Lot 6
  • 6

A James Bay Cree Beaded Cloth "Octopus" Bag

Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description

composed of wool and cotton cloth, glass beads, cotton thread and twisted wool yarn, stitched on each side with floral motifs. 

Provenance

Same as the preceding lot

Condition

This bag is in two pieces; appearing the someone unstitched the two sides for more effective display. The bag is otherwise in good condition with bead loss along the edges.
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