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Marcy Burns American Indian Arts LLC
520 East 72nd Street, 2C (By Appointment Only)
New York City, NY 10021 , United States
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212.439.9257
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Parfleche case, probably Blackfoot
$ 1,450
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Description
The Plains Indians were migratory people, following the buffalo. They necessarily had to carry their clothing, tools, dried food and special personal items as they traveled. They developed parfleche cases to fill this need.
One of the main forms of parfleches were folded envelopes of cured rawhide, decorated with painted geometric designs on the outside. The hide was stretched, scraped to a uniform thickness with animal hair/fur removed, and then dried over a smoky fire. Tribal customs of paint design evolved over time, although the individual had latitude in the painting of his parfleche.
This is a fine example of a Blackfoot parfleche bag. It is quite beautiful in its use of color and geometric shapes. -
More Information
Origin: United States Period: 19th Century Condition: Good. excellent condition Styles / Movements: American Indian, Traditional Incollect Reference #: 354636 -
Dimensions
W. 12 in; D. 20 in; W. 30.48 cm; D. 50.8 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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