Sold for $9,375

Sold prices are inclusive of Buyer’s Premium

Lot Description

Sioux Beaded Buffalo Hide Possible Bags, Matched Pair

fourth quarter 19th century

thread and sinew-sewn; accented with tin cones filled with dyed horsehair; beaded geometric designs in colors of red white-heart, navy blue, white, yellow, and translucent burgundy on a sky blue background; remnants of white pigment on hide

length 23 inches x height 14 inches

Condition Report

Hide is supple No obvious bead loss. One with hole in corner. Other with repair using recycled hide.

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