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Northern Plains Parfleche Bag

Offered by: Marcy Burns American Indian Arts LLC

Description
Made during the period soon after the Plains Indians were forced to live on reservation, this bag retains its traditional form and paint. It is probably Nez Perces, who were a migratory people who traded horses with other peoples. The parfleche bag perfectly suited a horseback culture, being easy to transport.

More Information

Origin:	United States, Idaho
Period:	1900-1919
Materials:	Parfleche, which is a hardened hide, usually buffalo, that has been stretched and dried. This hide is often used to make parfleche bags, such as this.
Condition:	Excellent.
Creation Date:	circa 1900
Styles / Movements:	American Indian
Dealer Reference #:	MC1932
Incollect Reference #:	115675

Dimensions

W.	12 in;	H.	24 in;
W.	30.48 cm;	H.	60.96 cm;

Message from Seller:

For over thirty years, Marcy Burns American Indian Arts LLC has been nationally recognized as a premier dealer in antique American Indian basketry, textiles, pottery and jewelry, including Native American and Classic Designer jewelry from Taxco, Mexico.

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