Sioux Quilled and Beaded Hide Pipe Bag

Description:

Sioux Quilled and Beaded Hide Pipe Bag, c. last quarter 19th century, the top with border beadwork, the central panel and rawhide slats with multicolored geometric and floral designs, with purple and light bl panel, the top with floral and morning star design, (quill loss).

Provenance: Dr. and Mrs. Butler collection, Houston, Texas.

Exhibitions: Houston Museum of Art, 1990.
Estimate $5,000-7,000


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