Sioux Beaded Hide Tobacco Bag
Sale 987 - Native American Art, Session I
Apr 15, 2022
10:00AM ET
Live / Cincinnati
Estimate
$1,500 -
$2,500
Sold for $2,500
Sold prices are inclusive of Buyer’s Premium
Lot Description
Sioux Beaded Hide Tobacco Bag
fourth quarter 19th century
thread and sinew sewn on softly tanned hide with yellow pigment on throat and fringe, beaded in a geometric pattern using white, red white-heart, royal blue, greasy yellow, and pea green; interior with inked collection number
length 37-1/2 inches
From the Collection of Bruce and Claire Montgomerie
Condition Report
Soft and supple hide. Some quill loss on rawhide slats. Minimal bead loss. Fringe is dry but pliable; some fringe missing.
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