Sioux Beaded Hide Tobacco Bag

fourth quarter 19th century

sinew-sewn elk hide; having a wide body with recycled painted parfleche slats and fringe lining the lower edge; geometric design beaded in a unique color pallet of periwinkle, white, and greasy yellow on a red background

overall length 31-1/2 inches

From the Collection of Peter Schramm, Illinois

This lot is located in Cincinnati.