Authentic Native American Lakota Sioux Beaded Quilled Tobacco Bag (c. 1880-1910)

Authentic Lakota Sioux Beaded Tobacco Bag c. The specific Tribe this pipe bag was made by is unknown. During my research The Lakota Sioux matched the style, color and symbolism. If you have any further insight as to where this piece originated please let me know and forgive me if I misrepresented its origins. An outstanding and fully authentic 19th-century Lakota Sioux beaded tobacco bag, measuring 6 inches wide by 30 inches long including fringe.

This Plains Indian artifact is crafted from brain-tanned hide and features intricate glass seed beadwork in classic Lakota color patterns and geometric motifs-light blue ground with concentric diamond medallions, stepped triangles, and stylized elements in red, white, yellow, black, and blue. The lower section features a striking vertical band of hair pipe-style red and white beads, representing the transition from beadwork to quillwork-inspired decoration. The bag finishes in a long, flowing fringe of hand-cut hide, and the top edge is trimmed with sinew-sewn beading, all done with traditional craftsmanship techniques of the late 19th century. Tobacco and pipe bags were deeply ceremonial, used in both sacred and social contexts.

The sophistication of this piece suggests it was used by a person of status, possibly as a ceremonial or society bag, and it reflects the rich spiritual and artistic traditions of the Lakota people. Materials: Brain-tanned hide, sinew, glass seed beads. Dimensions: 6" W x 30" L (including fringe).

Condition: Excellent; minimal bead loss, supple hide, intact fringe.

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