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A SIOUX BEADED HIDE TOBACCO BAGc. 18

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A SIOUX BEADED HIDE TOBACCO BAGc. 18
<B>A SIOUX BEADED HIDE TOBACCO BAG<BR></B></I><BR>c. 1890<BR> <BR>sinew sewn and lane-stitched in classic bead colors, each side with typical geometric motifs, a panel of rawhide slats wrapped with dyed porcupine quills suspended below, hide fringe along the bottom<BR><I><BR>Length: 34 inches overall<BR></B></I> <B>Condition Report:</B> Overall good condition with usual wear and light soiling and creasing of the hide. Approx. 7 tears in hide ranging from 1 ½ inches to small puncture holes. Approx. 2 inch tear at top edge with old sinew repair and reinforcement. Area of bead loss on on side border. Quillwork with minor loss and fading. Hide fringe intact. No additional evidence of restoration<BR><BR><b>Shipping:</b> Clothing, Costumes & Jerseys (<a target="_blank" href="http://www.heritageauctions.com/common/shipping.php">view shipping information</a>)