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Framed Print : Tobacco bag, Assiniboine, Alberta or Saskatchewan, 1860-70 (skin, glass & wool)
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Tobacco bag, Assiniboine, Alberta or Saskatchewan, 1860-70 (skin, glass & wool)
5244625 Tobacco bag, Assiniboine, Alberta or Saskatchewan, 1860-70 (skin, glass & wool) by Canadian School, (19th century); 81.3x16.5 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA; Canadian, out of copyright
Media ID 23269826
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Artefact Artifact Beaded Beading Beads Hide Indigenous Leather Pouch Rawhide Tassels Tassles
18"x14" Modern Frame
Step back in time with our exquisite Framed Print from Media Storehouse, featuring an authentic 19th-century Tobacco Bag from the Assiniboine people of Alberta or Saskatchewan. This stunning piece, captured by Bridgeman Images from Fine Art Finder, showcases the intricate detail and craftsmanship of the Canadian School. The tobacco bag, made from skin, glass, and wool, is a testament to the rich cultural heritage of the era. Bring this piece into your home and add a touch of history and artistry to your decor.
16x12 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 35.6cm x 40.6cm (14" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 35.6cm x 45.7cm (14" x 18")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This photograph showcases a remarkable piece of history, a tobacco bag from the Assiniboine tribe in Alberta or Saskatchewan dating back to the 1860s. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this artifact is an exquisite blend of materials including skin, glass, and wool. The bag's intricate design features stunning beading and tassels that reflect the rich cultural heritage of the indigenous people. Each bead meticulously sewn onto the hide creates a mesmerizing pattern that tells stories of tradition and tribal identity. Measuring at an impressive 81.3x16.5 cm, this tobacco bag stands as both a functional pouch for storing tobacco leaves and a work of art in its own right. The combination of rawhide, beads, and wool results in an ornate decoration that exudes elegance and craftsmanship. Preserved within the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City, this Canadian School masterpiece serves as a testament to the ingenuity and creativity found within native communities throughout history. Its presence reminds us not only of their artistic contributions but also their deep connection to nature and spirituality. As we admire this extraordinary artifact captured by Bridgeman Images' lens, let us appreciate its significance as more than just an object but rather as a symbol representing centuries-old traditions passed down through generations - traditions that continue to shape our understanding of indigenous culture today.
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