First Nations Metis Embroidered Suede Saddle Bag
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First Nations, Canada, likely Cree / Metis people, ca. early 20th century CE. A beautiful pannier style saddlebag made from leather and suede with silk embroidery floss on the cover flaps. The large pockets are lined with cotton cloth and have leather tie straps, and 3 slits along the band for attaching the to rear of the saddle and rest on the horse's hips. The Canadian mission schools encouraged embroidery as a domestic pursuit, and women specialized in silk embroidery which primarily consisted of floral motifs. Size folded in half: 23" L x 10.5" W (58.4 cm x 26.7 cm); full length: 46" L x 10.5" W (116.8 cm x 26.7 cm)
Provenance: private Fayetteville, Arkansas, USA collection; ex-Dr. David Harner collection, Springdale, Arkansas, USA, acquired between the 1950s and 1960s
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#162549
Provenance: private Fayetteville, Arkansas, USA collection; ex-Dr. David Harner collection, Springdale, Arkansas, USA, acquired between the 1950s and 1960s
All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back.
A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids.
We ship worldwide to most countries and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience.
#162549
Condition
Wear and perforations to underside of poches along seams. Discoloration and staining to suede. Sime fraying and tearing to seam threads. Embroidery is intact and very good. Overall great condition.
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First Nations Metis Embroidered Suede Saddle Bag
Estimate $1,200 - $1,800
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