bag, shoulder

bag, shoulder

bag, shoulder

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Introduction

Anishinaabe floral beaded shoulder bag.

Nation of Maker: Anishinaabe
Materials

Unsmoked hide, beads: size 10 and 8, lined with calico

Techniques or Format

Self fringe, strap is done in one piece. Applique beadwork (aka couched or overlay)

Motifs and Patterns

Floral, asymetrical floral

Current Location: British Museum, London, UK
Catalogue, Accession or Reference Number: Am1978,Q.23
GKS Reference Number: 25838
How to Cite this Item

Unknown Anishinaabe artist, cradleboard. Currently in the British Museum, Am1978,Q.23. Item photographed and described as part of a GRASAC research trip December 2007; GRASAC item id 25838.