-Point Rowel. Paradise Valley, Nevada Folklife Collection
Source: Miller, Alvin Steel and silver spurs marked with initials "LPM" of original owner and "Rocking Chair" Iron of the Gerhard Miller Ranch; ca. 1950 Maker: Miller and Tietjen, San Francisco, California The... More
Leather-Trimming Gauges. Paradise Valley, Nevada Folklife Collection
Source: Stewart, Leslie and Marie With a pocket knife inserted into the tinned notch, these blocks are used to trim irregular strips of rawhide into even-width, beveled thongs for braided lariats, hackamores, a... More
Saddle Blanket. Paradise Valley, Nevada Folklife Collection
Source: Stewart, Leslie and Marie Machine woven in ca. 1950, the blanket is placed under the saddle to cushion the horse's withers and haunches and to soak up sweat The Paradise Valley Folklife Project was a c... More
Overshoe Liners. Paradise Valley, Nevada Folklife Collection
Source: Pedroli, Pete These sheepskin inner shoes were said to be locally made ca. 1950 The Paradise Valley Folklife Project was a cultural documentation project undertaken by the American Folklife Center at t... More
Coffee Pot. Paradise Valley, Nevada Folklife Collection
Source: Stewart, Leslie and Marie Thread spool finial, rolled aluminum, makes twelve cups, ca. 1950 The Paradise Valley Folklife Project was a cultural documentation project undertaken by the American Folklife... More
Fry Pan. Paradise Valley, Nevada Folklife Collection
Source: Pedroli, Pete Cast iron, marked "5X," factory-made ca. 1950 The Paradise Valley Folklife Project was a cultural documentation project undertaken by the American Folklife Center at the Library of Congre... More
Bunkhouse Kitchen Table. Paradise Valley, Nevada Folklife Collection
Source: Stewart, Leslie and Marie This pine table was used in the Bradshaw cabin since ca. 1950 and is marked with brands from the "96," it follows a traditional pattern of canted corners covered with oilcloth,... More
Fry Pan. Paradise Valley, Nevada Folklife Collection
Source: Pedroli, Pete Hollow handle helps prevent burned hands, made of rolled tin, ca. 1950 Maker: Acme N.Y. Stamping Co., Brooklyn, N.Y. The Paradise Valley Folklife Project was a cultural documentation proj... More
Alligator Pliers. Paradise Valley, Nevada Folklife Collection
Source: Stewart, Leslie and Marie Alligator pliers used to clinch off nails in hoof; hoof parer used to pull off shoes and trim hooves, ca. 1950 The Paradise Valley Folklife Project was a cultural documentatio... More
Hoof Parers. Paradise Valley, Nevada Folklife Collection
Source: Stewart, Leslie and Marie Used to pull off shoes and trim hooves, ca. 1950 The Paradise Valley Folklife Project was a cultural documentation project undertaken by the American Folklife Center at the Li... More
Kerosene Lantern. Paradise Valley, Nevada Folklife Collection
Source: Pedroli, Pete ca. 1950, common in ranch houses and bunkhouses, even after electricity was available Maker: Paull's The Paradise Valley Folklife Project was a cultural documentation project undertaken b... More
Butcher Knife. Paradise Valley, Nevada Folklife Collection
Source: Stewart, Leslie and Marie Handle marked with 96 brand, made of wood, steel, and brass, factory-made ca. 1950 The Paradise Valley Folklife Project was a cultural documentation project undertaken by the ... More
Enamelware Plates. Paradise Valley, Nevada Folklife Collection
Source: Stewart, Leslie and Marie Grey and white enameled ironware, left plate marked "K.E.R. Sweden, 24 cms," ca. 1950; common on Nevada ranches The Paradise Valley Folklife Project was a cultural documentati... More
Miller and Tietjen Catalogue. Paradise Valley, Nevada Folklife Collect...
