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19th-Century Kiowa-Apache Beaded Hide Bag, Native American Plains Artifact

$2,650
£2,028.99
€2,324.59
CA$3,781.45
A$4,138.73
CHF 2,151.33
MX$49,811.02
NOK 27,045.63
SEK 25,369.64
DKK 17,363.17

About the Item

This rare and beautifully preserved 19th-century Kiowa-Apache hide bag is an exceptional example of Native American Plains artistry and craftsmanship. Expertly hand-stitched from native-tanned animal hide, the bag is richly embellished with intricate glass beadwork in vibrant colors, arranged in bold geometric motifs traditional to the Kiowa-Apache aesthetic. Measuring approximately 11 inches high by 7.25 inches wide, this finely crafted bag likely served both utilitarian and ceremonial purposes. The detailed beadwork reflects the symbolic language, storytelling, and cultural identity of the Kiowa-Apache people, showcasing their deep artistic heritage and spiritual traditions. A museum-quality artifact, this piece is ideal for collectors of Indigenous American art, ethnographic textiles, or 19th-century Plains material culture. Whether displayed as a standalone historic object or integrated into a broader collection, this hide bag offers a striking and authentic representation of Native American craftsmanship from the Plains tribes of the 1800s.
  • Creator:
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 0.125 in (3.18 mm)Width: 7.25 in (18.42 cm)Depth: 11 in (27.94 cm)
  • Style:
    Native American (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Beads,Hide,Beaded,Hand-Woven
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    19th Century
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    Denver, CO
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 270651stDibs: LU1004644481072

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