Sold for $53,125

Sold prices are inclusive of Buyer’s Premium

Lot Description

Yankton Sioux Beaded Buffalo Hide Shot Pouch, with Powder Horn

third quarter 19th century

sinew-sewn and backed with canvas; strap consists of vertical beaded lanes in white alternating with lanes of red trade wool, accented by five boxes with horizontal lanes in colors of cobalt and yellow; the pouch, edged with fringe and decorated with triangular elements beaded in colors of translucent burgundy, cobalt, marigold, and sky blue against a white background; accenting the pouch is a longer strip of red trade wool, edged with cotton cloth

overall length 39 inches

Similar examples are found within the Hirschfield Collection and the Ten Kate Collection (Hovens, pg. 235, fig. 342).

Condition Report

Wool loss on panels; some areas of loose beads; insect damage to horn.

The physical condition of lots in our auctions can vary due to age, normal wear and tear, previous damage, and restoration/repair. All lots are sold "AS IS," in the condition they are in at the time of the auction, and we and the seller make no representation or warranty and assume no liability of any kind as to a lot's condition. Any reference to condition in a catalogue description or a condition report shall not amount to a full accounting of condition. Condition reports prepared by Hindman staff are provided as a convenience and may be requested from the Department prior to bidding.

The absence of a posted condition report on the Hindman website or in our catalogues should not be interpreted as commentary on an item's condition. Prospective buyers are responsible for inspecting a lot or sending their agent or conservator to inspect the lot on their behalf, and for ensuring that they have requested, received and understood any condition report provided by Hindman.

Please email conditionreports@hindmanauctions.com for any additional information or questions you may have regarding this lot.