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A PAIR OF SIOUX BEADED HIDE TIPI BAGSc. 19

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A PAIR OF SIOUX BEADED HIDE TIPI BAGSc. 19
<B>A PAIR OF SIOUX BEADED HIDE TIPI BAGS<BR></B></I><BR>c. 1900<B><BR></B></I> <BR>sinew sewn and lane-stitched in numerous shades of opaque and translucent beads against a light blue beaded ground, each with classic geometric motifs on the front, bar and rectangular motifs along the sides and top flap, trimmed with metal cones inserted with red-dyed horsehair, metal wall mounts<BR><I><BR>Lengths: 19 ¾ inches each<BR><BR></B></I> <B>Condition Report:</B> One in overall very good condition. Hide with usual wear, including light soiling and two stains, each one inch in length on reverse. Approx. 5 small puncture holes in the hide. Beadwork, hide fringe and tassels intact. The other in similar condition. Hide with approx. 7 small puncture holes and one tassel missing. No apparent restoration.<BR><BR><b>Shipping:</b> Miscellaneous Collectibles, Larg (<a target="_blank" href="http://www.heritageauctions.com/common/shipping.php">view shipping information</a>)