"Catalogue No. 6," source of supply and design for Leonard Faupel's handmade bits and spurs; ca. 1950 Source: Faupel, Marguerite and Wesley Maker: Miller and Tietjen, Reno, Nevada The Paradise Valley Folklife ... More
Stirring Paddle. Paradise Valley, Nevada Folklife Collection
Source: Boggio, Joe and Geraldine Factory-made, oak, ca. 1950 Public domain photograph - historical image of Washington DC, United States, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description The... More
Hobbles. Paradise Valley, Nevada Folklife Collection
Source: Pedroli, Pete Fastened to front legs of an animal likely to wander off on the range, commercially-made ca. 1950 The Paradise Valley Folklife Project was a cultural documentation project undertaken by t... More
Muffler. Paradise Valley, Nevada Folklife Collection
Source: Pedroli, Pete Commercially-made wool plaid scarf, ca. 1950 Public domain photograph - historical image of Washington DC, United States, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description... More
Neckstrap with Bell. Paradise Valley, Nevada Folklife Collection
Source: Pedroli, Pete Hung on a trained "bell" mule or mare with the chain end linked to a rope for securing an animal, machine-made ca. 1950 The Paradise Valley Folklife Project was a cultural documentation p... More
Lead Line and Halter. Paradise Valley, Nevada Folklife Collection
Source: Stewart, Leslie and Marie For pack animals, made of leather, metal, and cotton, machine-made, ca. 1950 The Paradise Valley Folklife Project was a cultural documentation project undertaken by the Americ... More
Black "Slicker". Paradise Valley, Nevada Folklife Collection
Source: Pedroli, Pete Rubberized cloth, ca. 1955 Public domain photograph of a coat, clothing, fashion, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description The Paradise Valley Folklife Project w... More
Salt-Shaker. Paradise Valley, Nevada Folklife Collection
Source: Boggio, Joe and Geraldine Molded glass, celluloid lid, ca. 1955 Maker: MacDonald & Gehm, New York, N.Y. The Paradise Valley Folklife Project was a cultural documentation project undertaken by the Ameri... More
Blue Jeans. Paradise Valley, Nevada Folklife Collection
Source: Pedroli, Pete Cotton denim with copper buttons, ca. 1957 Maker: Blue Bell Wrangler The Paradise Valley Folklife Project was a cultural documentation project undertaken by the American Folklife Center a... More
Curry Comb and Brush. Paradise Valley, Nevada Folklife Collection
Source: Stewart, Leslie and Marie For grooming a horse's coat, commercially-made ca. 1960 The Paradise Valley Folklife Project was a cultural documentation project undertaken by the American Folklife Center at... More
Hay Hooks. Paradise Valley, Nevada Folklife Collection
Source: Pedroli, Pete Used to handle bulky bales of hay, ca. 1960 The Paradise Valley Folklife Project was a cultural documentation project undertaken by the American Folklife Center at the Library of Congress... More
Anvil. Paradise Valley, Nevada Folklife Collection
Source: Stewart, Leslie and Marie Made from iron railroad rail, ca. 1960 The Paradise Valley Folklife Project was a cultural documentation project undertaken by the American Folklife Center at the Library of C... More
Griddle. Paradise Valley, Nevada Folklife Collection
Source: Pedroli, Pete Made of cast iron, ca. 1960; used both indoors and out The Paradise Valley Folklife Project was a cultural documentation project undertaken by the American Folklife Center at the Library ... More
Pack Saddle with Full Rigging. Paradise Valley, Nevada Folklife Collec...
Source: Stewart, Leslie and Marie Even after pickup trucks changed life in the 1950s, pack animals continued to haul supplies into the back country; this type is called a "saw buck;" a factory product from ca. ... More
Lined Gloves. Paradise Valley, Nevada Folklife Collection
Source: Pedroli, Pete Pigskin gloves with machine-knitted wool liners, bought ca. 1960 The Paradise Valley Folklife Project was a cultural documentation project undertaken by the American Folklife Center at th... More
Blacksmithing Tongs. Paradise Valley, Nevada Folklife Collection
Long-snouted iron devices used by blacksmiths to hold pieces in the making, ca. 1960 The Paradise Valley Folklife Project was a cultural documentation project undertaken by the American Folklife Center at the ... More
"Nutria Quality Stetson". Paradise Valley, Nevada Folklife Collection
Source: Pedroli, Pete Inscription: "The Nevadan;" sold at Parker's in Reno ca. 1960 Maker: Stetson The Paradise Valley Folklife Project was a cultural documentation project undertaken by the American Folklife ... More
Short Stirrup Covers. Paradise Valley, Nevada Folklife Collection
Source: Stewart, Leslie and Marie Maker: Capriola, J.M., Elko, Nevada Snouted taps made ca. 1960; these shorter stirrup covers have largely replaced the longer types used formerly The Paradise Valley Folklife ... More
