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Important Great Lakes pouch (quilled hide)
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Important Great Lakes pouch (quilled hide)
778888 Important Great Lakes pouch (quilled hide) by American School; length: 37 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Of trapezoidal form, consisting of three pieces of tanned and smoked hide stitched together with sinew, decorated on the front with dyes porcupine quills depicting two confronting military figures); Photo eChristies Images; American, out of copyright
Media ID 22736138
© Christie's Images / Bridgeman Images
18th American Indian Artefact Artifact Banners Beaded Bicorn Bicorne Embroidered Fringed Great Lakes Hide Important Leather North American Patterns Pouch Quills Standards Swords Tailcoat Tails Top Hat Ethnography
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This print showcases an important Great Lakes pouch, crafted with meticulous detail and cultural significance. Measuring 37 cm in length, this quilled hide artifact is a true testament to the artistry of the American School. The trapezoidal shape of the pouch is formed by stitching together three pieces of tanned and smoked hide using sinew. The front side is adorned with vibrant dyes and intricate porcupine quills, depicting two confronting military figures. This exquisite design reflects both Native American traditions and colonial influences. Every element on this pouch tells a story - from the bicorn hats and standards to the swords and banners that symbolize military power. The patterned flags fluttering above add a touch of dynamism to this scene frozen in time. With its fringed edges, beaded decorations, and ornate embroidery, this artifact exemplifies traditional craftsmanship at its finest. It serves as a tangible link between North America's indigenous peoples and their historical experiences during combat in the 18th and 19th centuries. Now preserved in a private collection, this important Great Lakes pouch continues to captivate viewers with its rich heritage. Through this print by Bridgeman Images, we are granted access to appreciate not only its decorative beauty but also its profound cultural significance within North American ethnography.
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