Sold for $4,410

Sold prices are inclusive of Buyer’s Premium

Lot Description

Sioux Beaded Hide Tobacco Bag, with American Flags

late 19th century

sinew-sewn on soft hide; beaded in colors of greasy yellow, red white-heart, white, and greasy teal against a periwinkle ground; sides of throat feature a Morning Star design, while the panels depict tall American Flags on one side and geometric designs on the reverse

overall length 31 inches

This lot is located in Cincinnati.

Condition Report

Hide and fringe is soft and supple. Scattered insignificant bead and quill loss.

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