small pouch with flap at top, rounded bottom; fringe at sides with metal cone beads and porcupine quills; beaded overall with geometric designs

Pouch, c. 1885

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This pouch was made to hold special personal objects, a purpose reflected in its construction. The tin cones attached to the ends of the fringe would make a pleasing sound when the wearer moved. The choice of bead colors and motifs makes this object a tour de force of the A'aninin style, which is known for the feathered motif, unusual bead colors, and the spotstitch technique of applying beads.

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Title
Pouch
Role
Artist
Accession Number
2001.129
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small pouch with flap at top, rounded bottom; fringe at sides with metal cone beads and porcupine quills; beaded overall with geometric designs