16" Multi-Colored Horsehair Quirt

Quirts such as this one were fashioned by American Indian artisans as well as by prisoners.  Clearly this one has been used, as is evidenced by the wear on its handle.

The elongated diamond pattern is well suited to enhance the appearance of this entirely utilitarian item.

"Unknown artist" is appropriate when a work of art is unsigned and a supported opinion about who made it is not available (on Savvy Collector).. "Attributed to" precedes the name of an artist when information suggests that it likely was made by that artist (on Savvy Collector).