Sold for $16,250

Sold prices are inclusive of Buyer’s Premium

Lot Description

Cheyenne Beaded Buffalo Hide Saddle Bags

third quarter 19th century

thread and sinew-sewn; body beaded using colors of pony trader blue, cobalt, greasy yellow, white, and red white-heart; medallions with red trade wool and tin cones are placed above beaded panels; thick fringe

overall length 68 x width 12-1/2 inches

Condition Report

Hide is dry but supple. Couple areas of fringe is a little crunchy. Beads are stable. Couple areas of discoloration, a little stiffer but not by much.

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