Native American Plains Painted Parfleche Bag w/ COA
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Description
Native American Plains polychrome painted parfleche bag, buffalo rawhide envelope pouch with thonged flaps having red, green, blue, and yellow geometric designs possibly symbolizing landscape features. Also includes a certificate of authenticity from the Mark Sublette Medicine Man Gallery. 25 1/4" H x 11 3/4" W. Circa 1900. Note: Parfleche bags were traditionally made in pairs and hung from saddles for transportation of household tools or foodstuffs. The graphic designs may have once served as maps.
The Collection of Michael Janton, Findlay, Ohio.
The Collection of Michael Janton, Findlay, Ohio.
Condition
Creasing and discoloration commensurate with age. Scattered wear to polychrome design.
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Native American Plains Painted Parfleche Bag w/ COA
Estimate $500 - $550
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