U-Grille. Paradise Valley, Nevada Folklife Collection
Source: Pedroli, Pete Made ca. 1960 from an iron rod, this device was used to hold cooking pot over fire, easily carried on horseback, often in a bag behind the saddle cantle The Paradise Valley Folklife Proje... More
Lash Cinch with Rope. Paradise Valley, Nevada Folklife Collection
Source: Stewart, Leslie and Marie Goes over top of the pack load, factory made, ca. 1960 The Paradise Valley Folklife Project was a cultural documentation project undertaken by the American Folklife Center at ... More
Sweater. Paradise Valley, Nevada Folklife Collection
Source: Pedroli, Pete Button-front, navy-blue "Sportswear," ca. 1960 Public domain photograph of a coat, clothing, fashion, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description The Paradise Valle... More
Spurs with Small Rowel. Paradise Valley, Nevada Folklife Collection
English-type hunting spur used by some buckaroos; this example has a brass rowel stamped "ROY," made ca. 1960 The Paradise Valley Folklife Project was a cultural documentation project undertaken by the America... More
Black Hat. Paradise Valley, Nevada Folklife Collection
Source: Pedroli, Pete Made of felt with narrow buckled belt around crown, ca. 1960 The Paradise Valley Folklife Project was a cultural documentation project undertaken by the American Folklife Center at the Li... More
Work Stool. Paradise Valley, Nevada Folklife Collection
Source: Boggio, Joe and Geraldine Used on the Boggio Ranch since ca. 1960, this stool has an unusual design of five-sided legs with lateral attachment to a long block projecting below the covered seat The Para... More
Cowboy Boots. Paradise Valley, Nevada Folklife Collection
Source: Pedroli, Pete Typical western riding boots made ca. 1960; note the decorative stitching and undercut heel employed by the manufacturer Maker: Leddy, Fort Worth, Texas The Paradise Valley Folklife Proje... More
Yellow "Slicker". Paradise Valley, Nevada Folklife Collection
Source: Stewart, Leslie and Marie Rubberized cloth, ca. 1965; yellow makes the rider more visible than darker colors The Paradise Valley Folklife Project was a cultural documentation project undertaken by the ... More
Sougan Cover. Paradise Valley, Nevada Folklife Collection
Source: Stewart, Leslie and Marie Used with sougan and other bedding to make bedroll, fastened with hooks, made of canvas, ca. 1965 The Paradise Valley Folklife Project was a cultural documentation project und... More
Neckerchief. Paradise Valley, Nevada Folklife Collection
Source: Stewart, Leslie and Marie Also called a "scarf," made of silk, ca. 1965 The Paradise Valley Folklife Project was a cultural documentation project undertaken by the American Folklife Center at the Libra... More
Ditty Bag. Paradise Valley, Nevada Folklife Collection
Source: Stewart, Leslie and Marie Pouch for personal items, carried behind the saddle, made of denim trouser leg, ca. 1965 The Paradise Valley Folklife Project was a cultural documentation project undertaken b... More
Ashtray Holder. Paradise Valley, Nevada Folklife Collection
Source: Fischer, Walter and Irene A local buckaroo-made device from a hame and four "Diamond Hot Forged" horseshoes, ca. 1970 The Paradise Valley Folklife Project was a cultural documentation project undertake... More
Jean Jacket. Paradise Valley, Nevada Folklife Collection
Source: Stewart, Leslie and Marie Denim, also called "jumper," ca. 1970 Maker: Levi Strauss & Co., San Francisco, California The Paradise Valley Folklife Project was a cultural documentation project undertaken... More
Box for Horseshoe Nails. Paradise Valley, Nevada Folklife Collection
Source: Stewart, Leslie and Marie "Capewell" box for standard 2-inch nails, ca. 1970 Maker: Capewell The Paradise Valley Folklife Project was a cultural documentation project undertaken by the American Folklif... More
Beer Bottles. Paradise Valley, Nevada Folklife Collection
Molded glass bottle probably American; ceramic bottle is from Germany Public domain photograph of a bottle, vessel, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description The Paradise Valley Folkli... More
Metal Cheek Plate Blanks - Public domain engraving
Maker: Faupel, Leonard, Winnemucca, Nevada Two steel blanks with areas outlined for silver inlay, one steel blank inlaid with silver, one plate cut from a silver sheet and engraved for use as overlay
Running Iron (Circle). Paradise Valley, Nevada Folklife Collection
Source: Pedroli, Pete Used to mark or alter brands, the circle is held in tension by two sticks The Paradise Valley Folklife Project was a cultural documentation project undertaken by the American Folklife Cen... More
Hat, Neckerchief, and Boots. Paradise Valley, Nevada Folklife Collecti...
Clothing for Smithsonian Exhibit mannequin, originally worn by Chuck Wheelock, the hat with pheasant feather was bought at Stockman's store in Winnemucca, the boots were made by Paul Bond Source: Wheelock, Chuc... More